My front brakes are Sh1t

[Dead Eye]

I'm fairly sure that pads will degrade over time if left to the elements (and potentially if they are organic pads?). I can't see fairly modern pads degrading if the bike is stored though. I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong.

What symptoms do you have regarding the front brakes though? Are they soft, or do they just refuse to stop you? If it's soft then I'd suggest looking at lines / calliper? If they feel fine, but just don't stop you, then I'd suggest pads or potentially discs?

As far as pads go, I have some ceramic SBS pads on mine - I based this on everything that has been discussed here on the forums and other peoples recommendations and I certainly agree with them. I decided on ceramic based on a little bit of research between the different types.