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Showroom: KTM X-Strada Master

A special guest in our photo studio: The new gravel bike from Mattighofen, made of carbon and designed for any kind of action - from adventure ...
2022-06-10T15:32:00+02:00
10.06.22 15:32
NoMan (translated by Carola Felchner)
A special guest in our photo studio: The new gravel bike from Mattighofen, made of carbon and designed for any kind of action - from adventure ...
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Tested: Conway RLC FS 7

Ever since the introduction of their WME, Conway has been on the rise: the bike featured smart concepts, pleasing shapes and impeccable technology. ...
2021-10-22T12:57:00+02:00
22.10.21 12:57
Luke Biketalker (translated by Carola Felchner)
Ever since the introduction of their WME, Conway has been on the rise: the bike featured smart concepts, pleasing shapes and impeccable technology. ...
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Merida Ninety-Six 8000

A lightweight, fast and precise ride that still offers sufficient capacities for rough trails? Merida's Ninety-Six 8000 is a flagship down-country ...
2021-09-13T07:24:00+02:00
13.09.21 07:24
Luke Biketalker (translated by Carola Felchner)
A lightweight, fast and precise ride that still offers sufficient capacities for rough trails? Merida's Ninety-Six 8000 is a flagship down-country ...
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Merida Big.Trail 600: Update with upgrades

Buy upgrades - don't ride up grades! We turned our long-term test bike Merida Big.Trail 600 into a mullet. Does it run even smoother now?
2021-09-06T14:22:00+02:00
06.09.21 14:22
gabriwa (translated by Carola Felchner)
Buy upgrades - don't ride up grades! We turned our long-term test bike Merida Big.Trail 600 into a mullet. Does it run even smoother now?
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Tested: Merida eSilex 400

Fun, affordable and silent. Merida's gravel bike with hub drive motor inspires our tester to the point of riding with the chemical brothers. ...
2021-07-08T06:39:00+02:00
08.07.21 06:39
Gabriel Waringer (translated by Carola Felchner)
Fun, affordable and silent. Merida's gravel bike with hub drive motor inspires our tester to the point of riding with the chemical brothers. ...
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Merida eONE-Sixty 9000 long-term test

After almost six months of riding on Merida's new e-flagship for trail fans it is time to take stock! Read on for the impressions we gained during ...
2021-05-13T21:27:00+02:00
13.05.21 21:27
MOtoman (translated by Carola Felchner)
After almost six months of riding on Merida's new e-flagship for trail fans it is time to take stock! Read on for the impressions we gained during ...
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Tested: Merida Big.Trail 2021

The sweetest thing since the invention of studded tyres: a fun aluminum frame, a decent suspension fork, solid wheels and that's it.
2021-03-08T05:22:00+01:00
08.03.21 05:22
Gabriel Waringer (translated by Carola Felchner)
The sweetest thing since the invention of studded tyres: a fun aluminum frame, a decent suspension fork, solid wheels and that's it.
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KTM Macina Lycan 271 Glorious

Agile companion with classic geometry for tours between alpine pastures, forests and winding terrain.
2021-03-02T14:21:00+01:00
02.03.21 14:21
Luke Biketalker (translated by Carola Felchner)
Agile companion with classic geometry for tours between alpine pastures, forests and winding terrain.
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KTM X-Strada 710

It looks flamboyant, is technically robust, solidly specced and versatile. KTM's aluminum gravel bike is something to rely on. Read on to learn ...
2021-01-28T15:25:00+01:00
28.01.21 15:25
NoMan (translated by Carola Felchner)
It looks flamboyant, is technically robust, solidly specced and versatile. KTM's aluminum gravel bike is something to rely on. Read on to learn ...
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Merida eONE-Sixty 9000 Showroom

Kick-off for the long-term test of Merida's most successful (e-)mountain bike with Shimano's brand new EP8 motor and the long-range 630 Wh battery.
2020-11-30T07:01:00+01:00
30.11.20 07:01
Michael Oftner, Luke Biketalker (translated by Carola Felchner)
Kick-off for the long-term test of Merida's most successful (e-)mountain bike with Shimano's brand new EP8 motor and the long-range 630 Wh battery.
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Simplon Inissio Gravel 2020

