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Factory Tour: Askoll Ultra – Alex builds a 1200w motor by himself
Ascoli, Northern Italy—In a blend of precision engineering and Italian craftsmanship, Askoll reveals how they interpret a cutting-edge e-bike motor. From raw components it will overall take only 10 minutes to build. Join Alex Boyce on his behind the scenes factory tour, where torque, tech, and tradition converge… Head with him on the trails to find out what this motor is able to do in an e-bike and how software affects your riding experience.
Review: NEW Formula Selva V Fork
The new Formula Selva V – proven performance with smart updates. Torsional stiffness, friction reduction, updated geometry, and more. The new Formula Selva V aims to strike a balance between sensitivity, control, and long-term reliability. Curious what’s changed, what hasn’t, and how’s the ride feel? Read our test here.
Formnext 2024 Frankfurt – New manufacturing methods for bikes and components
At the Formnext trade fair in Frankfurt, the focus was on the latest technologies in the field of additive manufacturing methods. What most people colloquially refer to as "3D printing" is, upon closer inspection, much more complex and multi-layered (pun intended). Take a bit of time and dive into an overview of both old and new manufacturing methods, and how the combination of both will influence our beloved bicycles.
Test – e*thirteen Sidekick Flux Enduro
The new e*thirteen Sidekick hub was put to the test! Is it revolutionary? What does the new innovation from e*thirteen has to offer? Is the Sidekick hub something for your ride? Is it compatible with your riding style? Find out all the details about the hub and the e*thirteen Sidekick Flux Enduro wheel set in our review and first ride experience report.