Test / E-Bike: After years of dominance, a breath of fresh air is blowing through the e-bike market. New competitors are pushing into the spotlight with extremely powerful motors and innovative features, increasing the pace of development. However, the industry leader's response is swift: With the Performance Upgrade 2.0, Bosch is launching a massive upgrade package for existing models… read more
Test / E-MTB: At first glance, the Focus Jam² seems almost a bit too understated on paper. A solid aluminum frame, the proven Bosch CX motor, a choice of 600 or 800 watt-hours in the downtube, 29-inch wheels, and 160 mm of travel at the front paired with 150 mm at the rear – it sounds like a very down-to-earth e-MTB, perfect for cruising in front of the ice cream parlor… read more
Test / E-Bike: The young brand Deruiz makes a bold promise with the Mica Pro: German engineering, high-quality and low-maintenance components, and a service network like that of a specialist dealer – all at the price of a direct-to-consumer brand. This e-bike, described as an SUV, has a considerable overall weight, but counters this with… read more
Home visit / E-bike: The development of compact and lightweight e-bike motors has significantly changed the market in recent years. A key player in this segment is the Bavarian company TQ, which has been instrumental in shaping the trend of light e-MTBs, particularly with its HPR50 drive, and is further advancing this trend with the HPR60 and HPR40. We visited them in Inning am Ammersee… read more
Test / E-MTB: Propain has given its longest-serving e-mountain bike a massive update. The new Propain Ekano 3 AL says goodbye to the Shimano motor and now rolls onto the trails with the much-discussed Avinox drive system. The direct-to-consumer brand is launching the bike in two versions: as a versatile trail bike and as a true enduro for… read more
