Market: The 2018 cycling season is already on the rise and the first innovations are not long in coming. We are already eagerly awaiting the new tests for 2018, but we still want to look back with you at our highlights from the past year. In our Editors' Choice series, our testers and editors will each present the three products that particularly stuck in their minds. Today we have part 2 for you.
Editors Choice: Flo Drexel
For me there were a lot of great bikes and products last year. I particularly liked the BH Lynx 5, because the aluminum frame is equipped with components that you rarely see and is also nice and playful on the trails. I also think the Topeak Joe Blow Twin Turbo is a really successful floor pump, because its innovative two-chamber system means that both high pressure and a lot of volume are no longer a problem. There is also a small preview of 2018 with the new KTM Macina Kapoho 2018, which not only scores with a successful battery integration, but also causes a stir with a mix of wheels.
Bra Lynx 5
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My highlights this year were the Stans Notubes Flow MK3. A light and stable wheelset that lives up to Stan's excellent reputation and should be a worthwhile update for many enduro and all-mountain bikes. But also the Conway GVR 1200C, which as an all-rounder that can play out its genes on any terrain and makes you want more in every situation, was able to convince me. Last but not least I don't want to forget the 45NRTH Japanther winter shoe, because I just love warm feet in winter.
Stan's Notubes Flow MK3
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As an old XC racer, it's always exciting for me to test the latest MTB products as well as racing bikes. One of my favorites this year was the Drössiger HTA Pinion 1, which really puts you in a good mood on the trail descent and also offers a virtually maintenance-free drive. The Marin Pine Mountain 2 shouldn't be missing from my list either, as the modern classic with its harmonious equipment, great looks and outstanding driving characteristics shows that steel frames are by no means old-fashioned! When it comes to e-bikes, I have found my favorite in the Tern Vectron P9. Small pack size and great functionality. The light Tern is perfectly suited for the travel combination by train or bus – but also for a Sunday trip with the family.
Drössiger HTA Pinion 1
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