Red or Gold? Which one do I choose?
The General Rule of Thumb
It is easiest to outline who best-serves the Gold Label HD
- eMTBs - the Gold Label HD is specifically (and originally) created for the heavier chassis of an electric pedal-assist mountain bike.
- Riders who are on the heavier side of the scale - 200/220 pounds and up - the Clydesdale category
- Expert / Pro / Cat 1 level DH racers who are going much-faster than the average rider and riding steeper terrain than most
The Red Label RACE suits the following
- The average trail rider, which is 95% of us. Most riders who are honest with themselves and may push their own limits, will love the ultra-smooth feeling of the Red Label RACE.
- Noise-sensitive riders - the Red Label RACE model is dead-quiet in most conditions
- Those who want to boost their corner speed & control with enhanced modulation
Key Points
Red Label RACE - suit the broadest range of trail riders who need the best of all braking characteristics
* Power - Our Red Label RACE has a progressive, strong power-curve
* Modulation - improved modulation with a smoother initial feel
* Silence - Dead-quiet in nearly all conditions
See Red Label RACE: https://mtxbraking.co.nz/products/red-pads
Gold Label HD - designed for the eMTB market, riders well over 200lbs, and top-level expert racers
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Power+ - A high concentration of our metallic elements and a more-dense mixture of the ingredients (compared to the Red Label)
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Control - A special blend of ceramic does a great job maintaining heat
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Durability - The Gold Label HD has a strong focus on lifespan, geared for heavy bikes (and riders).
See Gold Label HD: https://mtxbraking.co.nz/products/gold-pads