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Formula Gravel Bike Brake Pads

Choose Gorilla Brakes pads for gravel riding with Formula brakes. Choose by the caliper first, then compare compounds for dry tracks, muddy rides and loaded trips. Check the listed Formula model and product compatibility; a shared brake brand does not make pad shapes interchangeable.

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Known for its lightweight design, excellent modulation and smooth lever feel, the Formula Cura caliper benefits greatly from high-performance pad compounds when riding in mud, sand and mixed terrain.

This collection covers all Formula brake systems used on gravel and adventure bikes. The Cura platform is known for providing excellent modulation and a lightweight build while maintaining strong and predictable braking across long mixed-terrain rides.

Formula Cura – Lightweight 2-piston caliper used on gravel, all-road and endurance bikes

Formula Cura X – Premium lightweight version with improved heat control

If your gravel bike uses any Formula Cura caliper, the pads below will fit. Choose the compound that best suits your riding style, terrain and typical conditions.

The Formula Cura system is sensitive to pad compound and benefits from friction materials that improve bite, reduce glazing and provide quiet operation.

Models listed for this collection

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Enduro Pro

Our highest-performance range.

Factory Racing

Performance-focused options.

Standard Compounds

Everyday riding options.

Choose your compound

Sintered is a good choice for cold, wet and muddy riding. It generates substantial heat, which can transfer to the caliper faster than with other compounds in our range. For high-heat applications, we recommend Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds. Semi-Metallic is a versatile everyday option for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails on conventional bicycles.

All Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds are e-bike rated. Choose only an option offered for your exact caliper. If you need advice for heavy cargo or demanding descents and the recommended Ultimate Orange or Semi Metallic Blue fitment is not listed, contact us before choosing another pad shape.

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Before you order

Formula Gravel Bike Brake Pads FAQs

A little help with fitment, compounds and getting ready to ride.

How do I select the correct pad for Formula?

Check the exact Formula caliper: Cura / Cura Road two-piston, Cura 4 and older Formula systems need their own matching pad shapes. Check the selected product’s exact compatibility before ordering.

Which of the available compounds should I compare?

Sintered is a good choice for cold, wet and muddy riding. It generates substantial heat, which can transfer to the caliper faster than with other compounds in our range. For high-heat applications, we recommend Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds. Semi-Metallic is a versatile everyday option for commuting, road, gravel and lighter trails on conventional bicycles.

Which compounds are e-bike rated, and which do you recommend for heavy loads?

All Enduro Pro and Factory Racing compounds are e-bike rated. Choose only an option offered for your exact caliper. If you need advice for heavy cargo or demanding descents and the recommended Ultimate Orange or Semi Metallic Blue fitment is not listed, contact us before choosing another pad shape.

How should I prepare the rotor and bed in new pads?

Check the rotor’s condition, wear limit and permitted pad material. Follow the installation instructions for your caliper and our bedding-in guide, including rotor preparation when changing compounds.