Snapped chains, cracked frames, broken wheels, punctures and worn out tires. In the name of science, we’ve pushed the latest products (and sometimes ourselves) to the very limit – and often beyond. 16 full days of in-the-field testing, nightlong discussions, countless hours in the workshop and in front of the laptop – over 6,000 working hours have flowed in the testing process and the preparation of the award results!
Explore all the winners and all of our findings in our first-ever special issue. As usual, for free and interactive. 2017’s greatest gear in one place – there’s no better way to see what everybody will be talking about this year!
… and there’s more!
The Design & Innovation Award aims to go beyond purely providing meaningful and honest product recommendations: How much innovation do we actually need? Are E-MTBs really going to usurp conventional mountain bikes in the near future? (spoiler: yes, they are!).
This special issue isn’t here to merely spark some new perspectives, mix in some critical questions or give unique glimpses into the industry, but also highlight and analyze future trends.
About the Author
Aaron Steinke
Aaron was our first employee and actively helped make our company what it is today, significantly shaping the look and direction of our various magazines. Aaron has been pursuing his own projects since mid-2020 but he continues to advise and support us on issues of marketing and technology. For many years, you would usually have found Aaron at casual enduro races, but increasingly you'll find him riding his road bike – long live freedom on two wheels!
