Avid Elixir 3 problem

[Tsetse]

I have white Elixir 3 brakes that are brand new. After I bed them in, the rear brake has good power, but it has a very gritty feeling, as if there is sand somewhere even though that is impossible. It also makes a sound like there is sand scratching the pads. What could be the problem? What problems can emerge from braking too hard while bedding in? Thanks

[Cotharyus]

Maybe your pads got glazed from too long a stopping attempt before they were bedded in. Try sanding them and re-bedding them.

[Tsetse]

I will try removing the brake pads and sanding them a bit and bed them in tomorrow. Thanks for the help!