First Ride / Test: A few weeks ago at the XC UCI World Cup in Nove Mesto, we introduced you to the new Shimano XTR M9100 groupset. Now, at the Eurobike Media Days in Serfaus, we had the opportunity to test the new 12-speed drivetrain and the accompanying 4-piston brakes. Finally, the time had come – we were able to test the new Shimano XTR M9100 groupset… read more
Product News: The topic of brakes on road bikes has become more relevant than ever since disc brakes became commonplace on the road. But it's not just disc brakes that are seeing significant developments; rim brakes are also evolving. With the new SRAM S-900 Direct Mount, the component manufacturer presents its latest rim brake model. The SRAM S-900 is the first… read more
Product News: With the SRAM Guide T, the US manufacturer introduces a new, affordable 4-piston brake. As the name suggests, it's based on the established Guide series. The caliper is even identical to the more expensive models; only the lever represents a slight compromise given the price. SRAM's Guide brake series is likely to be among the… read more
Review: Since I became hooked on downhill mountain biking, countless products have constantly changed, sometimes improving significantly, sometimes not so much. The SRAM Code, on the other hand, has been on the market for what feels like forever, unchanged for a long time, and still very popular. When I learned that the Code had now been fundamentally redesigned, my curiosity was piqued… read more
Market / E-Performance: After several rumors in recent weeks and months, Bosch finally revealed its plans today. The first Bosch e-bikes with ABS braking systems will be launched this year. Bosch was able to incorporate a great deal of expertise from the motorcycle sector and worked closely with the Swabian brake specialists at Magura. We had the opportunity to… read more
