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- Rapha revises the 2026 Brevet collection as a modular system for ultra-distance and multi-day rides with jersey, bib shorts and waistcoat.  
- Brevet Cargo Bib Shorts III and Jersey feature four cargo pockets, five-pocket system with air pockets, mesh ventilation and flexible, reflective stripes.  
- Athletes such as Jana Kesenheimer, Victor Bosoni and Lael Wilcox test the collection at TCR and Around-the-World trials; on sale since 19 May 2026.

Plenty of storage space: The Rapha Brevet 2026 collection with five bags for ultra-long distances

- Ekoi S-Aero: High-speed road bike goggles with XXL Zeiss lens, integrated spoilers and five tints for strong sunlight.
- Large lens (5.5 x 20 cm) offers excellent wind protection and good contrast, weight of 38 g slightly above average.
- Plus: protection, design, length-adjustable temples; Minus: tight fit, less flexible nose pad, pressure points on wide nose bridge.

Ekoi S-Aero test: glasses with spoilers

- The decisive factor when buying a pump is a tight, easy-to-operate pump head as a reliable interface between the pump and the tyre.  
- There are double-head, screw, automatic and high-end plug-in systems, each with specific advantages and disadvantages for handling and use.  
- Important when buying: replaceable sealing sleeves, easy-to-operate lever, robust choice of material; pump heads can often be retrofitted as an upgrade.

Pump head - types, strengths & weaknesses: Probably the most important detail of the bicycle pump

- Frameless design with large polycarbonate lens, high field of vision, water-repellent and anti-fog coating, UV protection in accordance with EN ISO 12312-1.
- 35 g lightweight goggles with TR90 frame, adjustable nose pad, rubberised temples and Revo main lenses plus clear replacement lens for different light conditions.  
- Price: 80 euros with extensive accessories; good price-performance ratio, but possible helmet collision and fit problems with small, narrow heads.

Large field of vision, strong accessory package: the Endura Singletrack Frameless in the test

- According to tests, S-Works Evade 4 offers 2.4 % better ventilation with aerodynamics at the same level as its predecessor, price 329 euros.  
- Larger openings, 4D cooling channels and Mips Air Node Pro aim to improve cooling and sweat management.  
- New shape, BOA Fit System and Tri-Fix 5 strap to optimise fit; for use from road to gravel and XC racing.

Aero helmet not just for pros: the new Specialized S-Works Evade 4

- Scott Sierra MIPS is a versatile helmet for road, gravel and cross-country with a removable visor and a sporty, compact design.  
- Safety features include the MIPS system, EN 1078 certification, Halo 270 adjustment system and customisable padding.  
- In the test, it impressed with its comfort, stable fit and ventilation, but offers less coverage than trail helmets and is heavier than pure road helmets.

Scott helmet test: The Sierra MIPS - an all-rounder?

Clothing

- The author (1.60 m) tested 155 mm cranks and found the bike to be better suited to her leg length for the first time; seat problems have not yet been conclusively resolved.
- Shorter cranks reduce the maximum torque, but open up the hip angle, improve stability in the saddle and reduce problems such as toe overlap.
- Bikefittings confirmed 155 mm as the ideal length; short cranks are considered particularly favourable for shorter people and are spreading from time trial to road cycling.

Short cranks are better: 155 mm cranks - First impression on a gravel bike

- Nabico personalises handlebar straps from 20 sets for clubs, teams and event organisers, including single-colour logos, motifs or short slogans.  
- There are five models to choose from, including Bio Galibier (2.5 mm, sporty) and Roubaix Double (4.5 mm, high damping for long tours).  
- Order by e-mail, graphics as ai/pdf/jpg, 30 % deposit, remainder on dispatch, delivery time at least three weeks.

Customised handlebar look: Nabico handlebar tape with your own slogans and pictures

- New SQlab 612R Ergowave 2.0 Carbon: Road bike saddle from 125 g, 4 widths (12-15 cm), carbon stays 7x9 mm, price €349.99, available from June
- Stepped saddle with a short, sporty design and pronounced dip for an aerodynamic, performance-orientated riding position, not focused on comfort
- Flex-Wing technology combines longitudinal stiffness with lateral flexibility, relieves the perineal area by up to 60 % according to the manufacturer and is adapted to widths

SQlab 612R Ergowave 2.0 Carbon: 125 gram lightweight road bike saddle

Components

- Amazfit Bip Max for 99.90 euros: 2.07" AMOLED (3000 nits), aluminium frame, 150 sports modes, 4 GB memory, Zepp OS 5.0
- Zepp Coach, training library and compatibility with Runna/TrainingPeaks; BioCharge, sleep and stress measurement, health reports
- 550 mAh battery with up to 20 days running time, circular polarised GPS, offline maps and turn-by-turn navigation for training without a smartphone

Smartwatch for under 100 euros: Amazfit Bip Max - fitness motivation on the wrist

- New LiveSync function connects Komoot app and Wahoo ELEMNT bike computer with real-time sync of routes in seconds.
- Route changes during the ride appear immediately on the Wahoo device without interrupting ongoing navigation.
- Ultra cyclist Lael Wilcox uses LiveSync for her attempt to cycle around the world in under 78 days.

