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Giant France MTB Pro Team
Country
France
Category
MTB Pro Team
Discipline
MTB XC / Mixed Team
Team Info
Giant France MTB Pro Team is a team of athletes active on the international cross-country mountain bike scene. Each of the athletes specializes in certain event formats and competes with SwissStop Catalyst Race 160mm disc brake rotors; centerlock lockrings and Disc 28 RS pads for the whole season
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DAS-Hutchinson-Brother
Country
United Kingdom
Category
UCI Continental Team - Women
Discipline
Road / MTB / Gravel - Women
Team Info
DAS-Hutchinson-Brother UK is a UCI Continental women's team from the United Kingdom with a vision to develop talent both domestically and internationally. The team is made up of athletes from several countries with different specialties (mostly road, but some with spare bikes, mountain bikes, or gravel bikes). They have achieved numerous victories in previous years and are looking forward to another promising season with their new recruits. SwissStop is proud to sponsor the team with Catalyst Race 140 and 160 mm, Disc 34 RS and Disc 34 EXOTherm2 brake pads.
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CHARLES LIEGEOIS - DESCHACHT
Country
Belgium
Category
Elite
Discipline
UCI Cyclocross
Team Info
DESCHACHT - HENS - MAES is a pro Cyclocross Team. The athletes are well known from international competitions. Each rider and his bike is put through its paces in extreme conditions. Whatever the race, they deliver breathtaking performances. The team uses Catalyst Race 140mm; lockring 160mm; Disc 34 RS brake pads for the whole season.
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TEAM BFS TOOLS
Country
Germany
Category
XC Team
Discipline
XCM - Gravel - XCO
Team Info
Professionally active in mountain bike marathon, cross-country, and gravel disciplines, the team is aiming for international championships thanks to its exceptional performance. 🏆 22nd Pfronten Mountain Bike Marathon. The team uses Catalyst Pro 6-Bolt 160 and 180 mm, Disc 30 RS for XC, Catalyst Race 160 and Disc 34 RS for gravel.
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GIANT LIV PAPAORACING
Country
Italy
Category
XC0 Team
Discipline
XCO MOUNTAIN BIKE - Mixed Team
Team Info
Italian National Mountain Bike Team, SwissStop is pleased to welcome Giant Liv Papaoracing to its sponsored group. The athletes are equipped with Catalyst Pro and Race rotors; Disc 27 RS, Disc 29 RS and Disc 34 RS disc brake pads, depending on the disciplines.
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STAMINARACING TEAM
Country
Chile
Category
UCI Continental Team
Discipline
Road
Team Info
This Chilean national team has already proven itself by finishing national champion for the past three years. The team consists of 12 high-level athletes. "Thanks to our sponsor @swissstopofficial 💛 who provides us with cutting-edge braking technology. In San Juan, the races are very fast and demand the highest standards in terms of quality and safety; this system rises to the challenge!" StaminaRacing uses the Catalyst Race 140 mm, 160 mm and Disc 34 RS.
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MARCONI TEAM
Country
Italy
Category
XCO Continental TEAM
Discipline
XCO MOUNTAIN BIKE _ World Cup
Team Info
Marconi Racing Team is a cycling team active in the XCO discipline, competing in national and international events. The team stands out for its performance- and endurance-oriented approach, suited to long distances and rough terrain. The three athletes ride with SwissStop Catalyst Pro discs in 160 and 180 mm Centerlock, Disc 29 RS pads, as well as SwissStop accessories throughout the season.
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HEXATRI RACING TEAM
Country
France
Category
XTERRA / CROSS-TRIATHLON PRO
Discipline
crosstriathlon & VTT marathon
Team Info
Hexatri Racing Team is a team specialized in cross triathlon and marathon MTB, competing in international events combining swimming, mountain biking, and running. The athletes race on courses that require constant, reliable, and high-performance braking. SwissStop supports the team with a wide range of Catalyst Pro and Catalyst Race discs (140 to 180 mm, Centerlock and 6-bolt), Disc RS and EXOTherm2 compound pads, as well as maintenance products to support the team throughout the season.
