Definitely shouldn't feel like that, I also had a pair on the fixed wheel, even with stock pads they stop me quite well.
Looking at the photo, the rear cable housing look a little tight.
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Definitely shouldn't feel like that, I also had a pair on the fixed wheel, even with stock pads they stop me quite well.
Looking at the photo, the rear cable housing look a little tight.