SRAM Level / RED / Force / Rival / Apex Carbon Disc Brake Pads

⚡ Fast Dispatch — Order by 2pm Orders placed before 2pm (Mon–Fri) ship the same working day 🔄 60-Day Hassle-Free Returns Return unused items within 60 days for a refund 2-Piston Road & MTB | Gorilla Brakes Carbon Compound Refined braking. Quiet operation. Built for real riding. The Gorilla Brakes Carbon Compound 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. Why Choose Carbon Over Standard SRAM Resin Pads? Standard 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. More consistent braking under heat Reduced fade compared to standard resin pads Smoother, more controlled braking feel Very quiet when correctly bedded in Rotor-friendly compound for everyday riding Key Performance Features Quiet Braking: Designed to minimise vibration and squeal. One of our quietest compounds when the brake system is correctly set up. Superior Modulation: Smooth, progressive braking for precise control rather than aggressive on/off bite. Carbon-Reinforced Stability: Maintains consistent braking feel as temperatures rise, reducing fade on longer descents. Nickel-Plated Backing Plate: Corrosion-resistant with a clean premium finish. Rotor Friendly: Softer compound reduces rotor wear and beds in quickly. E-Bike Compatible: Suitable for e-road, e-gravel, and light e-MTB use. Performance Overview Attribute Score Recommendation Braking Power 85/100 Controlled stopping for road, gravel, and trail Modulation 95/100 Smooth, progressive feel Direct Brake Feel 75/100 Linear and predictable Heat Resistance 85/100 Stable performance on longer descents Dry Noise Level 95/100 Very quiet when bedded correctly Wear Resistance 75/100 Balanced durability Wet Performance 45/100 Best for dry and mixed conditions Compatibility Designed for SRAM 2-piston brake systems using the standard road / Level pad shape. SRAM Road: RED, Force, Rival, Apex (Hydraulic Disc) SRAM Gravel: XPLR variants of Rival and Force SRAM MTB (2-Piston): Level, Level T, Level TL, Level TLM, Level Ultimate Things to Note Designed for road, gravel, commuting, and light trail riding Longer bedding-in time than standard resin pads Wet performance is lower than sintered or Enduro Pro compounds For aggressive trail, downhill, or heavy e-MTB use, choose Sintered or Enduro Pro Brake noise is typically caused by setup (alignment, pistons, contamination), not the pad compound