SwissStop’s Full FlashPro BXP brake pads are meant for year-round use on aluminium rims. The ‘full’ part of the name denotes that they come with cartridge holders; the pads alone are £22.99 per pair.

Cycle magazine’s technical editor Richard Hallett reviews the Avid Shorty 6, Dia-Compe 999, Tektro CR720 and Shimano CX70 Cantilever brakes are the ... Avid’s Shorty is available in two versions: the ...