{"product_id":"sram-carbon-brake-pads-level-rival-force","title":"SRAM Level \/ RED \/ Force \/ Rival \/ Apex Carbon Disc Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"display: block; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: inherit; background: #fafafa; font-weight: 600; transition: transform .15s ease, box-shadow .15s ease, background .15s ease;\" href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003e ⚡ Fast Dispatch — Order by 2pm\n\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 500; opacity: .85;\"\u003e Orders placed before 2pm (Mon–Fri) ship the same working day \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"display: block; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; border-radius: 12px; text-decoration: none; color: inherit; background: #fafafa; font-weight: 600; transition: transform .15s ease, box-shadow .15s ease, background .15s ease;\" href=\"\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003e 🔄 60-Day Hassle-Free Returns\n\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 500; opacity: .85;\"\u003e Return unused items within 60 days for a refund \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2-Piston Road \u0026amp; MTB | Gorilla Brakes Carbon Compound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefined braking. Quiet operation. Built for real riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gorilla Brakes \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e is a carbon-reinforced resin brake pad designed for SRAM 2-piston systems across road, gravel, and light MTB use. It combines a proven organic base with a carbon matrix to deliver smooth modulation, low noise, and improved heat stability without the premium price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Carbon Over Standard SRAM Resin Pads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard resin pads can lose consistency as temperatures rise, especially on longer descents or repeated braking. Our Carbon Compound is engineered to stabilise friction, giving you a more predictable feel when it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore consistent braking under heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced fade compared to standard resin pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother, more controlled braking feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery quiet when correctly bedded in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotor-friendly compound for everyday riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Performance Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Braking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to minimise vibration and squeal. One of our quietest compounds when the brake system is correctly set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Modulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, progressive braking for precise control rather than aggressive on\/off bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon-Reinforced Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains consistent braking feel as temperatures rise, reducing fade on longer descents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNickel-Plated Backing Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion-resistant with a clean premium finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotor Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Softer compound reduces rotor wear and beds in quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE-Bike Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for e-road, e-gravel, and light e-MTB use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraking Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControlled stopping for road, gravel, and trail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, progressive feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Brake Feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear and predictable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStable performance on longer descents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry Noise Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery quiet when bedded correctly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWear Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWet Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for dry and mixed conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for SRAM 2-piston brake systems using the standard road \/ Level pad shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM Road:\u003c\/strong\u003e RED, Force, Rival, Apex (Hydraulic Disc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM Gravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e XPLR variants of Rival and Force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM MTB (2-Piston):\u003c\/strong\u003e Level, Level T, Level TL, Level TLM, Level Ultimate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThings to Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for road, gravel, commuting, and light trail riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger bedding-in time than standard resin pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet performance is lower than sintered or Enduro Pro compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor aggressive trail, downhill, or heavy e-MTB use, choose Sintered or Enduro Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise is typically caused by setup (alignment, pistons, contamination), not the pad compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gorilla Brakes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57425362649471,"sku":"N77-Sram-small-Carbon","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/9831\/3279\/files\/sram-level-red-force-rival-apex-carbon-brake-pads-gorilla-brakes.jpg?v=1777382862","url":"https:\/\/gorillabrakes.com\/products\/sram-carbon-brake-pads-level-rival-force","provider":"Gorilla Brakes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}