Gorilla Brakes Pad Comparison: Enduro Pro vs Factory Racing vs Standard

When it comes to upgrading your stopping power, the right brake pad compound makes all the difference. At Gorilla Brakes, we’ve developed a range of compounds tailored to different riding styles, terrains, and weather conditions, so you can brake smarter, not harder.

This guide breaks down our three compound tiers to help you find your perfect match.

🏆 Enduro Pro (Top Tier Performance)

Built for pros, downhill racers, and serious all weather riders

The Enduro Pro range represents our highest level of performance. These compounds deliver exceptional braking power, fade resistance, and long lifespan, even under punishing descents and extreme weather.

• Enduro Pro Ultimate, Maximum power and heat resistance for gravity, DH, and eMTB
• Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic, Balanced wet/dry control with strong bite and rotor friendly wear
• Enduro Pro Resin, Quiet, smooth modulation for road, gravel, and light trail

Best for: Downhill, Enduro, eMTB, Road & Gravel in all conditions

🎽 Factory Racing (Mid Tier Performance)

Tuned for real world performance across multiple disciplines

Factory Racing pads deliver great modulation, solid heat handling, and longer pad life than most standard options. These are a favourite among XC riders, commuters, and aggressive weekend trail riders.

• Factory Racing Green and Ebike, Long life, great for torque heavy applications
• Factory Racing Titanium, Lightweight feel with controlled power delivery
• Factory Racing Organic, Smooth and silent for comfort first riding
• Factory Racing STEALTH, Fade resistant and whisper quiet with Steal backing plates

Best for: eMTB, Trail & XC, Urban commuting, Gravel & Road

🔧 Standard Compounds (Entry Level Value)

Reliable pads that punch above their price point

Don’t be fooled by the name, our standard pads offer dependable braking and safety for everyday riders. These are perfect for low maintenance builds, beginner setups, or budget conscious riders.

• Semi Metallic, All around performer with solid dry and wet braking
• Ceramic (NANO TECH), Quiet with low rotor wear, ideal for dry XC and gravel
• ENDURO Ceramic, More aggressive ceramic for heavier riders or hot conditions
• Sintered, Powerful in mud, rain, and steep descents

Best for: Daily use, XC and light trail, Wet/muddy enduro, Mixed road/gravel terrain

🔎 Not Sure What to Choose?

• Commuter / Urban: Semi Metallic, Factory Racing Organic, Stealth
• Gravel / Road: Enduro Pro Resin, Factory Racing Organic, Ceramic
• Trail / Enduro: Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic, Factory Racing Green and Ebike
• Downhill / Alpine: Enduro Pro Ultimate, Sintered
• All Rounder: Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic or Factory Racing Green and Ebike

🛠 Bonus: Can I Mix Compounds Front and Rear?

Absolutely. Many riders run a more powerful compound on the front and a modulated pad on the rear for better control. Example: Sintered front + Ceramic rear.

♻️ Eco Conscious and Certified

• REACH compliance concerns applicable chemical requirements. It does not mean a product contains no hazardous substances or produces no brake dust.
• Recycle packaging according to its material and local collection rules. Recyclable packaging does not make the product or its use zero waste.
• Brake Pad Recycling Program, Return used pads for responsible recycling

🚀 Ride Smarter, Brake Better

No matter what or where you ride, there’s a Gorilla Brakes pad built for it. Choose based on what matters most to you, power, modulation, silence, or lifespan, and ride with confidence.

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