Galfer Brake Pads and Discs: Simply Better Braking

Push your standards for bike brakes. You might not expect the improvement that can be made just by changing pads and discs. But the Spanish brake experts at Galfer will show you that it can be a whole new level.

The Galfer brand is no newcomer - it has been making brake components since 1952 and has been making bicycle brakes since the 1990s. It was even behind the birth of the first hydraulic bike disc brake! Today, Galfer brakes are used to win top competitions in endurance, cross-country and other cycling disciplines.

If your braking performance isn't enough, you're heavier or you have racing ambitions, try Galfer brake pads and discs and you'll see a change. If that's still not enough, upgrading to a larger disc is also an option, as Galfer also offers brake adapters to change the disc diameter.

Choosing Brake Pads

All Galfer brake pads offer you a number of advantages:

• They are made from an organic semi-metallic mixture without asbestos
• Quiet operation
• Provide improved braking feel, progressivity and braking power
• Produce minimum vibration
• Resist high temperatures
• Have increased durability

The key to optimum brake efficiency and life is the right choice of brake pads. That's why Galfer offers several types of compound clearly marked with different colours.

 

Black (G1053) – Galfer Standard brake pads offer versatility and a balanced performance, low noise and durability ratio. They provide progressive start and consistent braking performance. This versatile compound is the optimum combination of performance and durability. Suitable for all conditions and for amateur riders.

 

Red (G1851) – Thanks to a special moisture-absorbing compound, Galfer Advanced brake pads provide maximum performance and easy application of braking force even in extreme conditions, wet and muddy conditions. They have an extremely long service life and ensure excellent braking performance and resistance to fading..

 

Green (G1554T) – Galfer Pro racing brake pads require no running-in and are designed for extreme conditions, wet, mud and dust, where they still retain their performance. Suitable for extreme downhill racing where the brakes are exposed to high temperatures. These pads provide stable and long-lasting performance without fading at high temperatures.

 

Blue (G1455) – A compound specifically developed to give the best performance on the road in all conditions. Galfer has used its more than 60 years of experience to create powerful and durable brake pads for road bikes.

 

Purple (G1652) – Galfer E-Bikes brake pads are specifically developed to withstand high temperatures where they still retain excellent braking power, durability and quiet operation. This makes them suitable for use on electric bikes or in DH racing. These pads are ready for heavy duty electric bikes, fast and long descents as well as adverse conditions and wet operation.

 

Yellow (G1398) – Trial-specific sintered pads provide an optimal combination of aggressive and progressive braking depending on the dosage. They meet the demands of trials riders and work in both dry and wet conditions.

 

Brake Discs

Don't underestimate the choice of discs to give the pads something to bite into. At Galfer, you can choose from several models depending on the application and what you expect from your brakes

Classic Disc Wave

• Sturdiness
• Aggressive bite
• Superior pad cleaning capacity
• Ideal for mud and wet conditions

Disc Shark

• Greater braking power under intense heat conditions
• Thermal stability, less fatigue
• Lower operating temperature
• Improved pad durability

Road/Gravel

• Lightness
• High modularity
• Good heat dissipation
• Recommended for Gravel and Road

Bike Trial

• Exclusively for use in trial
• Sturdiness in both turning directions
• Achieves the best bite with Galfer sintered pads

When choosing a disc, be sure to look for the correct diameter, thickness and mounting method (Center Lock or 6 holes). If the size of the disc is not enough, you can use a larger one with the appropriate adapter to increase the braking power of your bike.

 

Choose from a complete range of Galfer brake components.