Adapt routes while riding: Komoot Live Sync for Wahoo ELEMNT bike computers

- TURNTEC T2 is a universal, USB-C-chargeable handlebar end indicator system for bicycles, comparable to motorbike indicators.
- Installation without tools in just a few minutes, flashing time approx. 10 seconds, configurable up to continuous flashing (maximum 4 minutes).
- Significant safety gain at night, uncertainty during the day due to lack of feedback; operation with the ball of the thumb requires familiarisation.

Busch&Müller bicycle indicators: Is that really necessary?

Electronics

- First battery-operated Supernova rear light with brake and emergency brake light in accordance with the current German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO), aluminium housing and protection class IP67.  
- Swivelling bracket and optional saddlebag mount, suitable for road bikes, gravel, commuting and bikepacking.  
- Battery life up to 20 h (StVZO) or 100 h (international), 5-year guarantee incl. battery, repairable for at least 10 years, price 129 euros.

Supernova Redstream Pro: Rechargeable rear light with brake light function from the lighting specialist

- Limited Insta360 Go Ultra "Tadej Pogačar Edition": 4K/60 fps, 53 g, 200 min battery, good sensor, FlowState stick with 360° horizon lock.
- Pogačar dashboard integrates tracking data such as speed, heart rate, watts and altitude metres as an overlay in the video, incl. sticker and custom animation.
- Package includes autograph card, special packaging, various holders, ring remote control, magnetic clip, 128 GB microSD; price: 579 euros.

Attention cycling fans: Insta360 Go Ultra Tadej Pogacar Edition

- Restrap bikepacking set: 19.4 litre volume, 0.9 kg weight, set price € 468, overall rating 1.8, designed for racing and fast tours
- Strengths: very light, quick assembly, magnetic fasteners, good compartmentalisation and organisation options in the individual pockets
- Weaknesses: audibly rustling material, many seams not completely tight, price in the upper segment

Bikepacking bags in the test: Restrap scores with flexibility and clever details

- The choice of floor pump depends on the area of use, valve type, desired accuracy and comfort, not primarily on the price.
- Pumps with a digital pressure gauge and low air loss such as the Cube Acid Race Floor Digital Clik are suitable for exact pressures and road/gravel bikes.
- There are recommendations for special requirements: large volume pumps for MTB, compact models for limited space, Clik-Valve for comfort and cheap pumps for infrequent use only.

Finding the right bike pump: The big floor pump buying guide

- Mid-range floor pump with solid pumping performance, but simple material appearance and torsion-resistant plastic base.  
- Very large, precisely measuring pressure gauge with external, finely scaled bar display in 0.1 bar increments as the central strength.  
- Clik-Valve pump head with one-hand operation, secure, airtight fit and very good handling; however, the hose is relatively inflexible.

SKS Airkompressor Clik Tec: The bike pump with clever pump head in the test

Accessories

- Zentrales Element ist ein Smart-Trainer; empfohlen wird der Wahoo Kickr Core 2 mit Zwift Cog und Click als preiswerter Einstiegs-Trainer.
- Ergänzt wird das Setup durch vorhandenes oder altes Rad, Ventilator, Bodenmatte, Handtuch sowie Bildschirm und eine Trainings-App.
- Ein funktionales Indoor-Cycling-Setup ist für unter 700 Euro möglich, hinzu kommen optionale Abo-Kosten für Zwift oder Rouvy.

Indoor cycling but cheap: indoor cycling setup for 670 euros

Bargains in the winter sale: road bikes, gravel bikes & smart trainers on offer

Garmin, Elite, Van Rysel & Wahoo: Four smart trainers in the test

Roller trainer

- Specialized in Morgan Hill offers an insight into design, prototype construction, machinery and its own wind tunnel for development work.  
- Since 1974, founder Mike Sinyard has built Specialized from a one-man hippie company into a globally significant bike manufacturer.  
- Customised designs for stars, in-house suspension tuning and wind tunnel tests for athletes and helmets characterise the company's technical expertise.

Specialized home visit: guided tour from Schwarzenegger bike to wind tunnel

- Road bikes are legally normal bicycles; StVO applies in full, including choice of lane, use of cycle paths and prohibition of certain roads.
- Mandatory equipment: bright bell, approved front and rear lights without flashing in poor visibility, plus various mandatory reflectors.
- Offences such as missing equipment, ghost cycling or riding hands-free can result in fines and considerable liability risks in the event of an accident.

Road bikes in road traffic: these regulations apply

- Flashing rear lights can be very annoying for passengers on a Group Ride, causing headaches, for example, even though they are only a few metres away.
- According to the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO), rear lights must be permanently lit; pure flashing without a continuous light is generally not permitted.
- Flashing lights make it difficult to judge the distance in a group and provide little added value; continuous lights and consideration in the group are recommended.

Flashing tail lights in the Group Ride: why they are more annoying than useful

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Buying advice

Plenty of storage space
The Rapha Brevet 2026 collection with five bags for ultra-long distances

Ekoi S-Aero test
Glasses with spoilers

Pump head - types, strengths & weaknesses
Probably the most important detail of the bicycle pump

Clothing

Large field of vision, strong accessory package
The Endura Singletrack Frameless in the test

Aero helmet not just for pros
The new Specialized S-Works Evade 4

Scott helmet test
The Sierra MIPS - an all-rounder?

