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Specialized has partnered with Brembo to develop high-performance prototype brakes for downhill racing in 2025, marking Brembo's first entry into mountain biking, aiming to enhance braking performance for elite competitions.
Brembo, renowned for motorsport brakes, has entered the mountain bike market through a partnership with Specialized Gravity, developing high-performance downhill bike brakes aimed at enhancing control and stopping power for competitive racing. The collaboration leverages Brembo's racing expertise to push innovation in downhill biking, with prototypes already in testing, though commercial availability has not yet been announced.
Max Verstappen's dramatic retirement at the Australian Grand Prix was likely caused by a hydraulic line issue towards the right rear of his car, which still contained residual pressure, causing the calliper to tighten and the brake disc to overheat, ultimately leading to a dramatic failure. This analysis was carried out by brake manufacturer Brembo in collaboration with Red Bull's engineers.