If your brake caliper uses Hayes Sole or Hayes MX-series pads, these will fit.
Gorilla Brakes Sintered Disc Brake Pads are engineered as a direct-fit replacement for
Hayes Sole and Hayes MX brake systems. Designed for reliable all-weather
stopping power, this sintered compound offers strong bite, improved durability, and dependable
performance for commuting, touring, and mixed-surface riding where consistency matters.
🔧 Compatibility
Direct replacement pads for the following Hayes brake systems:
Pad Type
Brake Series
Caliper Model
Riding Discipline
Hayes Sole / MX pad format
Hayes
Sole (So1e)
Commuting, Touring, Trail, All-Weather
Hayes Sole / MX pad format
Hayes
MX-2 / MX-2 XC
Commuting, Touring, Trail, All-Weather
Hayes Sole / MX pad format
Hayes
MX-3
Commuting, Touring, Trail, All-Weather
Hayes Sole / MX pad format
Hayes
MX-4
Commuting, Touring, Trail, All-Weather
Hayes Sole / MX pad format
Hayes
MX-5
Commuting, Touring, Trail, All-Weather
Hayes Sole / MX pad format
Hayes
CX Series
Cyclocross, Commuting, Mixed Terrain
🔥 Compound: Sintered
The Gorilla Brakes sintered compound is designed for maximum durability and consistent braking
in wet, gritty, and variable conditions. It offers strong fade resistance for longer descents and
maintains stable braking performance under repeated stops — ideal for everyday riding and
all-season use.
Feature
Benefit
Sintered metallic compound
Reliable braking in wet and dry conditions
High durability
Longer pad life for commuting and touring
Fade resistance
More consistent braking on longer descents
All-weather tuning
Confidence in rain, cold, and gritty conditions
Stable braking under load
Dependable performance for heavier riders and bikes
Note: Sintered compounds may generate more noise than resin pads, particularly when cold or wet.
📦 What’s Included
1 × Pair of sintered disc brake pads (fits one caliper)
Installation-ready pad set (spring/hardware as supplied with your caliper)
Minimal, protective packaging
🌍 Ideal For
Hayes Sole and MX riders needing durability and all-weather reliability
Commuting and touring where consistent braking matters
Mixed-surface riding including light trail use
Wet, gritty, or winter conditions where resin pads wear quickly
Gorilla Brakes is trusted by riders worldwide, with over 13,000 verified positive feedback ratings.
We also work closely with race teams and sponsored riders to validate performance in real-world conditions.
Didn't make a huge difference compared to Shimano H03A. Better bite but no change on the braking power (not yet tested on harsh conditions/long downhill