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Kool Stop Dura 2 Shimano-Type Brake Inserts Black - Dry Conditions
Kool Stop Dura 2 Shimano-Type Brake Inserts Black - Dry Conditions
Kool Stop Dura 2 Shimano-Type Brake Inserts Salmon - Wet Conditions
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Kool Stop Dura 2 Shimano-Type Brake Inserts

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Description

Kool Stop's Dura 2 Replacement Inserts fit holders on Shimano-type* caliper road brakes.

This redesigned pad has been made slightly thicker for longer service life than the original Dura model, and features a 7.65 mm contact width for use with smaller brake tracks. Integrated grooves help displace water and road grime and weight reducing cutouts shed excess material where it isn't needed.

The Dura 2 pads are sold in pairs. Order two sets for a complete bike. Available in a variety of rubber compounds for various rim materials and riding conditions.

Available Rubber Compounds:

  • Black - Dry Conditions
  • Salmon - Wet Conditions
  • Triple Compound - Mixed Conditions
  • Red - Carbon Rims

*These pads are compatible with most (non-Campy) road brakes as long as the as the calipers are equipped with holders which accept replacement pads.

B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.

The product weight specified is an approximate weight based on the manufacturer's specifications (if available) or our measurement of one or two examples. For most products, the weight will typically vary by 5% to 10%.

Specifications

Weight: 40 grams

Brake Pad Type: Caliper - Shimano/SRAM 

Brake Type: Road Caliper 

Black - Dry Conditions

Mfg PartNum: KS-DR2B 

Hub Compatibility: Rim Brake 

Brake Parts: Pads 

Salmon - Wet Conditions

Mfg PartNum: KS-DR2SA 

Hub Compatibility: Rim Brake 

Brake Parts: Pads 

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Reviewed 9/14/2009
by Andrew S. (BikeTiresDirect.com Staff)
Cycling Enthusiast
Portland OR.
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9 of 23 customers found this review helpful.
Work great as replacment pads.

Always use these, they work great!

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Reviewed 7/21/2014
by Chicago J
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Chicago, IL
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11 of 12 customers found this review helpful.
Best Brake Pads for the Money!!

I have been riding over 30 years, and have a taste for top dollar product only if they functionon. In my experience through out the years, the Kool Stop Dura Salmon Pads are the best pads for the money hands down. I often hear or read the most common question of which is better SwissStop or Kool Stops. Well that is a little bit of a complex answer. Both are the best pads in the business, yet there are differences. Kool Stop grabs almost instantly with great power in the dry with no fade under heavy application, and in the rain they stop very well except they have a couple second delay before grabbing and then again very quick strong power delivery. This can startle or even cause lock ups and skidding for some not expecting it. The Swissstops have far better modulation, which means no instant grabbing, rather very smooth initiation and then grab progressively stronger with more lever application. The other nicety is that in rain the Swissstops have no delay rather instant application even when wet, lending to a more predictable braking. For overall stopping power black pads from KS are close in my opinion to SS, but still not their equal, rather the Kool Stop Salmon(wet) vs. SwissStop GXP(Blue-wet) is a clearer winner as the SwissStops have better over braking power and much better modulation. The other key notes in both brakes is that neither cause any wear to aluminum rims, and also last about the same under similar use. The final thing to note is their cost vs performance, here is where the divide comes in as KS are far cheaper and more readily available than SS. So in final I run SS on my road race bike, and KS on my cyclocross rig, as they both certainly have their place.

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Reviewed 7/18/2022
by MariaS
Cycling Enthusiast
Raleigh NC
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These brake pads work.

I have been using the Kool Stop Salmon brake pads on my bicycles for almost 20 years now. I haven't tried any other brand/type because these pads work so well in wet and dry conditions and they last a long time. I keep the pads clean using some rubbing alcohol and a scrubby if necessary.

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Reviewed 2/17/2022
by cow go moo
Daily Commuter
Portland, OR
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good product fair price

i use kook stop dura 2 insert's exclusively i commute daily 20 miles total in the rainy northwest.. in the summer i use the black in the rainy season it is the salmon.. i have used the mixed ... bike tires sells them at a comparable price

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Reviewed 6/25/2017
by DonWA
Cycling Enthusiast
Palatine, IL
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Better than Shimano

The bike came with Shimano pads but i found them to be noisy and rough on my expensive rims. I swapped the original pads for these. Great choice. Braking is every bit as good as the originals and the noise is gone. I find the Kool Stops treat my rims much gentler. A great plus as I hate to prematurely wear out the rims because the brake pad material was too hard.

