Yeah... I am currently running Clarks cheap skate sintered pads and they work quite well. Just as good as the stock Tektros, although I have not wet/muddy experiences with them yet.
I have Tektro/TRP hydraulics on all my bikes except for the road bike.
Thanks. Yes it is quite a satisfying multitool. Low, trail, Hylex and sliding dropouts is the best thing ever...
@Paradroid hijack away. I find the overall discussion very interesting.