By adding "Gravel" to their brand new bike's name, Simplon points out what they were focused on when developing the Inissio. Nevertheless, it's ...
2020-11-26T23:45:00+01:00
26.11.20 23:45
Reinhard Hörmann (translated by Carola Felchner)
By adding "Gravel" to their brand new bike's name, Simplon points out what they were focused on when developing the Inissio. Nevertheless, it's ...
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KTM Revelator Alto Elite 2021

KTM's Revelator Alto road bike family is made to lift you up. But how high can you get on a bread-and-butter bike? And what other features does ...
2020-09-24T06:35:00+02:00
24.09.20 06:35
NoMan (translated by Carola Felchner)
KTM's Revelator Alto road bike family is made to lift you up. But how high can you get on a bread-and-butter bike? And what other features does ...
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Test: Conway WME 627 & WME 729

One specced with 27.5" wheels, the other with 29" WME 627 and WME 729 are basically the same kind of Enduro bike. In this double test we try ...
2020-08-31T07:30:00+02:00
31.08.20 07:30
Ralf Hauser (Translated by: Carola Felchner)
One specced with 27.5" wheels, the other with 29" WME 627 and WME 729 are basically the same kind of Enduro bike. In this double test we try ...
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KTM Bicycle Innovations 2021

With numerous new and revised models as well as an unusual courage for color, the Austrians are bringing a breath of fresh air into our MTB, ...
2020-08-11T00:14:00+02:00
11.08.20 00:14
NoPain
With numerous new and revised models as well as an unusual courage for color, the Austrians are bringing a breath of fresh air into our MTB, ...
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Merida Matts J+ in 20" and 24"

Wide tires, rigid fork, disc brakes and bright colors: Merida's new Matts J+ mountain bikes for children are a real blast. Plus: Buyer's guide ...
2020-07-07T13:47:00+02:00
07.07.20 13:47
NoPain/Luke Biketalker (Translated by: Carola Felchner)
Wide tires, rigid fork, disc brakes and bright colors: Merida's new Matts J+ mountain bikes for children are a real blast. Plus: Buyer's guide ...
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Scott Addict RC Pro Showroom 2020

Frame Set & Complete Bike: All data, weights, and prices of the great new edition of the lightweight classic from Switzerland. Plus: Tips and ...
2020-04-06T00:04:00+02:00
06.04.20 00:04
NoPain, NoFlash
Frame Set & Complete Bike: All data, weights, and prices of the great new edition of the lightweight classic from Switzerland. Plus: Tips and ...
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Power Meter Systems Compared

Crank, Spider, Hub, or Pedal - the selection of power meters has now become quite substantial. Here you will find an overview of all systems ...
2020-02-17T09:22:00+01:00
17.02.20 09:22
Luke Biketalker
Crank, Spider, Hub, or Pedal - the selection of power meters has now become quite substantial. Here you will find an overview of all systems ...
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KTM Scarp MT Prestige

A race fully with entertaining downhill capabilities included? The Scarp MT and its 120 mm of travel up front with 115 mm in the rear can gap ...
2019-12-19T09:57:00+01:00
19.12.19 09:57
Luke Biketalker (translated by Carola Felchner)
A race fully with entertaining downhill capabilities included? The Scarp MT and its 120 mm of travel up front with 115 mm in the rear can gap ...
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Conway GRV 1200 Carbon

Somewhere between granfondo and gravel, the comfortable Conway GRV 1200 Carbon is searching for its way in numerous conditions. We put its versatility ...
2019-07-26T10:41:00+02:00
26.07.19 10:41
Luke Biketalker (translated by Carola Felchner)
Somewhere between granfondo and gravel, the comfortable Conway GRV 1200 Carbon is searching for its way in numerous conditions. We put its versatility ...
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Simplon Razorblade 29 III

