No bicycle chain, no belt drive: Schaeffler’s „Free Drive“ e-drive system

A robust system designed to allow maximum flexibility in bicycle architecture with even less wear: With „Bike-by-Wire“, automotive supplier Schaeffler has developed an electric drive system that manages without any connection between pedals and wheel. The „Bike-by-Wire“ chainless drive system is a joint development by automotive supplier Schaeffler and two-wheel e-drive specialist Heinzmann GmbH & […]

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Touring sports bike with tradition: the Diamant 137 gravel commuter bike

Once a year, Diamant launches a special edition bike — and these are usually bikes with that certain something, which was already evident in the last models 136 and 135. The model number that gives the bike its name refers to the time since the Diamant bicycle factory was founded in 1885, so it is

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Evoc Commute A.I.R. Pro 18: An airbag backpack for cycling in the city

Evoc Sports, the world market leader for backpacks with back protectors, introduces the world’s first bicycle backpack with integrated airbag technology, which is intended to minimise the risk of injury to cyclists commuting in the future. The Commute A.I.R. Pro 18 backpack combines the protection of the innovative integrated airbag technology with the integrated LITESHIELD-PLUS

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Swapfiets Power 1: Entry-level e-bike on a cheap subscription basis

Swapfiets — provider of subscription bikes — has been active in Germany for some time. Right from the start, they offered city bikes, which are quite affordable with prices starting at 17 euros per month. Especially since the bikes can be rented without a minimum term, are delivered to customers free of charge and are

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Improved performance in half the size: the Blubrake ABS G2

Small, lightweight and adaptive: Blubrake ABS G2, the second-generation of the e-bike-specific anti-lock braking system by Blubrake that prevents front wheel lock and rear wheel lifting for a new braking experience that makes no shortcuts in terms of safety. One single ABS control unit, small and easy to install, combined to an artificial intelligence system able to adjust

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Coboc Circular Concept: more sustainability for e-bikes

On the occasion of the IAA Mobility 2021, Coboc presents its vision of a sustainable e-bike concept of tomorrow: The „Coboc Circular Concept“ is particularly convincing due to its inner values. With its circular concept, it sets new standards by allowing multiple use of the battery and the frame and by focusing on the durability

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Pedals with built-in LED lights: Redshift Arclight

You might know Redshift primarily from suspension components such as stems or seatposts. Now they are expanding their range with the new Arclight pedals, which are primarily aimed at urban riders: with integrated lighting on both sides, visibility — and thus safety — in road traffic is to be significantly increased. We already know something

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Urban Bike News from the 2021 Eurobike Show

It’s late summer and traditionally time for the Eurobike – the world’s leading trade fair for the bicycle industry in Friedrichshafen. After a year’s break due to Corona, the 2021 edition has been taking place since yesterday, but at the same time this Eurobike also means the end of the Friedrichshafen location. From 2022 onwards,

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Ortlieb Vario PS and Quick Rack Light lauded at Eurobike

Ortlieb was honored with two coveted Eurobike Award at the international bicycle fair. The Eurobike Award is considered among the highest praises of the bicycle industry, and specifically honors new products and technologies with a high level of innovation and design. The jury named Ortlieb as the gold winner in the accessories category for the

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Sushi Bikes: The cheap e-bike is getting better — at a slightly higher price

When Sushi Bikes was launched with prominent support and a lot of media hype, one thing counted above all: they managed to offer an e-bike for less than 1,000 euros. It is clear that at such a price, some sacrifices have to be made: the motor is rather weak at 200 watts, the battery is

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