There are moments that transform a simple stretch of road into a mythical place. On January 12, 2025, Francesco Galassi wrote a page in mountain bike history by tackling this curve with a trajectory bordering on the impossible.
After the crazy speed accumulated along the rapid Via Frati, the rider tackled the braking with absolute mastery, defying gravity and taming the trajectory with control worthy of the greatest in motorsport. Like a wave breaking on the cliff, his bike almost grazed the side wall, using it as a natural parabolic. A spectacular technical gesture, an action destined to become legend.
Since that day, this curve has borne his name: Curva Galassi, an eternal tribute to skill, courage and speed. Anyone who passes by here, know that they are pedaling on a track where audacity has left its mark.
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There are moments that turn an ordinary stretch of road into a legendary place. On January 12, 2025, Francesco Galassi made history in mountain biking by tackling this curve with an almost impossible trajectory.
After tearing down the fast Via Frati at breakneck speed, the rider executed a masterful braking maneuver, defying gravity and controlling his line with the precision of a motorsport champion. Like a wave crashing against the cliffs, his bike nearly kissed the sidewall, using it as a natural parabolic turn. A breathtaking display of skill, a move destined for legend.
From that day on, this curve bears his name: Galassi Curve, an eternal tribute to skill, courage, and speed. Whoever rides here should know they are on a track where bravery left its mark.