Whelen Aerospace Technologies (WAT) IceSkates offer new styling, new materials and higher performance for your Cirrus. The WAT IceSkate for your main and nose gear offers a more structurally substantial pant. Our pant is manufactured with better, fire resistant and stiffer materials (Carbon Fiber, etc) than the factory pant. We also know that Cirrus are steered with differential braking so temperatures are critical. In order to help control brake heat and improve brake performance, IceSkates have an air vent that blows fresh air right on the brake caliper. Customers report improved braking longer brake pad performance. IceSkates also include new and stiffer brackets to mount your pant to your airplane. These stiffer brackets reduce flex and will enhance the longevity of the pant. The IceSkate also has a large access door for your tires air valve. Installation is very simple. There are no structural changes to your aircraft.