Components

Short cranks are better
155 mm cranks - First impression on a gravel bike

Customised handlebar look
Nabico handlebar tape with your own slogans and pictures

SQlab 612R Ergowave 2.0 Carbon
125 gram lightweight road bike saddle

Electronics

Smartwatch for under 100 euros
Amazfit Bip Max - fitness motivation on the wrist

Adapt routes while riding
Komoot Live Sync for Wahoo ELEMNT bike computers

Busch&Müller bicycle indicators
Is that really necessary?

Supernova Redstream Pro
Rechargeable rear light with brake light function from the lighting specialist

Attention cycling fans
Insta360 Go Ultra Tadej Pogacar Edition

Accessories

Bikepacking bags in the test
Restrap scores with flexibility and clever details

Finding the right bike pump
The big floor pump buying guide

SKS Airkompressor Clik Tec
The bike pump with clever pump head in the test

Roller trainer

Indoor cycling but cheap
Indoor cycling setup for 670 euros

Bargains in the winter sale
Road bikes, gravel bikes & smart trainers on offer

Garmin, Elite, Van Rysel & Wahoo
Four smart trainers in the test

Counsellor

Specialized home visit
Guided tour from Schwarzenegger bike to wind tunnel

Road bikes in road traffic
These regulations apply

Flashing tail lights in the Group Ride
Why they are more annoying than useful

Buying advice

Plenty of storage spaceThe Rapha Brevet 2026 collection with five bags for ultra-long distances

Ekoi S-Aero testGlasses with spoilers

Pump head - types, strengths & weaknessesProbably the most important detail of the bicycle pump

Clothing

Large field of vision, strong accessory packageThe Endura Singletrack Frameless in the test

Aero helmet not just for prosThe new Specialized S-Works Evade 4

Scott helmet testThe Sierra MIPS - an all-rounder?

Components

Short cranks are better155 mm cranks - First impression on a gravel bike

Customised handlebar lookNabico handlebar tape with your own slogans and pictures

SQlab 612R Ergowave 2.0 Carbon125 gram lightweight road bike saddle

Electronics

Smartwatch for under 100 eurosAmazfit Bip Max - fitness motivation on the wrist

Adapt routes while ridingKomoot Live Sync for Wahoo ELEMNT bike computers

Busch&Müller bicycle indicatorsIs that really necessary?

Supernova Redstream ProRechargeable rear light with brake light function from the lighting specialist

Attention cycling fansInsta360 Go Ultra Tadej Pogacar Edition

Accessories

Bikepacking bags in the testRestrap scores with flexibility and clever details

Finding the right bike pumpThe big floor pump buying guide

SKS Airkompressor Clik TecThe bike pump with clever pump head in the test

Roller trainer

Indoor cycling but cheapIndoor cycling setup for 670 euros

Bargains in the winter saleRoad bikes, gravel bikes & smart trainers on offer

Garmin, Elite, Van Rysel & WahooFour smart trainers in the test

Counsellor

Specialized home visitGuided tour from Schwarzenegger bike to wind tunnel

Road bikes in road trafficThese regulations apply

Flashing tail lights in the Group RideWhy they are more annoying than useful

Plenty of storage space
The Rapha Brevet 2026 collection with five bags for ultra-long distances

Ekoi S-Aero test
Glasses with spoilers

Pump head - types, strengths & weaknesses
Probably the most important detail of the bicycle pump

Large field of vision, strong accessory package
The Endura Singletrack Frameless in the test

Aero helmet not just for pros
The new Specialized S-Works Evade 4

Scott helmet test
The Sierra MIPS - an all-rounder?

Short cranks are better
155 mm cranks - First impression on a gravel bike

Customised handlebar look
Nabico handlebar tape with your own slogans and pictures

SQlab 612R Ergowave 2.0 Carbon
125 gram lightweight road bike saddle

Smartwatch for under 100 euros
Amazfit Bip Max - fitness motivation on the wrist

Adapt routes while riding
Komoot Live Sync for Wahoo ELEMNT bike computers

Busch&Müller bicycle indicators
Is that really necessary?

Supernova Redstream Pro
Rechargeable rear light with brake light function from the lighting specialist

Attention cycling fans
Insta360 Go Ultra Tadej Pogacar Edition

Bikepacking bags in the test
Restrap scores with flexibility and clever details

Finding the right bike pump
The big floor pump buying guide

SKS Airkompressor Clik Tec
The bike pump with clever pump head in the test

Indoor cycling but cheap
Indoor cycling setup for 670 euros

Bargains in the winter sale
Road bikes, gravel bikes & smart trainers on offer

Garmin, Elite, Van Rysel & Wahoo
Four smart trainers in the test

Specialized home visit
Guided tour from Schwarzenegger bike to wind tunnel

Road bikes in road traffic
These regulations apply

Flashing tail lights in the Group Ride
Why they are more annoying than useful