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SORIA NI TE LE IMAGINAS
Country
Spain
Category
Elite Pro MTB
Discipline
MTB PRO
Team Info
Based in Spain, Soria Ni Te La Imaginas brings together riders competing in gravel and MTB disciplines, with a strong presence in national endurance races. The team stands out for its ability to perform on long and varied courses, where effort management and bike control make the difference. To meet these demands, the athletes ride with SwissStop Catalyst Pro discs in 160 and 180 mm (Centerlock and 6-bolt), paired with Disc 35 RS pads and SwissStop accessories throughout the season.
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O'SHEA RACING TEAM
Country
United Kingdom
Category
UCI Continental Women
Discipline
Cyclocross
Team Info
O'Shea Team is a British UCI Continental women's team specializing in cyclo-cross. "SwissStop products deliver confidence, control, and consistency in all conditions. When the margin for error is small and speed is crucial, our riders trust SwissStop for reliable braking at the decisive moment." The team uses SwissStop Catalyst Race 140 mm discs, Disc 34 RS, Disc 35 RS and Disc 34 EXOTherm2 and Disc 35 EXOTherm2 pads.
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ENERGUS RACING TEAM
Country
Lithuania
Category
UCI PRO TEAM
Discipline
ROAD
Team Info
Competing on the UCI road circuit, Energus Cycling Team represents Lithuania at the highest level. The team takes part in international competitions where consistency and equipment reliability are essential. SwissStop supports the team to ensure consistent performance throughout the season including the Catalyst Race 140 mm and 160 mm, the Disc 34 RS, and the 160 mm lockrings.
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CYKLISTIKAPLZEN - KOLA BBM
Country
Czech Republic
Category
XC Team - Mixte
Discipline
XCO & Cyclocross
Team Info
Cyklistika Plzen – Kola BBM specializes in MTB and cyclocross, training young athletes within an association framework that combines both discovery and competition. The teams take part in regional and national cups. SwissStop is proud to contribute to the development of future champions by providing rotors and brake pads for their competitions. Catalyst Pro 160 and 180 mm; Disc RS compound brake pads.
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MB RACE TEAM E-FORT
Country
France
Category
XCM Mixed Team
Discipline
XCM
Team Info
MB Race Team is linked to the world of the MB Race, the benchmark event in mountain bike marathon racing. Centred around this event, the team brings together mountain bikers accustomed to long distances, significant elevation gains and technical alpine terrain. Their training focuses on endurance, pacing and mastering their equipment on challenging courses. SwissStop supports the team with equipment used in real race and training conditions, including Catalyst Pro 160 and 180 mm 6-bolt rotors, 220 mm lockrings and Disc 28 RS disc brake pads.
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Hera Project
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Cycling Team / Development Program
Discipline
Road
Team Info
Hera Project is a UK-based, female-led cycling initiative dedicated to reshaping elite women’s cycling both on and off the bike. The project focuses on developing riders and staff through mentorship, education, and real-world experience, while promoting inclusivity and long-term performance. Hera aims to create a sustainable pathway for women in cycling and establish a new standard for professional development in the sport. SwissStop partners with the Hera Project, contributing to the performance and reliability of the team’s equipment throughout their activities.
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Martins Blums
Country
Latvia
Category
MTB Athlete
Discipline
MTB / Gravel
Team Info
Martins Blums is a Latvian professional mountain biker with over eight years of experience at the highest international level. A consistent UCI World Cup top 10 rider and Olympian (Paris 2024), he is now combining MTB and gravel disciplines as a privateer, focusing on performance and passion-driven racing. SwissStop supports him with high-performance braking components used in training and competition.
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Jean Biermans
Country
Netherlands
Category
Road and Gravel SwissStop Ambassador
Discipline
Road and Gravel
Team Info
"I like the SwissStop disc pads because they make less noise and in combination with the SwissStop rotors they are perfect for my gravel bike, because I can trust that I always have enough brake power, I can go faster and brake later." Jean Biermans World champ 24hr mtb/🏆 RaR duo /🥈🥉Le Mans24h/🏆12hr Zolder BE ; 2 wins 36oneZA ; 12 wins 24hr IT ; The Munga ZA
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Michael van den Ham
Country
Canada
Category
Elite Men
Discipline
Cyclocross, Gravel and MTB
Team Info
Michael van den Ham is a Canadian Off-Road Cyclist living in Chilliwack BC. After switching to his racing focus from cyclocross to gravel, he has won gravel races such as Lost and Found, Paris to Ancaster, Oregon Trails, and Rebecca's Private Idaho. He is also the current Canadian National Team Cyclocross coach and himself a former Canadian National Cyclocross Champion (2017, 2018, 2019), was the 2013 Canadian U23 National Champion, UCI winner, and 9x Cyclocross Worlds Team Member.
