Out Now! E-MOUNTAINBIKE Issue #018 – The Summer is now!

We’re in the midst of summer and getting a royal sweat on, not just because of the sun’s rays. Our computers have been constantly whirring away as of late and we must have travelled halfway around the world to scope out and test ride the latest bikes. But as here probably isn’t the best place for us to reveal just how tiresome such a jet-set lifestyle with fine food and sublime trails in great locations can be, we’ll begin with an overview of the articles inside this issue:

Highlights

Tire test – all the important models on test
Merida eONE-SXTY vs. eONE-FORTY
Life-changing? Porsche eBike X+
E-MOUNTAINBIKE City Escape in Vienna
BULLS Sonic: exclusive review

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All the bikes in this issue

What to expect in this issue

Schwalbe, MAXXIS, Continental, Michelin, WTB, Kenda… The range of eMTB tires on offer is huge and sometimes confusing. We tested more than 50 tires and although we couldn’t agree on a clear favourite, we can tell you how to find the perfect tire to suit you and your bike.

The MERIDA eONE-FORTY and eONE-SIXTY don’t only look similar, they were also designed by the same team. But despite this, their characters and handling are fundamentally different. So, which one should you choose?

Are you the competitive type? Are success, status and prestige important to you regardless of whether it’s work or play? And are you ready to fight for it? Then we’ve got some disappointing news for you: some fights can’t be won. But you don’t always have to always win anyway…

“Why do you ride an eMTB?” It’s a simple question, but one with an infinite number of answers. For many, eMTBs are simply about having fun, but for some, they represent the power to change lives. When we asked you, our readers, we were inspired and amazed by the unique stories you shared with us.

The German brand BULLS have just launched their brand new Sonic range for 2020. The bikes are all fitted with the new Bosch Performance CX 2020 motor, though that is just one of their many highlights. We had the exclusive opportunity to test the BULLS Sonic EVO AM 6 Carbon and spoke with the Cologne-based brand about their new superweapon.

The E-MOUNTAINBIKE City Escape Vienna is part of our City Escape series of international guides created in collaboration with Haibike. The aim is to inspire a new generation of riders to embark on a different sort of lifestyle – one with new perspectives and full of possibilities. The City Escapes throw back the curtain on exciting ways to experience cities across the globe, whether you’re a tourist or a long-time resident.

This was the first time the three of us had ridden together. My father, my son and me. With more than seventy years separating the three generations, could eMTBs help bridge the gap?

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Highlights

All the bikes in this issue

What to expect in this issue

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