In Voralberg, they do know how to build fast XC-race bikes. Off to the start line with the new Simplon Razorblade.
2019-04-29T23:42:00+02:00
29.04.19 23:42
Luke Biketalker
In Voralberg, they do know how to build fast XC-race bikes. Off to the start line with the new Simplon Razorblade.
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KTM Revelator Alto Master 22 2019

Not even really a part of dealers' catalogs, we've already taken the climbing-capable allrounder from Austria to the roads.
2019-04-26T21:45:00+02:00
26.04.19 21:45
Luke Biketalker
Not even really a part of dealers' catalogs, we've already taken the climbing-capable allrounder from Austria to the roads.
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Simplon Pride Disc 2018

The Pride is back - and doesn't share much from the popular predecessor, apart from its model name, lettering and the existence of two wheels.
2018-09-28T22:11:00+02:00
28.09.18 22:11
Reinhard Hörmann; Luke Biketalker
The Pride is back - and doesn't share much from the popular predecessor, apart from its model name, lettering and the existence of two wheels.
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First Ride: KTM Prowler Sonic 12 MY2019

Built for adventures, the Prowler is embarking on its first ride.
2018-09-25T19:29:00+02:00
25.09.18 19:29
Ralf Hauser
Built for adventures, the Prowler is embarking on its first ride.
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KTM Scarp Sonic 12 2018

Lightweight, fast, stiff - is KTM's bullet of a bike, the Scarp Sonic 12, able to impress a hobby biker, who's far from showing any signs of ...
2018-05-24T22:29:00+02:00
24.05.18 22:29
Tom Leitner-Weiss
Lightweight, fast, stiff - is KTM's bullet of a bike, the Scarp Sonic 12, able to impress a hobby biker, who's far from showing any signs of ...
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KTM Myroon 29 Prestige 12s XX1

Understatement is not part of of the bright orange KTM Myroon's vocabulary, featuring a golden Eagle drivetrain and bold carbon fiber RS-1 suspension ...
2017-09-06T11:45:00+02:00
06.09.17 11:45
Lukas Salzer
Understatement is not part of of the bright orange KTM Myroon's vocabulary, featuring a golden Eagle drivetrain and bold carbon fiber RS-1 suspension ...
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KTM Macina Lycan 271 8s EX1

Smartly equipped trail bike with incline-swallowing electrified add-on. KTM's Macina Lycan 271 with Bosch Performance CX motor is being put through ...
2017-05-12T11:59:00+02:00
12.05.17 11:59
Erwin Haiden
Smartly equipped trail bike with incline-swallowing electrified add-on. KTM's Macina Lycan 271 with Bosch Performance CX motor is being put through ...
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A visit to power2max

In the past few years, power2max has become one of the most successful manufacturers of bicycle power meters on the international market. A factory ...
2016-11-20T11:49:00+01:00
20.11.16 11:49
Reini Hörmann (Factory), NoPain (NG)
In the past few years, power2max has become one of the most successful manufacturers of bicycle power meters on the international market. A factory ...
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KTM Revelator Prime Di2

The Austrian racing machine put through its paces. How does the well-equipped KTM Revelator Prime Di2 perform on open roads?
2016-10-17T22:53:00+02:00
17.10.16 22:53
Luke Biketalker
The Austrian racing machine put through its paces. How does the well-equipped KTM Revelator Prime Di2 perform on open roads?
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Cannondale Slate Force CX1

Long-term test of the revolutionary new road weapon, a hybrid of a road racing bike, hardtail and crosser, with fat 650b tyres and a Lefty suspension ...
2016-09-26T12:36:00+02:00
26.09.16 12:36
NoPain
Long-term test of the revolutionary new road weapon, a hybrid of a road racing bike, hardtail and crosser, with fat 650b tyres and a Lefty suspension ...
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Garmin Edge 820 in Review

The new Garmin Edge 820 is a transformer between worlds. Cut from the same cloth as last year's Edge 520, the inside hides the capabilities of ...
2016-09-09T17:42:00+02:00
09.09.16 17:42
Armin Reautschnig
The new Garmin Edge 820 is a transformer between worlds. Cut from the same cloth as last year's Edge 520, the inside hides the capabilities of ...
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KTM Scarp 29 Prestige

