Spektrum: The accident figures recently published by the Federal Statistical Office are more than worrying for us cyclists. The analysis of road accidents in 2018 shows a significant increase in traffic fatalities. Compared to the previous year, the number increased by 16,8%. The ADFC (German Cyclists' Association) is not the only one rightly calling for improved road safety for cyclists... read more
Cycling: Where there are winners, there must be losers. Several pros also ended the 2018 cycling season with their heads bowed. The fans are disappointed, and the team bosses may be angry. We look back at the three biggest disappointments of the year – and unfortunately, a German is among them. 1) Marcel Kittel (Katusha-Alpecin) In sports, things can change so quickly... read more
Cycling: In cycling, heroes are born every year. 2018 was the season of newcomers. Many young professionals were able to attract attention at important races and, in some cases, usher in a new era. We look back on the season and report on the three biggest cycling newcomers of 2018. 1) Richard Carapaz (Movistar) When Team Movistar announced its lineup for the... read more
E-performance: At Bike Week Taichung (Taiwan), from September 26 to 28, BROSE presented its fifth e-bike drive. The Berlin-based company is operating in the city bike segment with the Drive C. The harmoniously designed BROSE Drive C e-bike drive is designed to offer balanced assistance across a wide cadence range. Designed specifically for outdoor cycling, the... read more
MTB cycling: At the finale of Germany's largest MTB Enduro series in Aschau im Chiemgau, Corinna Zohner and Fabian Heim secured their 2018 series victory. In a beautiful autumn setting, the two riders left nothing to chance, each setting the fastest times of the day to complete their Enduro One season triumph. After a mixed weather... read more
