As a rule the pads supplied in the hydraulic brakes on mountain bikes perform perfectly well, however the cost of replacing them once they’re worn out can be a bit scary – with bike shops typically asking £15 to £25 per end.

Superstar Components is a direct sales cycling firm which made its name offering brakes pads at MUCH lower prices – but without a drop in quality.

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They offer a variety of pads: “organic” for power, “sintered” for bad conditions and “kevlar” promising good power and long life.

Price: £5.49 to £7.99 for one pair, available from Superstar Components.