quicksilverdon- Yes there is a lot of brake dust which means more cleaning for me too! You've gotta keep those rims shiny!
Jimbo- I am already on set #2, I'm hoping the most recent set lasts but when they do go I am definately going for the ceramic pads, I have also heard that they don't sqweek, is that true?
Maybe it has something to do with the dry hot air where I live? [:I]