Plaquettes de frein pour vélo gravel

Les vélos gravel sont conçus pour affronter les routes dégagées et lisses, les chemins de gravier et tout ce qui se trouve entre les deux ; les plaquettes de frein doivent donc être à la hauteur. Nos plaquettes de frein pour vélos gravel sont conçues pour offrir une puissance de freinage exceptionnelle, rendant les manœuvres brusques fluides, aussi bien sur les trottoirs plats que sur les terrains meubles et accidentés. Conçues pour résister à la saleté, aux débris et à l'humidité, nos plaquettes garantissent un freinage fiable, quelles que soient les conditions.

Les vélos gravel nécessitent des pièces robustes pour une performance optimale sur tous les terrains. C'est pourquoi nous sélectionnons avec soin des matériaux de haute qualité pour créer des plaquettes de frein performantes en toutes conditions.

Pourquoi choisir Gorilla Brakes ? Nous sommes des cyclistes passionnés et comprenons l'importance des freins pour la sécurité et la performance. C'est pourquoi nous testons rigoureusement nos produits pour répondre à des normes élevées et garantir la durabilité de votre équipement. En choisissant nos plaquettes de frein, vous optez pour des produits performants à chaque sortie. Nous proposons une variété d'options, notamment des plaquettes pour systèmes de freinage Shimano et Hope , afin que vous puissiez trouver la solution idéale pour votre vélo.

Achetez en toute confiance : livraison rapide, excellent service client et garantie satisfaction sur toutes nos plaquettes de frein gravel. Découvrez nos freins VTT Shimano .

Gravel Bike Brake Pads

Gorilla Brakes Gravel Bike Brake Pads are engineered for off-road adventure: steep fire roads, loose gravel descents, mud, dust, loaded bikepacking setups and unpredictable terrain. Gravel riding places far greater stress on brake pads than road cycling — demanding compounds with stronger bite, better heat stability and reliable braking in all conditions.

Below is the complete list of gravel-specific or gravel-compatible calipers from all major brands, taken directly from Gorilla Brakes’ technical reference files.

Compatible Gravel Disc Brake Calipers

  • Shimano GRX: BR-RX820, BR-RX810, BR-RX600, BR-RX400/410 — purpose-built gravel systems.
  • Shimano Gravel-Compatible Non-Series: BR-RS805, RS505, RS405, RS305 (flat-mount).
  • Shimano CX / Early Gravel Mechanical: BR-CX77, CX75, R317, R517, R315/R515.
  • SRAM Gravel Hydraulic: Rival/Force/Red XPLR AXS, Apex 1 HRD, Rival 1 HRD, Force 1 HRD.
  • SRAM Mechanical Gravel: Avid BB7 Road / BB7 Road S / BB7 SL, and BB5 Road.
  • Campagnolo Gravel: Ekar 13-Speed hydraulic gravel system.
  • Magura Gravel / All-Road: MT4 FM, MT8 FM, MT8 SL FM, MT8 Pro FM (flat-mount).
  • Hope Gravel: RX4+ (Shimano & SRAM lever versions) and RX2 flat-mount calipers.
  • TRP Gravel: Spyre, Spyre SLC, HY/RD, Hylex & Hylex RS (gravel/cyclocross systems).
  • Tektro Gravel: HD-R280, HD-R290 hydraulic; MD-C500 / C510 / C550 mechanical gravel brakes.
  • Hayes Gravel / CX: CX Expert, CX Pro, CX-5 mechanical disc brakes.
  • Formula Gravel: Cura Road & Cura FM — widely used on gravel, all-road and adventure builds.

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Choosing the Right Compound for Gravel Riding

Gravel riding creates higher heat, more vibration and more contamination (mud, dust, water) than standard road cycling. Gorilla Brakes compounds are engineered to give consistent, powerful braking on loose terrain, during long descents and in severe weather.

🏆 Enduro Pro Compound Comparison (Highest Performance)

Compound Backing Plate Dry Wet Heat Life Best For
Enduro Pro Ultimate 🟧 Orange ★★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★★ Steep gravel descents, heavy riders, loaded bikepacking.
Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic 🔵 Blue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ All-weather gravel and long mixed-terrain rides.
Enduro Pro Resin ⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Quiet braking and smooth modulation on light gravel.

🏁 Factory Racing Compound Comparison (High Performance)

Compound Backing Plate Dry Wet Heat Life Best For
Factory Racing Titanium ⚪ Titanium ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★ Dry gravel, lightweight builds, speed-focused setups.
Factory Racing Stealth 🟪 Stealth Purple ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Quiet braking on mixed terrain and variable conditions.
Factory Racing Organic ⚪ Grey ★★★★★★ ★★ ★★ ★★★★ Ultra-quiet gravel commuting and smooth endurance riding.
Factory Racing — High Durability Green 🟩 Green ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★★ Long-distance bikepacking, wet gravel, high-contamination environments, riders needing very long pad life.

🔧 Standard Compound – Gravel & All-Weather Options

Compound Backing Plate Dry Wet Heat Life Best For
Semi-Metallic ⚫ Black ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★ ★★★ Everyday gravel, fitness, winter training.
Ceramic – NANO TECH 🟩 Green ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★ Dry gravel, fast hardpack and reduced rotor wear.
ENDURO Ceramic 🔴 Red ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★ Hot climates, heavy riders, long gravel descents.
Sintered (Metallic) 🟡 Gold ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★★ ★★★★★ Mud, rain, winter gravel and ultra-durable touring.

Helpful Resources

Need help choosing the right gravel pads? Our technical team can recommend the best compound for your terrain, riding style and brake system.

Why Gravel Riders Trust Gorilla Brakes

Gorilla Brakes pads are tested across real gravel conditions — from UK gritstone and Scottish moorland to European alpine gravel and multi-day bikepacking routes. Riders choose our compounds for consistent braking, improved modulation, reduced noise and superior heat control.

Every pad is produced in small batches to guarantee accuracy, durability and stable performance under the extreme demands of modern gravel riding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which brake systems are Gorilla Brakes gravel pads compatible with?
Our gravel pads are compatible with all major gravel calipers, including Shimano GRX, SRAM XPLR, Campagnolo Ekar, Magura MT FM, Hope RX4+, TRP Spyre/HYRD/Hylex, Tektro HD-R280/R290/MD-C series, Hayes CX Expert/Pro/5 and Formula Cura Road/FM systems.
Which compound is best for gravel riding?
For steep gravel descents and bikepacking loads, choose Enduro Pro Ultimate. For all-weather gravel, choose Enduro Pro Semi-Metallic. For quiet riding on mixed terrain, choose Factory Racing Stealth. For maximum durability in mud, grit and wet conditions, choose Factory Racing Green (high-durability compound). For winter or extreme mud, choose Sintered (Metallic).
What makes gravel brake pads different from road pads?
Gravel pads must withstand higher contamination, more heat, heavier loads and constant vibration. Gorilla Brakes gravel compounds use: Higher heat resistance for long dirt descents Improved contamination shedding for mud and grit Stronger initial bite for loose terrain Longer lifespan for bikepacking and adventure use
How long do gravel brake pads last?
Pad life varies depending on terrain and weather, but gravel typically wears pads 2–3× faster than road riding. Expect shorter lifespan when riding:
Do gravel brake pads need a bedding-in process?
Yes. Proper bedding-in is essential for full power. Complete 10–15 controlled stops from moderate speed, gradually increasing force. Avoid full wheel lockups during the first few stops. A correct bedding-in process improves power, silence, heat stability and pad life — crucial for gravel braking.