The living Statue of Liberty, hero of the first mountain bike films on VHS tapes, trials icon and E-MTB pioneer. It may be that the word legend is overused in relation to mountain bikers. But he really is one: Hans "no way" Rey.
Hans Rey and GT: Partnership since 1987
Since 1987, two years before this magazine was founded, Hans' name has been closely associated with the cult brand GT Bicycles. Hans inspired generations of mountain bikers and his GT Zaskar bike was one of the most sought-after models of the 90s. Like no other, Hans conveyed the mountain biking attitude to life and preferred a casual ride or a beer with friends to counting bets and kilos, while at the same time forever changing the image of what the general public thought was possible on a bike with his trial moves.
GT paused
Hans Rey has retained this pioneering spirit to this day. He recognised the potential of e-MTBs at an early stage and repeatedly provided stories about new trails and exciting challenges for our magazine. After prolonged financial difficulties (BIKE reported), it has now been decided to put the GT brand on ice for the time being - which also marks the end of Hans' contract with GT Bicycles. In the video, he looks back on 38 years of mountain bike history with GT and also gives a brief outlook. Absolutely worth seeing!
More about Hans Rey
https://www.bike-magazin.de/magazin-umfragen/video-hausbesuch-bei-hans-rey-in-laguna-beach/>> Make a wish: Home visit to Hans Rey in Laguna Beach
Adrian Kaether
Editor
