Just a few years ago it was unimaginable to think that the profile of eMTBers would be elevated to that of trendsetters… and I wouldn’t bet on many of our readers having subscribed to that chain of thought. But time has proven over and over again that courage, a pioneering spirit, and an openness towards new things pays dividends. For many of us, pedal-assist bikes become our biggest source of excitement and our recreational go-to. Now the new season is around the corner and it’s a perfect time, to present you the latest issue of the E-MOUNTAINBIKE Magazine.
12 high-end eMTBs head to head
Motor group test – which is best?
Buyer’s guide: 13 questions answered
Tesla & Haibike – two e-pioneers
Top hotels for the perfect e-bike holiday
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The bikes in this group test form the spearhead of eMTB development. They impress with terrific handling and come with all the bells and whistles – and unfortunately are sinfully expensive too. Anyone who spends that much money on a bicycle expects perfection. But are all of them perfect?
What’s currently the best eMTB motor? Is Bosch still considered the benchmark, or is it time to move on and look at other factors? What we know for sure is that the motor is the heart of any eMTB and has a decisive impact on riding dynamics and performance. However, there are still many myths and half-truths surrounding electric motors.
An eMTB is like a pair of shoes: if they don’t fit, you’ll be uncomfortable, you’ll develop blisters, and you won’t want to walk at all. It’s not only the frame size and the saddle that are important for the right fit, but also what you intend to use it for. You wouldn’t think of running through the woods in stilettos or crashing a gala party wearing mountaineering boots, would you? Before buying an eMTB, you should be able to answer the following thirteen questions.
You’re proud of your achievements, that expensive champagne you quaffed on your luxury holiday, your new SUV, and your decision to have invested early in bitcoins. But what happens if all of that loses relevance in the 21st century? Are we still enthralled by status symbols? In fine company with Tesla and Haibike, we headed to the Dolomites to find a definitive answer to these burning questions.
Canyon is considered one of the leading and most innovative bike brands in the world. Until now the German direct-sales brand steered clear of the eMTB market – as you can imagine the expectations were huge. But the time has finally come and the Germans have released their very first eMTB, the Spectral:ON.
At 122 years of age, Husqvarna is the oldest bicycle brand in Sweden, yet it’s best known for its chainsaws, lawnmowers, and motocross bikes. Orchestrating Husqvarna’s bicycle department is a team led by Susanne Puello who – as the director of the Winora Group – was responsible for Haibike’s huge success. Is the Puello family writing a new success story?
We tend to categorise eMTBs according to the type of motor and the amount of travel – and that’s a mistake. With the new SDURO FullSeven LT and the XDURO AllMtn, Haibike offers two very versatile bikes which come with the same motor and travel. We’ll explain the main differences and tell you which model suits which type of rider.
With most bikes in these globalised times being produced in the Far East, it took some searching before we arrived at a farmyard in the middle of nowhere to observe some genuine artisanal bike production in action. Take a look behind the scenes of NICOLAI.
As of right now, all the exciting articles can be downloaded from our interactive tablet or smartphone app, and they’ll make their way onto the website over the next few weeks. Have fun reading!
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