While the result surprised some, those familiar with De Cosmo’s form—and his trust in a dialed setup built for power and precision—saw it coming. And at the core of that setup was the Hayes Dominion T2 brake, providing the control and consistency required to ride with confidence, lap after lap.

Racing with Full Commitment
Held in Tabiano Terme, the Italian XCO National Championships demanded full-throttle intensity: punchy climbs, tight corners, and technical descents that required flawless bike handling under pressure. Riding against Italy’s top XC specialists, including the reigning European champion, De Cosmo surged to the front and led the elite field for two full laps, before locking in a powerful fourth-place finish.
“It was one of those days where everything clicked. I had the legs, the courage—and total confidence in my equipment,” De Cosmo reflected.
Confidence was key—especially in the braking department. In a discipline where the margin between overcooking a turn and nailing the inside line is razor thin, Hayes Dominion T2 brakes offered Gioele the kind of lightweight, race-ready modulation and fade-free control that makes aggressive riding sustainable across a full XCO race distance.

Dominion T2: Built to Outbrake the Competition
Whether it’s marathon or XCO, World Cup pace or national championship stakes, Dominion T2 is engineered to give riders an edge where it counts most—under braking.

Dominion T2 Key Benefits:

Featherlight Weight thanks to titanium hardware and composite levers

Dead Stroke Elimination for instant bite and maximum predictability

Low-Effort Modulation to reduce fatigue and maintain feel over time

DOT 5.1 Fluid + Sealed System for superior consistency in heat and weather

Tool-Free Reach + Bite Point Adjust for race-day tweaks on the fly

De Cosmo’s performance confirmed that the T2 isn’t just for descending or trail duties—it’s a true race brake, suited for the highest level of cross-country racing. With laser-sharp modulation into corners and fade-proof power on high-speed downslopes, Dominion gave him the freedom to race aggressively, recover efficiently, and stay composed under pressure.

Proven Across Disciplines, Trusted at the Front
Just one week prior to the XCO nationals, Gioele claimed 2nd place at the UCI Marathon World Cup in Germany. The constant? Hayes Dominion T2 brakes, enabling him to perform at the limit across varied disciplines, courses, and demands.
“One bike. One brake. Two elite finishes in seven days,” noted the Torpado Kenda Factory Team. “We ride to win—and we rely on Hayes to get us there.”
From punchy climbs to high-speed descents and white-knuckle cornering zones, Dominion T2 gives elite athletes like Gioele De Cosmo the ability to brake late, brake light, and brake right—exactly when it matters most.

Performance That’s Measured at the Finish Line
Whether fighting for medals in XCO or hunting podiums in marathon, the Torpado Kenda Factory Team proves that elite braking is more than just power—it’s control, trust, and consistency. With Dominion T2, they’ve got all three.
Congratulations to Gioele De Cosmo on an incredible ride—and thank you for proving once again: at the sharp end of elite racing, Dominion delivers.