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Reviewed 6/30/2017
by dg363
Competitive Racer
Tucson, AZ
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Great pads and affordable too!

Really happy with these pads. I like them better than my original Dura-Ace pads. Excellent stopping power and I'm a larger rider, close to 200 lbs. So far, they've lasted well. Excellent value too.

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Reviewed 2/20/2017
by Anonymous
upstate SC
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Better than the stock pads

I replaced the Dura Ace pads (3000 mi) with these pads I have now layed down a couple hundred miles on these pads. Better than the stock pad.

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Reviewed 8/1/2022
by Anonymous
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Portland
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Premium pads

Not much to say. DuraAce pads. Work fine. Hopefully last a long time.

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Reviewed 5/28/2015
by Anonymous
Pdx
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Works great easy fit

Easy to replace, moderate wear

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Reviewed 1/15/2015
by SJ_SpinAddict
Cycling Enthusiast
San Jose, CA
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Smoother Better Modulation Than Stock Ultegra

I got the combo (wet dry) model to replace the original Ultegra pads. Initially the pads felt a bit mushier than the old pads but they either broke in or I got used to the sensation so it's a not an issue now. The softer feel may have been caused the by the salmon colored wet braking material. The biggest difference is that I get better modulation which is a big plus. At the moment I can't say anything about the longevity (only for less than 500 miles so far) nor very wet weather braking capability. I've not ridden these in rain but they seem to work fine in misty conditions.

Yes, I'd get these again assuming they last relatively long considering the softer material. The stock pads lasted around 7,000 miles.

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Reviewed 6/20/2014
by krryfx
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Michigan
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Immediately impresses with the firm grippy feel.

I have put a lot of miles on my bike and it was time to replace the brake pads. After discussions, research and study, I chose these. I have put about 500 miles on them so far and they are better than anything I have ever used. Firm and soft (if that makes sense) Wet or dry, they do a great job. Will make these a regular for future use.

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Reviewed 4/10/2014
by OaktownCyclist
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Oakland, CA
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2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Much better than Shimano equivalent

Can't beat 'em for entry/enthusiast level for those of us who don't want to spend $45 a pop for a pair of pads.

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Reviewed 1/21/2014
by Anonymous
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Vancouver, WA
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Great for wet weather!

A good wet weather brake is essential for my area. I use the salmon inserts and the grip is so good that I can lock up my wheel during the pouring rain, if I'm not careful. Easy to install.

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Reviewed 10/18/2013
by calvesofsteel
Competitive Racer
Bay Area
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Solid Response

I have been using Kool Stop brake pads for years now for all of my aluminum rim wheel. I also like that they are made there in the Portland area. The stopping power is positive and consistent. Wet or dry I have found the pads to work great. Testimonial, I continue to purchase these pads for the last 9 years.

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Reviewed 9/22/2019
by Victor H
Cycling Enthusiast
Eagle Creek,OR
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Best wet weather pads

Best wet weather pad, so much better then Shimano. rode across the US this year and had to replace them around 3000 miles so they have good life to.

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Reviewed 6/7/2019
by Merlin
Cycling Enthusiast
Portland, OR
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Great pads!

These have been my go to brake pads for years as early (2002 vintage) Shimano pads would actually take metal off of rims when riding in wetgrimy conditions.

Of course here in Portland, OR, I have to replace brake pads more often than my previous location, but find these work well in the rain.

I typically keep a set or two in my inventory so I'll have them when I need them.

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Reviewed 2/22/2018
by Merlin
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Portland, OR
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A solid performer.

Ive used these replacement pads on my dry weather bike for years. Stopping power is great and they wear very well. And they fit perfectly in the pad holders.

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Reviewed 1/15/2018
by Anonymous
seattle
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Great brake pads

They work even in wet conditions. Love them more than Shimano pads.

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Reviewed 2/4/2021
by Merlin
Cycling Enthusiast
Portland, OR
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Works well!

These are excellent pads for dry weather. I've used them for years (not the exact same pads, of course) to replace stock Shimano pads when they wear out.

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Reviewed 4/5/2017
by Anonymous
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Portland, OR
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Great product

Great product. Works well. Easy to install.

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