DT Swiss Black Prince Brake Pads

Yes, these inserts are specifically engineered to fit standard Shimano and SRAM road caliper systems. They are designed as a direct replacement for your existing cartridge-style brake holders.

No, these pads are specifically formulated for use with carbon fiber rims. Using them on aluminum braking surfaces can lead to inconsistent performance and premature wear.

The Black Prince compound is designed to offer better modulation and more predictable stopping power in the wet than many stock carbon pads. While no pad makes carbon feel exactly like alloy in the rain, these significantly reduce the 'grabby' or delayed response often associated with carbon braking.

Like most high-performance brake pads, it is best to perform a few gentle stops on a flat, safe road to bed them in before heading out on a technical descent. This ensures the pad surface mates properly with your rim for optimal stopping power.

Yes, they are suitable for gravel use, provided your gravel bike is equipped with rim brakes and carbon wheels. Their heat-management properties are particularly beneficial on the long, sustained descents often found on gravel routes.