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- Lightweight, robust aluminium frame with modern but easily controllable geometry; versatile for everyday use, touring, trail and bikepacking.  
- High-quality equipment with Fox 32 Rhythm, Shimano 12-speed drivetrain, SLX disc brakes, dropper post and mounting points for luggage, mudguards and bags.  
- Balanced handling: efficient uphill, safe and predictable downhill; weaknesses on loose ground due to tyres and less playful handling.

Canyon Grand Canyon AL 8: Versatile hardtail with sporty aspirations

- All three dirt bikes tested offer 100 mm suspension travel, 26" wheels, single speed and are very similar in terms of weight and riding characteristics.  
- Canyon scores with light, agile handling and very good value for money, but requires a steady hand at high speeds.  
- Merida is the most convincing overall with its balanced handling and rider integration, but is significantly more expensive than Canyon and Rose.

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and Rose: Three fun machines in the pump track test

- On show are 15 exotic mountain bikes from small labels, from downcountry hardtails to freeride full-suspension bikes with up to 200 mm of travel.
- Many of the frames are handmade, offer custom geometry, paintwork or customisation and use materials such as steel, titanium, carbon or CNC aluminium.
- The models rely on special solutions such as high pivot, rising pivot or Kolarp rear triangles, Pinion gears, belt drive and adjustable geometry.

From Aper to Zoceli: Which of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

- New Canyon Stitched 360 CLLCTV: revised aluminium frame, adapted geometry, high stability, suitable for dirt, street, pump track, skate park.  
- High-quality equipment with DT Swiss wheels and RockShox Pike DJ, but weak, squeaky brake combo with moderate power.  
- Very agile, light-footed handling ideal for experienced riders and tricks; less forgiving for beginners, but good value for money.

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on test: professional dirt bike for the pump track

- Rose Bruce 2 remains a versatile dirt bike with safe, agile handling and a good compromise between smoothness and manoeuvrability.  
- Compared to its predecessor: simpler suspension fork, average wheels and therefore weaker price-performance ratio.  
- Single-speed drivetrain with adapter kit causes potential durability problems and banging noises, which can disrupt the flow of the ride.

Rose Bruce 2 pump track test: test-winning dirt bike in a new guise

- 6061 aluminium frame, EFBE Cat. 5 approved, two sizes, strong equipment with Pike DJ and DT Swiss wheels, price 1999 Euro
- On the pump track, balanced mix of smoothness and agility, central riding position, wide range of use from dirtline to skate park
- Criticism of high price, some dirtbike-untypical parts such as flat handlebars, seat post and bottle cage mount, coolness factor debatable

Merida Dirt 700 pump track test: high-end dirt bike with bottle cage

- New BMC Twostroke 01: modern hardtail with Fourstroke-inspired geometry, for XC racing, bikepacking and demanding gravel use.
- Extended reach, 66.5° head angle, steeper 76° seat angle and 425 mm chainstays are designed to combine stability, climbing efficiency and agility.
- Carbon frame approx. 920 g (M, incl. hardware), TCC-Flex, 2.4" tyre clearance, UDH, BSA bottom bracket, internal cables and bikepacking approval increase speed and comfort.

The new BMC Twostroke 01: Swiss precision hardtail for racing and gravel

- Three niche brands - Päsillä, Radical and Sklar - offer exotic hardtail MTBs with steel and titanium frames in small series.
- Päsillä Juntu: Downcountry/trail hardtail made of titanium with modern geometry, 120-130 mm suspension fork and variable wheel sizes.
- Radical Chilli Dog and Sklar Tall Tale: Titanium enduro and steel trail hardtail with flat steering angles and designed for agile riding characteristics.

3 exotic hardtails: ever heard of Päsillä, Radical or Sklar?

- Hardtails offer more control, traction and comfort on forest paths, rough gravel, roots and easy trails, often resulting in higher average speeds.  
- Wider MTB tyres, flat handlebars and suspension fork ensure stability, directional stability, fatigue reduction and greater safety reserves on rough terrain.  
- Gravel bikes have an advantage on tarmac and firm gravel, on long, even routes and when aerodynamics and a sporty position are the focus.

