Lightweight and affordable with sporty ambitions: Raymon Soreno Ultimate
Canyon Deflectr: Koblenz-based mail-order company presents first MTB helmet
Race gravel bike at a top price: Bulls Machete RX 1
Mahle M40 drive system under test: A declaration of war against Bosch and Co.!
Everyday racing bike with a modernized frame: Bull's Daily Grinder 3
Product news: Equipped with a Bosch SX motor and technical updates, Moustache presents the latest generation of the Dimanche Gravel. This e-gravel bike is aimed at a sporty target group who are at home on both gravel and asphalt. This is reflected not only in the new variants and fresh colors, but also in the overall weight, which is sometimes well under 20 kg. With the new… read more
Review / NG Sports Clovee: A lock-on grip for under €15? The NG Sports Clovee makes it possible and positions itself as one of the most affordable screw-on grips on the market. It surprises with remarkably solid workmanship for this price range and a very low weight. But what's the catch? Our review clarifies what you get for your money and where the… read more
Raymon Soreno Ultimate review: The Schweinfurt-based brand is launching an offensive with a competitively priced carbon gravel bike – very well-equipped and lightweight, yet sportily tuned except for the rather compact riding position. The rest of the model range is also worth considering. Behind the R Raymon brand are two well-known figures in the cycling industry: Susanne Puello (more than 20 years of experience in the field)... read more
Product news: The Koblenz-based direct-to-consumer brand Canyon is expanding its portfolio and introducing the Deflectr, its first dedicated mountain bike helmet primarily aimed at trail riders. Instead of relying on licensed products for rotational protection, Canyon presents its own proprietary RLS technology, which immediately caused a stir at the Virginia race… read more
Review: At first glance, the Race Face Chester looks like a solid, standard grip – unassuming, pragmatic, almost a bit run-of-the-mill. But beneath its simple surface lies a surprisingly well-thought-out ergonomic concept that made it one of our favorites in the test. A grip that proves the best ideas aren't always the loudest… read more
Product News: With a jointly developed shoe-pedal system, Q36.5 and SRM aim to noticeably improve power transfer on the bike, riding comfort, and control. At the heart of the Q36.5 X SRM shoe-pedal system is a concept that offers a significantly reduced stack height and an increased contact area between shoe and pedal. Q36.5 was founded in 2013… read more
Review: The Renthal Traction Lock-on isn't a grip for the masses. It's thin, uncompromisingly direct, and packed with clever technology straight from racing. With its unique ribbed design, it promises ultimate grip in every riding situation. We tested whether this high-end grip is worth the money and for whom it's really suitable… read more
At Swift Industries, you can immediately feel the passion for cycling: The Seattle-based brand was founded in 2008 by two founders who were passionate about both bicycles and sewing machines, with the clear goal of designing high-quality, durable bicycle bags that combine a spirit of adventure, everyday life, and sustainability. And sustainability isn't just a buzzword: The bags… read more
Test of the Bulls Machete RX 1: The new carbon race bike impresses with its sporty frame geometry and forward-looking details such as the UDH rear triangle. Its close resemblance to a road bike makes it versatile and also appealing to road cyclists, for whom Bulls even offers a dedicated road model. The RX 1 also stands out from the rest of the range in terms of price. After Bulls launched its first Machete RX 1 in 2015… read more
Product news: The new Sigma RECO radar rear lights combine state-of-the-art radar technology with intelligent lighting functions and networked communication. When used with a radar-compatible GPS bike computer, these innovative rear lights become a digital rearview mirror. With the new, connected RECO radar rear lights, Sigma introduces a technology… read more
Test / E-bike drive: With the M40, automotive supplier Mahle is breaking new ground and presenting its first full-power mid-drive motor. The key specifications of the Mahle M40 read like a wish list for many e-bikers: 105 Newton meters of torque, up to 850 watts of peak power, and all this with a motor weight of just 2,5 kilograms. We had the opportunity to test the system extensively… read more
Bulls Daily Grinder 3: Bulls transforms the gravel bike into a randonneur. The new all-round model features modern frame details and solid components, and its price is competitively calculated. The Daily Grinder 3 is complemented by two more affordable versions. Following in the tradition of the everyday and touring road bike – the "randonneur" – the Cologne-based brand sees its 2026 lineup… read more
