For most riders in most conditions, Galfer Performance pads are going to give the best performance.

For UK winter riding, the red Advanced pads will work better in mud and rain, and last longer in gritty wet conditions.

The Pro pads are more of a racing pad, using a softer compound, which means you'll have full braking power in the first corner, even if you've been on a cold moor waiting to drop into a race stage.

eBike pads are designed to cope with the extra weight of an ebike without fading on long runs.

Bedding In: To get the most out of your pads, take five minutes to bed them in properly! Run the brake pads correctly by braking sparingly and gently, allowing the brake system to cool, for about 2 minutes downhill or braking 20–25 times per wheel, until all the friction surface is well-marked on the disc.

This process is valid for all compounds except for the Pro G1554T, which does not require bedding-in.