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Joa Scheidegger
Country
Switzerland
Category
PRO U17
Discipline
MTB - Hot Trail - Downhill
Team Info
Joa specializes in MTB, Hot Trail and Downhill racing. SwissStop is delighted to sponsor this sincere and genuine young athlete. He won the IXS Downhill Cup in Bellwald in 2023, Top 5 overall Hot Trail Swiss Downhill Series PRO U17 in 2024 (CH). His goal is to be in the Top 3 of the overall Hot Trail Swiss Downhill ranking. Joa uses Catalyst Pro 203 mm and 220 mm, Disc brake pads Disc 27 RS, lockring Æ 160-220 mm
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MARIUS GROS
Country
France
Category
Cross-Country Marathon Men Elite
Discipline
UCI XCM WORLD CUP
Team Info
Marius Gros is a talented French mountain biker specializing in cross-country marathon (XCM) racing. He has already made a name for himself in the mountain biking community. Competing in grueling 100 km races, Marius excels in endurance and adaptability on different terrains. His SwissStop equipment includes Catalyst Pro 160 mm and 180 mm centerlock, Centerlock lockring max. Ø 220 mm, Disc 30 RS pads and Disc 30 EXOTherm2.
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BRITT SEGERS
Country
Belgium
Category
Elite Pro MTB
Discipline
MTB
Team Info
Britt Segers is a Belgian athlete specializing in MTB. Competing in high-level events and a two-time national champion in Elite 2, she rides on technical courses that require precision and endurance. She uses SwissStop Catalyst Pro discs in 160 and 180 mm, as well as Disc 29 RS and Disc 31 RS pads to ensure consistent and high-performance braking.
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PAULO PINTO
Country
Portugal
Category
SwissStop Ambassador MTB
Discipline
MTB PRO
Team Info
Paulo Pinto is an athlete specialized in MTB. He trusts SwissStop for powerful and reliable braking, using Catalyst Pro discs in 180, 203, and 220 mm, Disc 29 RS pads, and maintenance products throughout the season.
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ORIOL ALCALA
Country
Spain
Category
Urban Downhill
Discipline
Downhill
Team Info
Oriol Alcala is a Spanish athlete specializing in cyclo-cross, competing in demanding events where technique and braking precision are essential. Active on the international circuit, he relies on SwissStop solutions to face all conditions. His setup includes Catalyst Pro 160 and 203 mm rotors, as well as Disc 28 RS pads throughout the season.
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PAUL MARQUARDSEN
Country
France
Category
Ultra 500 Gravel Ambassador
Discipline
Road / Gravel / Bikepacking
Team Info
Paul Marquardsen is a versatile French cyclist, active both on the road and in MTB. His profile allows him to ride on varied terrain, alternating between endurance efforts on asphalt and technical off-road sections. This diversity of practice requires discipline, adaptability, and reliable equipment. SwissStop supports this athlete with Catalyst Race 160 mm and Disc 34 EXOTherm2 pads, and Catalyst Pro 180 mm for bikepacking.
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Gabiaple
Country
Spain
Category
SwissStop Ambassador athlète
Discipline
TRAIL, GRAVEL, MTB
Team Info
Gabriel is a Spanish athlete practicing trail running, gravel, and MTB. He rides and runs in very different environments, from mountain trails to gravel tracks and technical MTB terrain. This versatility involves a comprehensive approach focused on endurance and terrain control. SwissStop supports Gabriel Manzone Vilchez with equipment used across all his disciplines.
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TOM Van Hingelgom
Country
Belgium
Category
MTB Althete
Discipline
MTB
Team Info
Tom Van Hingelgom is a Belgian mountain biker mainly active in MTB. He rides on technical and varied courses, where bike control and consistency are essential, both in training and competition. His approach is based on terrain feel and riding sensation, with particular attention paid to equipment performance. SwissStop supports Tom Van Hingelgom with equipment used during his rides and competitions.