Shimano R55C3 Road Brake Pads - Pair

Shimano R55C3 Road Brake Pads - Pair Shimano

Shimano R55C3 Road Brake Pads - Pair

Shimano R55C3 Road Brake Pads - Pair

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What Makes the Shimano R55C3 Road Brake Pad Worth Keeping?

The Shimano R55C3 is a proven road brake shoe for aluminum rim braking systems, delivering consistent, modulated stopping power across a wide range of Shimano road caliper generations. Compatible with cartridge-type shoe systems spanning Dura-Ace through 105 and multiple Tiagra calipers, the R55C3 fits the R55 shoe holder and uses a compound optimized for aluminum rim braking surfaces in dry and mixed conditions. The cartridge design allows shoe replacement without removing the entire brake shoe assembly from the caliper, making swaps straightforward and time-efficient at the workbench or trailhead.

Each R55C3 package includes one pair of brake pads. The shoe fits the standard R55 cartridge holder used across Shimano road caliper generations including Dura-Ace 7900, 9000, and R9100, Ultegra 6700, 6800, and R8000, 105 5700, 5800, and R7000, and Tiagra, Sora, and Claris caliper families that use the R55 holder format. For riders on aluminum-rimmed bikes who want a reliable OEM compound with broad compatibility, the R55C3 is the right choice before stepping up to the R55C4.

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Specifications

  • Model: R55C3
  • Rim Compatibility: Aluminum rims only
  • Shoe Type: Cartridge type -- fits R55 shoe holder
  • Package: 1 pair
  • Compatible Caliper Families: Dura-Ace 7900, 9000, R9100; Ultegra 6700, 6800, R8000; 105 5700, 5800, R7000; Tiagra 4600, 4700; Sora 3500; Claris 2400 (all calipers using R55 cartridge holder)

FAQ

What is the difference between the R55C3 and the R55C4?

The R55C4 is the updated compound version of the R55C3 with improved wet weather performance and a longer-lasting compound. Both fit the same R55 cartridge shoe holder. The R55C4 is the current-generation recommendation from Shimano for aluminum rims.

Can I use the R55C3 on carbon rims?

No. The R55C3 is formulated for aluminum rim braking surfaces only. Using it on carbon rims can damage the rim surface and reduce braking effectiveness. Use the R55C4 carbon-specific pad for carbon rims.

Do these pads include the shoe holders?

No. The R55C3 is a cartridge replacement only -- the rubber pad insert that slots into an existing R55 shoe holder already mounted on your brake caliper. The shoe holder is not included.

Best For

Road cyclists on aluminum-rimmed bikes running Shimano R55 cartridge-style caliper brakes who need a straightforward OEM pad replacement for dry to mixed-condition training and riding.

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