Buying advice: Why an MTB hardtail can be the better alternative to a gravel bike

- Roko 24 Trail: 24" children's hardtail weighing 8.8 kg, aluminium frame, 80 mm air suspension fork, 10 gears, for approx. 115-135 cm tall, price 1,069 euros.  
- In the test: very good handling, functioning suspension fork from approx. 22 kg, efficient on trails and longer distances, but not optimised for bike parks and jumps.  
- Strengths: lightweight construction, balanced geometry and all-round suitability; weaknesses: long, difficult to adjust brake levers and somewhat sluggish Microshift gears.

Roko Bike 24 Trail: Lightweight children's MTB for off-road adventures

- MMR KIBO 24 is a 24-inch children's MTB for 8 to 12-year-olds, priced at 649 euros in the entry to mid-range segment.
- Child-friendly, newly developed geometry and customised components are designed to promote control, ergonomics and safe handling for young riders.
- The absence of a suspension fork and telescopic seat post keeps the weight and price low; suitable for everyday use and first off-road adventures, but not a specialised race bike.

MMR KIBO 24: Sophisticated children's mountain bike at a fair price

- 32-Zoll-Laufräder etablieren sich als Trend im MTB-Bereich und halten nun auch im Gravel-Segment Einzug, trotz begrenzter Teile-Verfügbarkeit.  
- Auf der Cyclingworld wurden mehrere 32"-Gravelbikes und (E-)MTBs von Marken wie MiTech, Chiru, Bike Ahead, Schwalbe, Sour und Alutech gezeigt.  
- Viele gezeigte 32"-Bikes sind noch Prototypen oder Einzelstücke, doch die Entwicklungen deuten auf weiteres Wachstum dieses Standards hin.

7 new 32" bikes: The 32-inch bikes at the Cyclingworld trade fair

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Hardtail mountain bike - The most important information

Canyon Grand Canyon AL 8
Versatile hardtail with sporty aspirations

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and Rose
Three fun machines in the pump track test

From Aper to Zoceli
Which of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on test
Professional dirt bike for the pump track

Rose Bruce 2 pump track test
Test-winning dirt bike in a new guise

Merida Dirt 700 pump track test
High-end dirt bike with bottle cage

The new BMC Twostroke 01
Swiss precision hardtail for racing and gravel

3 exotic hardtails
Ever heard of Päsillä, Radical or Sklar?

Buying advice
Why an MTB hardtail can be the better alternative to a gravel bike

Roko Bike 24 Trail
Lightweight children's MTB for off-road adventures

MMR KIBO 24
Sophisticated children's mountain bike at a fair price

7 new 32" bikes
The 32-inch bikes at the Cyclingworld trade fair

Hardtail mountain bike - The most important information

Canyon Grand Canyon AL 8Versatile hardtail with sporty aspirations

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and RoseThree fun machines in the pump track test

From Aper to ZoceliWhich of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on testProfessional dirt bike for the pump track

Rose Bruce 2 pump track testTest-winning dirt bike in a new guise

Merida Dirt 700 pump track testHigh-end dirt bike with bottle cage

The new BMC Twostroke 01Swiss precision hardtail for racing and gravel

3 exotic hardtailsEver heard of Päsillä, Radical or Sklar?

Buying adviceWhy an MTB hardtail can be the better alternative to a gravel bike

Roko Bike 24 TrailLightweight children's MTB for off-road adventures

MMR KIBO 24Sophisticated children's mountain bike at a fair price

7 new 32" bikesThe 32-inch bikes at the Cyclingworld trade fair

Canyon Grand Canyon AL 8
Versatile hardtail with sporty aspirations

Dirt bikes from Canyon, Merida and Rose
Three fun machines in the pump track test

From Aper to Zoceli
Which of these 15 exotic bike brands do you know?

Canyon Stiched 360 CLCCTV on test
Professional dirt bike for the pump track

Rose Bruce 2 pump track test
Test-winning dirt bike in a new guise

Merida Dirt 700 pump track test
High-end dirt bike with bottle cage

The new BMC Twostroke 01
Swiss precision hardtail for racing and gravel

3 exotic hardtails
Ever heard of Päsillä, Radical or Sklar?

Buying advice
Why an MTB hardtail can be the better alternative to a gravel bike

Roko Bike 24 Trail
Lightweight children's MTB for off-road adventures

MMR KIBO 24
Sophisticated children's mountain bike at a fair price

7 new 32" bikes
The 32-inch bikes at the Cyclingworld trade fair