Happiness. One word, one feeling. As unique as the people experiencing it. For some, it’s achieving a long-held dream or the fleeting moment of a brilliant victory. For others, it’s the purchase of a new bike or outfit. And yet others seek their happiness in ultimate performance. In life, there’s never an absolute right or wrong. Only perspectives and viewpoints. What remains are the consequences of our decisions. Especially marginal gains come at a cost. And sometimes those costs can be quite steep – both financially and in terms of safety. For this issue of GRAN FONDO, we’ve pulled out all ..read more

Canyon’s ultimate aero weapon – the Aeroad CFR – is getting a long-awaited update. Inspired by feedback from pro teams, Mathieu van der Poel himself, and the team mechanics, the new Aeroad is said to be faster, easier to maintain and more stable. But can one of the world’s best road bikes really get any better? Canyon Aeroad CFR | 9,999 € | 7.2 kg in size M | Manufacturer’s website The old Canyon Aeroad was already one of the fastest bikes in the peloton, and the latest version aims to build on that. The new Aeroad 2024 is not only faster and lighter but also officially “cobble proven,” in lin ..read more

In the mood for variety, cool conversations, awesome stickers and caps, as well as some sweet surprises? Then meet our 41 Publishing Team at two events this weekend! HEIZR Dusty Rides – Sunday, 21.7. We not only love bikes and outdoor adventures but also classic cars! That’s why we’ll be at the HEIZR Dusty Rides Festival on Sunday, 21.7., with our own rooftop tent/offroad camp featuring some cool surprises. Come by, meet our magazine founders Max and Robin Schmitt, Daddy Schmitt, office dog Henry, and part of the editorial team. We will be presenting some of our best magazine articles as well ..read more

Lighter, stiffer, and higher-end components. That’s what the new carbon variant of the GHOST ASKET gravel bike promises, building on the success of the aluminium model. But is there more to it than just a new frame material? We put the limited 30th anniversary edition of the GHOST ASKET CF to the test to find out. GHOST ASKET CF „30“ | 10.3 kg (size L) | € 6,000 | Manufacturer’s website The ASKET family is growing! Following the GHOST PATH ASKET Pro e-gravel bike with a FAZUA Ride 60 motor, and its aluminium, analogue counterpart, the € 2,199 GHOST ASKET Advanced, GHOST now present a carbon ve ..read more

Which is the best cargo bike, and how much should you budget? What should you look for, and which is the right model for you? You can find the answers in our cargo bike group test. We put the twelve hottest cargo bike concepts to the test in Paris, seeing the metropolis in a whole new light. On y va! An overview of the cargo bikes on test So you think cargo bikes are big, bulky, and unwieldy? Or reserved for helicopter parents and painfully hip millennials? Think again! Cargo bikes are all the rage, but many myths, prejudices, and misunderstandings persist. Note: not all cargo bikes are equal ..read more

What could be better than starting a day at Eurobike with French croissants and Italian coffee? Quite a few things! For example, meeting the who’s who of the bike industry in a casual setting. Sounds good? Sure, but it gets even better – at least for Sandra and Heiko from Riese & Müller, who also received the DOWNTOWN Magazine award for the best cargo bike of 2024. Oh yes, we also had the Mona Lisa at our stand – but we decided to keep that one for ourselves Enjoy the impressions – and if you’re at the Eurobike on the visitor days: come by! We are in Hall 12, Stand B03. It’s worth it, we ..read more

EUROBIKE is in full swing and we’re right at the heart of it! That’s reason enough to send you some nice greetings and impressions from our stand! For everyone on site: swing by and say hello, it’s worth it! You’ll find us in Hall 12.0 B03, right next to our friends from Rotwild and Gobao, opposite Cosmic Sports. Come by, have a chat with us and pick up a few goodies – we’ve got a surprise or two for you too! We came up with some ideas to give you sleepless nights and make sure that you’ll still think of us when you get home (but not in a weird way). Hey mister Postman! We offer our readers a ..read more

Judging by the name of the new Sigma Rox 12.1 EVO, you wouldn’t think a huge amount had changed from the previous 12.0 model, but open the box and you’ll find it’s a different story – the 12.1 EVO might as well be a whole new model. In addition to the updated design, its internal hardware has been greatly improved. It offers route planning, training functions and much more. But can it really keep up with the big players in the head unit business? SIGMA ROX 12.1 EVO I Tester Martin | Distance 512 km | Price € 379.95 Weight 112 g | Usage navigation, training, route-tracking Manufacturer’s websit ..read more

Hey there, Can you taste the difference? Are you a coffee connoisseur who could tell La Marzocco, Bialetti and Moccamaster apart, blindfolded? First things first: Meet us at Eurobike! This year we will have a large stand in Hall 12, number B03, with an exclusive exhibition and lounge. And of course we have some cool activities up our sleeves – which you can be a part of! For everyone in the industry: On Friday we will celebrate our cargo bike group test under the motto “Paris Paris” – croissants and coffee will be on us. You will need to pick up your invitation from our stand to celebrate wit ..read more

Der Beitrag The best cargo bike – 12 models head to head erschien zuerst auf GRAN FONDO Cycling Magazine ..read more