{"id":5366,"date":"2026-08-24T14:43:59","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T12:43:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/?p=5366"},"modified":"2026-08-26T12:39:21","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T10:39:21","slug":"galfer-brings-braking-innovation-to-italian-bike-festival-and-sea-otter-europe-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/galfer-brings-braking-innovation-to-italian-bike-festival-and-sea-otter-europe-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"GALFER BRINGS BRAKING INNOVATION TO ITALIAN BIKE FESTIVAL AND SEA OTTER EUROPE 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Technology, innovation and performance: Spanish brand Galfer, now internationally recognized as a benchmark brand in the high-performance braking systems sector, will showcase its new Disc Shark\u00ae EVO MTB and Disc Shark\u00ae Road Centerlock at the two leading European cycling events.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Galfer, an international company specializing in the development of high-performance braking systems, is set to meet the European cycling community once again at the <strong>Italian Bike Festival<\/strong>, taking place in Misano Adriatico from September 4\u20136, and <strong>Sea Otter Europe<\/strong>, from September 18\u201320 in Girona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These two strategic events represent an important opportunity for the brand to showcase the latest developments in its braking technology and strengthen its connection with riders, teams, industry professionals, dealers and media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking center stage will be the new <strong>Disc Shark\u00ae EVO MTB<\/strong> and <strong>Disc Shark\u00ae Road Centerlock<\/strong>, two products that represent the evolution of the Shark\u00ae platform and Galfer\u2019s ability to develop purpose-built solutions for increasingly demanding cycling disciplines and riding conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to discovering the full range of <strong>Galfer<\/strong> products and speaking directly with the company\u2019s technical and R&amp;D teams, visitors will be able to take part in a range of dynamic activities, competitions and prize draws designed to bring braking technology to life in a fun and engaging way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"5370\" src=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/d9f756be-82c0-4c27-89fb-e8700d5af6db-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"d9f756be 82c0 4c27 89fb e8700d5af6db\" class=\"wp-image-5370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/d9f756be-82c0-4c27-89fb-e8700d5af6db-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/d9f756be-82c0-4c27-89fb-e8700d5af6db-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/d9f756be-82c0-4c27-89fb-e8700d5af6db-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/d9f756be-82c0-4c27-89fb-e8700d5af6db-1536x2048.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"5368\" src=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/391ae88e-3ed5-4ced-b0d6-efab57092808-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"391ae88e 3ed5 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srcset=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/fe757217-6a52-4273-bfea-28b18e0d67e6-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/fe757217-6a52-4273-bfea-28b18e0d67e6-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/fe757217-6a52-4273-bfea-28b18e0d67e6-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/fe757217-6a52-4273-bfea-28b18e0d67e6-1536x2048.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPED FOR PERFORMANCE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Galfer\u2019s R&amp;D philosophy is driven by continuous collaboration with the racing world and by the experience gained at the highest levels of international competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new <strong>Disc Shark\u00ae EVO MTB<\/strong> brings this know-how to mountain biking with a design developed specifically to meet the demands of modern MTB disciplines, while the <strong>Disc Shark\u00ae Road Centerlock<\/strong>, developed with the support of the <strong>Lotto Cycling Team<\/strong>, applies the same development philosophy to high-performance road and gravel cycling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alongside the Shark\u00ae innovations, the Galfer stands will showcase the complete range of <strong>Wave discs, brake pads and accessories<\/strong>, offering visitors a comprehensive overview of the solutions available across different cycling disciplines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Particular attention will be given to the technologies that distinguish Galfer, including the <strong>Kashima\u00ae treatment<\/strong>, the Disc Shark\u00ae cooling system, new AI-supported design processes, and solutions developed through the continuous exchange of know-how between racing and product development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"5385\" src=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-0097-copia-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"img 0097 copia\" class=\"wp-image-5385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-0097-copia-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-0097-copia-300x225.jpg 300w, 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https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-0093-copia-1536x2048.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"5386\" src=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-9088-copia-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"img 9088 copia\" class=\"wp-image-5386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-9088-copia-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-9088-copia-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-9088-copia-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-9088-copia-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/img-9088-copia-2-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>MEET GALFER RIDERS AND PUT YOUR REFLEXES TO THE TEST<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Galfer\u2019s presence will also feature a program of <strong>meet-and-greet sessions and autograph signings with some of the brand\u2019s leading riders and ambassadors<\/strong>, giving fans the opportunity to meet the athletes who represent Galfer at the highest levels of competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Sea Otter Europe<\/strong>, the popular <strong>Galfer Brake Battle<\/strong> will also return. This interactive experience will challenge visitors to test their braking reflexes and reaction times, compare their results with those recorded by professional riders, and compete for exclusive Galfer prizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Galfer<\/strong> invites cycling enthusiasts, industry professionals and media to visit its stands at the <strong>Italian Bike Festival<\/strong> and <strong>Sea Otter Europe 2026<\/strong> to discover the brand\u2019s latest innovations first-hand and experience its technology, riders and racing heritage up close. Details of rider appearances and activity schedules will be announced soon through Galfer\u2019s official channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"5392\" src=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/ibf2024-ibf-italianbikefestival-photo-144-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"ibf2024 \u00a9ibf italianbikefestival photo 144\" class=\"wp-image-5392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/ibf2024-ibf-italianbikefestival-photo-144-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/ibf2024-ibf-italianbikefestival-photo-144-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/ibf2024-ibf-italianbikefestival-photo-144-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/ibf2024-ibf-italianbikefestival-photo-144-1-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/ibf2024-ibf-italianbikefestival-photo-144-1-2048x1364.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"5369\" src=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/868fa2d3-31f2-4314-88a7-d6e46f6aac79-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"868fa2d3 31f2 4314 88a7 d6e46f6aac79\" class=\"wp-image-5369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/868fa2d3-31f2-4314-88a7-d6e46f6aac79-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/868fa2d3-31f2-4314-88a7-d6e46f6aac79-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/868fa2d3-31f2-4314-88a7-d6e46f6aac79-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/galfer.com\/bike\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/868fa2d3-31f2-4314-88a7-d6e46f6aac79-1536x2048.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Technology, innovation and performance: Spanish brand Galfer, now internationally recognized as a benchmark brand in the high-performance braking systems sector, will showcase its new Disc Shark\u00ae EVO MTB and Disc Shark\u00ae Road Centerlock at the two leading European cycling events. 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