Dominion T2 Brakes Power Casey South to World Cup Victory in Girona

The closing round of the HERO UCI Marathon World Cup in Girona was a showcase of grit, precision, and technology.

Amidst rain, mud, and one of the most technically demanding courses of the season, Casey South of the Torpado Kenda FSA team stormed to a solo victory aboard his Hayes Dominion T2 brakes—a win that underscored both his talent and the reliability of Hayes performance.

Precision and Confidence on the Toughest Course

The Girona race featured the notorious “La Tramun” route, where slippery conditions and technical descents tested every rider’s limits. In moments like these, braking isn’t just about stopping—it’s about control, modulation, and confidence.

The Hayes Dominion T2 delivered exactly that. With unparalleled lever feel, championship-winning modulation, and unwavering consistency, South was able to attack descents with total confidence, clawing back over a minute and a half before launching his decisive solo move. On slick rock gardens and muddy switchbacks, Dominion brakes provided the stopping power and smooth control that separated him from the rest.

Dominion T2: Gravity Power, XC Weight

What makes the T2 edition so special is its uncompromising balance of weight and performance. By combining titanium hardware with a carbon lever, the Dominion T2 guarantees the big braking power of a gravity brake in a lightweight XC-ready package. Riders get the security of full gravity-level stopping force, but without carrying unnecessary grams across hours of racing and thousands of meters of climbing. Zero compromise in performance. Maximum reliability. Exactly what marathon racers like South need when every second counts.

Built on 90+ Years of Braking Expertise

Every Hayes brake is the product of more than nine decades of braking innovation across industries, and the Dominion T2 represents the pinnacle of that heritage in MTB. With features like:

Dual bleed ports for simplified maintenance and reliability

Crosshair caliper alignment for pinpoint setup

Featherlight lever action for rider confidence in all conditions

Proven race-winning power and modulation

…the Dominion T2 stands as the most reliable, consistent, and high-performing brake system on the market. In Girona, it helped turn a dream into reality.

A Season of Success

South’s victory capped an outstanding campaign for Torpado Kenda FSA in the 2025 World Cup season:

4 podiums, including a World Cup win

12 Top-10 finishes

2nd overall in the team classification

Through it all, Dominion brakes provided the confidence and consistency that riders need to perform at their absolute best.