In 2016, the Upper Austrians have almost completely redesigned their fully line-up. A bold plan that was perfectly executed and made evident ...
2016-07-09T09:49:00+02:00
09.07.16 09:49
NoMan
In 2016, the Upper Austrians have almost completely redesigned their fully line-up. A bold plan that was perfectly executed and made evident ...
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Simplon 2016

An Austrian traditional company in an optimistic mood. A factory visit to Simplon one year after the entry of new partners, strategists and bosses.
2016-06-05T21:11:00+02:00
05.06.16 21:11
Reini Hörmann
An Austrian traditional company in an optimistic mood. A factory visit to Simplon one year after the entry of new partners, strategists and bosses.
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Vittoria Corsa Graphene 25c Clincher

Long-term review of the evolved world's best performance tire, with four compounds for best speed, grip, durability and puncture protection.
2016-04-26T14:14:00+02:00
26.04.16 14:14
Josh Hayes
Long-term review of the evolved world's best performance tire, with four compounds for best speed, grip, durability and puncture protection.
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Sidi Dragon 4 MTB shoes

Slap them shoes on and go get radical: a long-term test of Sidi's mid-range Dragon 4 SRS Carbon Composite Vernice MTB shoes.
2016-04-11T08:15:00+02:00
11.04.16 08:15
Joshua Hayes
Slap them shoes on and go get radical: a long-term test of Sidi's mid-range Dragon 4 SRS Carbon Composite Vernice MTB shoes.
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Pasculli Altissimo Ltd

Stiffness before weight: Bike build of a made-to-measure Altissimo with Shimano, Fizik, Power2Max, Fabric, Praxis Works, TRP parts and Mavic ...
2016-01-21T18:20:00+01:00
21.01.16 18:20
NoPain
Stiffness before weight: Bike build of a made-to-measure Altissimo with Shimano, Fizik, Power2Max, Fabric, Praxis Works, TRP parts and Mavic ...
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Garmin Edge 520

With the Edge 520, Garmin has achieved a great success. The long-awaited successor to the 500 series is the Swiss Army knife among GPS bike computers ...
2015-12-15T11:41:00+01:00
15.12.15 11:41
Erwin Haiden
With the Edge 520, Garmin has achieved a great success. The long-awaited successor to the 500 series is the Swiss Army knife among GPS bike computers ...
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Bontrager Aeolus 3 TLR D3 Clincher

The 35 mm rims with D3 shaping keep the weight down and aero benefits up. But is the climber's choice also an all-around choice?
2015-10-04T22:28:00+02:00
04.10.15 22:28
Josh Hayes
The 35 mm rims with D3 shaping keep the weight down and aero benefits up. But is the climber's choice also an all-around choice?
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Vision Metron 55 Clinchers

Long-term review of Vision's ultrafast aero wheels, which have been developed through extensive CFD analysis and wind tunned testing.
2015-08-10T15:27:00+02:00
10.08.15 15:27
Josh Hayes
Long-term review of Vision's ultrafast aero wheels, which have been developed through extensive CFD analysis and wind tunned testing.
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Vittoria Open Corsa SC II 25c Tire

Long-term review of Vittoria's Clincher version of the world's best-known tubular, with hand-made ‘open tubular' construction.
2015-08-10T15:27:00+02:00
10.08.15 15:27
Josh Hayes
Long-term review of Vittoria's Clincher version of the world's best-known tubular, with hand-made ‘open tubular' construction.
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TT/Triathlon Helmets 2015

Modern Aero Helmets for TT & Tri: Scott Split, Rudy Project Wing57, S-Works McLaren TT 4, Poc Cerebel Raceday
2015-07-16T23:52:00+02:00
16.07.15 23:52
NoPain
Modern Aero Helmets for TT & Tri: Scott Split, Rudy Project Wing57, S-Works McLaren TT 4, Poc Cerebel Raceday
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Oakley Jawbreaker

