brake pads

[alantf]

As some of you probably know, I live in the mountains, & every ride starts with a long downhill run, with a low speed limit. This means that I get a very poor mileage out of the brake pads. I'm talking like 3000 km (2000 miles). Went to get new pads today, & the mechanic advised me to try out some different pads. They're EBC brakes (marked as high performance), around the equivalent of $10 more than the ones I normally get. The packet says "Black non asbestos organic series (FA). A GG rated high brake effect organic pad blended with aramid fibres as used in bullet proof vests and the space shuttle. These pads give good mileage and eliminate rotor galling and are suitable for all big sports bikes, cruisers and tourers alike". I'm giving them a try, but has anyone else used these type of pads? "GG rated" "aramid fibres" "rotor galling" is double dutch to me. Anyone care to explain? or pass judgement on the pads? :popcorn: