Unpacking the wheels immediately brought back memories of his youth: After all, XC legend Julian Absalon celebrated some of his greatest successes on the distinctive red and black Fulcrum wheels. Accordingly, there was great anticipation to see how Fulcrum's latest development would perform in practical testing—a model that, with its more robust... read more
As the days get shorter and temperatures plummet, many cyclists head off the asphalt and into their living rooms. Zwift offers a whole world of virtual training – provided your bike is ready for a turbo trainer. This is precisely where the Zwift Ride Smart Bike comes in: It eliminates the need for additional modifications and delivers a complete package for the perfect... read more
Cervélo Caledonia-5 Red AXS review: With the Caledonia-5, Cervélo is fully focused on long-distance riding—especially when the terrain gets a bit bumpy. We were able to test the latest model near Girona with former pro rider Robert Gesink on a ride. Cervélo's previous Caledonia iterations were originally developed for classics like Paris–Roubaix... read more
Cervélo Aspero Rival AXS 1 review: Introduced last year, Cervélo now invited riders to a press camp near Girona to get a comprehensive impression of the fast gravel bike. The camp was set up in Banyoles at the foot of the legendary Rocacobra climb, from where they could explore the almost legendary gravel trails around Girona. read more
Test: The Rockshox SID has been part of Rockshox's portfolio since the 90s and has consistently been a benchmark for suspension components for XC and marathon bikes. With the 2024 model year, the SID has received another facelift, and we were able to test the fork extensively. With a component like the Rockshox SID suspension fork, you often wonder what you... read more
