Product News: It was only a matter of time before Orbea extended its successful "Rider Synergy" (RS) concept to the more powerful suspension travel classes. With the new Rallon RS, the Spanish company is now introducing a bike that not only blurs the lines between classic enduro and light e-MTB, but completely redefines them. At its heart is not only the compact TQ… read more
Test / Clothing: The transitional seasons and winter present cyclists with particular challenges. Wetness, cold, and mud demand equipment that not only looks good but, above all, performs well. With the fizik Terra Artica GTX, the Italian manufacturer fizik is launching an off-road shoe that, thanks to its GORE-TEX membrane and fleece lining, is ideal for gravel bikers and… read more
Product News / E-MTB: The past few months have been a real test of patience for owners of a Canyon Spectral:ON or Torque:ON. After the imposed "stop-ride" order and the large-scale replacement of the faulty batteries, things calmed down at the end of the year. However, further processes were still underway at Canyon, and the Spectral:ON and Torque:ON are finally available again… read more
Test / E-MTB: The Canyon Spectral:ON has had an eventful 12 months. After an abrupt "Stop Ride" in November 2024 and a logistically complex battery replacement, the Koblenz bestseller is now back. With a new battery, extremely attractive prices, and the question: Can a bike whose basic design dates back to 2022 still compete in the Champions League in 2026… read more
Test / E-MTB: With the new Rose Slab Plus, the Bocholt-based company makes an impressive comeback in the full-power e-MTB segment and raises an intriguing question: How much e-MTB can you actually get for under €5.000 in 2026? The answer is a 170mm travel speed machine with a full carbon frame, the latest Bosch Performance Line CX drive system, and… read more