Review of Oakley's newest addition to their patented Switchlock Technology sunglasses. With easy to change lenses and temples that adjust to ...
2015-07-15T22:02:00+02:00
15.07.15 22:02
NoPain
Review of Oakley's newest addition to their patented Switchlock Technology sunglasses. With easy to change lenses and temples that adjust to ...
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Castelli Servizio Corse

A visit to an expert for cycling and triathlon clothing in Fonzaso/Italy. We took a peek behind the scenes of the company and followed the production ...
2015-05-18T08:50:00+02:00
18.05.15 08:50
NoPain
A visit to an expert for cycling and triathlon clothing in Fonzaso/Italy. We took a peek behind the scenes of the company and followed the production ...
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Sidi Wire Carbon Vernice

Italian style: a long-term test of SIDI's high-end cycling shoes.
2015-05-15T13:52:00+02:00
15.05.15 13:52
Joshua Hayes
Italian style: a long-term test of SIDI's high-end cycling shoes.
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Klein Adroit Gator

Dear bicycle enthusiasts! We would like to take you on a journey through time, back to the beginnings of mountain biking in Europe... and to ...
2015-04-30T15:21:00+02:00
30.04.15 15:21
espresso
Dear bicycle enthusiasts! We would like to take you on a journey through time, back to the beginnings of mountain biking in Europe... and to ...
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A Tour of ROSE

The German bike giant relies not only on state-of-the-art dispatch logistics, but also on the following three pillars: Individuality, Price/Performance ...
2015-04-10T07:00:00+02:00
10.04.15 07:00
NoPain
The German bike giant relies not only on state-of-the-art dispatch logistics, but also on the following three pillars: Individuality, Price/Performance ...
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Interview: Tom Ritchey about Steel

Until about 30 years ago, steel used to be the standard material for bicycles. As time went by, steel was replaced by aluminum and carbon. Now ...
2015-03-28T22:55:00+01:00
28.03.15 22:55
Dirk Belling, NoPain
Until about 30 years ago, steel used to be the standard material for bicycles. As time went by, steel was replaced by aluminum and carbon. Now ...
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Lupine Piko 4 and Rotlicht

The Piko 4 is an industrial statement: a shot-peened, milled, perfectionist minimalistic dream made out of anodized aluminum. With the Rotlicht, ...
2015-03-19T11:40:00+01:00
19.03.15 11:40
Erwin Haiden
The Piko 4 is an industrial statement: a shot-peened, milled, perfectionist minimalistic dream made out of anodized aluminum. With the Rotlicht, ...
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Adidas Evil Eye Evo

Adidas' successful Evil Eye series began in the year 2000. Now the saga continues - with full rim shades for use on rough off-road tracks.
2015-03-09T08:31:00+01:00
09.03.15 08:31
NoMan
Adidas' successful Evil Eye series began in the year 2000. Now the saga continues - with full rim shades for use on rough off-road tracks.
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Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Dura-Ace Di2 Disc

The Future is now: long-term test of the gran fondo road bike with Shimano's RS785 hydraulic disc brakes, Enve Smart 3.4 disc wheels and the ...
2015-03-03T21:47:00+01:00
03.03.15 21:47
NoPain
The Future is now: long-term test of the gran fondo road bike with Shimano's RS785 hydraulic disc brakes, Enve Smart 3.4 disc wheels and the ...
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Ridley X-Night 10

Belgian Style and colours face Austrian testing and races. A combination which in the end, even led to a regional championship in Cyclocross. ...
2015-02-26T22:22:00+01:00
26.02.15 22:22
Stefan Herr, Luke Biketalker, NoMan (translated by NoNene, proofread by Josh Hayes)
Belgian Style and colours face Austrian testing and races. A combination which in the end, even led to a regional championship in Cyclocross. ...
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#Workshop Scott Plasma 5

Photo Series: Custom built Scott Plasma 5 in words and pictures. With integrated direct-mount brakes, Profile TT aerobar, Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, ...
2015-02-15T21:00:00+01:00
15.02.15 21:00
NoPain (proofread by Josh Hayes)
Photo Series: Custom built Scott Plasma 5 in words and pictures. With integrated direct-mount brakes, Profile TT aerobar, Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, ...
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