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Rockrider Expl 900 Review: This affordable bike from the outdoor brand is a good choice for kids who tend to prefer the larger bikes in the 9-12 age group. However, even for them, the suspension fork is too stiff. Affordable price. Solid components. Frame geometry better suited for taller riders. Rockrider Expl 900: Affordable hardtail with solid components. The French… read more
Product News: Want a little more power? YT has a hot new offering for you. The new YT DECOY X CORE series comes with an Avinox M2S drive system – delivering up to 1300 W of power and 150 Nm of torque. The series comprises four models – we'll take a look at the different equipment options. The YT DECOY X CORE series is here and unleashing… read more
Product News: Since its founding in 1919, Lazer has been one of the leading brands in the helmet segment. The company can thus look back on over a century of experience and passion – a wealth of know-how that has also been incorporated into the new Lazer Blade KinetiCore. This is a helmet for gravel and road riding with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette and… read more
Spectrum: Schwalbe is once again supporting the work of World Bicycle Relief with a special project. Three euros will be donated for every ticket sold as part of a raffle for a Dream Build Bike. But you'll have to be quick: Schwalbe's campaign for World Bicycle Relief only runs until May 31, 2026. Schwalbe, together with industry partners, has developed a… read more
Review: The Tiny Rock Master 24 already looks like a real adult mountain bike – but does it ride just as well? Our young test riders took a closer look at the full-suspension bike with 140 mm of travel front and rear from the USA – and can confirm that this children's enduro bike is fully bike park-ready. A long-travel full-suspension bike that performs well in bike parks… read more
Academy Trail 5 Test: The sporty brand offers a compelling hardtail that impresses with its off-road-ready features and child-friendly setup. However, it doesn't quite reach the top in terms of price and weight. High-quality components, long fork travel, true off-road capability. Academy Trail 5: Trail-ready MTB with child-friendly… read more
Summer is coming, and with it, the time for bike trips with the kids. Cycling-enthusiastic parents might even be planning a holiday at a bike park – and cycling to school is now possible again thanks to the weather. But what if the bike is already too small for the child? For children from about 125 cm tall, the next step is to a bike with 24-inch wheels… read more
Giveaway: With the Tenways CGO009, the manufacturer sharpens its profile in the urban e-bike segment. At its core is an approach that closely integrates classic city bike design, low-maintenance technology, and digital safety features. The Tenways CGO009 is less an e-bike for sporty ambitions and more a meticulously designed urban system bike. Its strengths… read more
Specialized Crux 5: The long-awaited new version of the super-lightweight gravel race bike is here. The Crux is now aerodynamically optimized and compatible with tires up to 55 mm wide. The fact that the completely redesigned frameset is a few grams heavier is a small price to pay, especially since Specialized has significantly reduced the prices of its mid-range models… read more
Test / E-MTB: The Focus Sam² 6.8 is polarizing. On paper, this e-enduro weighs in at a hefty 27,6 kilograms, forgoes a high-end carbon frame, and does without a traditional handlebar-mounted display. But anyone who dismisses the bike too quickly is missing out on one of the most powerful and robust e-mountain bikes currently available. With a… read more
Gazelle Avignon C380+ review: The Netherlands may be a paradise for cyclists – but you have to be on your toes to navigate the traffic there. While cycling in Germany is often associated with a certain attitude, in the Netherlands it's primarily a practical mode of transport that functions well thanks to suitable infrastructure… read more
Product News: MYVELO is kicking off the 2026 season with a fresh start and presenting its new products just in time for the beginning of summer. We're taking a closer look at the latest bikes from the Black Forest. This relatively young manufacturer from the Black Forest, founded by two friends with a passion for road cycling, offers a diverse range of bicycles. From e-mountain bikes for the mountains… read more
