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Eye-catcher: Adidas Shield SP0074 Sunglasses
An XXL wave is sweeping over us: full glazing for everyone! Everyone wants to cover as much of their face as possible with their glasses - and that makes sense: lots of glass protects against wind, UV rays, dust, dirt and branches. Adidas curved its Shield, gave the goggles dynamic ventilation, designed them to be slim (43 g) and with a particularly comfortable adjustment pad for the nose; this should make them more comfortable to wear. The Shield is available in many colours and styles (also as half-frame glasses).
Price: 149 Euro >> available here
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Neckbrace: Ortema ONB Neckbrace
According to a study of 8,500 accident victims by the US Ambulance Service, neck braces reduce serious spinal injuries by 89 per cent. That is an impressive figure. This makes it all the more surprising why neck braces have gone somewhat "out of fashion" among us bikers, in contrast to motorcycling. The ONB from the Swabian orthopaedic specialists is lightweight, ergonomic, cushioning and easy to use. It prevents the cervical spine from being overextended in the event of a fall.
Price: 359 Euro >> available here
Head spoiler: Specialised Dissident II
We are big fans of its predecessor because it is quite light and super safe. We tested it with the TÜV according to motorbike standards. The Dissident II is completely new, developed with Loic Bruni and Finn Iles. It has MIPS, a turbo ventilation system, packs EPS foams of different densities into the carbon shell and now has a futuristic design with lots of edges.
Price: 475 Euro >> available here
Instructor: Deuter Plamort 12
We carry Deuter rucksacks in all weathers. The rain cover keeps it waterproof even in downpours. If that's not enough, you can buy the Plamort, the first waterproof MTB pack. The Augsburg-based company promises 100% waterproofness. The Playmort also has the tried and tested carrying system that straps the pack snugly to the back. Weight: 610 grams. Volume: 12 litres.
Price: 130 Euro >> available here
Lift system: Fox Transfer SL Factory
This is really about fetish. Weight fetish! Fox offers a light dropper post for all those who want to slim down their trail bike. The Transfer SL (327 g) is said to be the lightest dropper post in the world! It squeezes up to 150 millimetres of travel out of its slim tube, but it does not offer infinitely variable adjustment, only two positions. The top model is available with a chic Kashima coating for an extra-smooth ride up and down. For all gravity riders, we recommend the more robust Fox Transfer without SL. You can even get it with a 170 mm stroke and for less money (from € 389).
Price: 519 Euro >> available here
Role play: Odi Reflex
"Suspension for your hands", promise the Odi'aners from Riverside, California. Their latest MTB grip with a clamp is designed to tackle annoying vibrations "so that we can ride longer and better", say the Americans. A full-bodied promise! To achieve this, they have given the Reflex a special rubber compound, a waffle structure and a raised section so that the fingertips grip the grip better. Available in medium thickness (33.5 mm) and thick (34.5 mm), in eight colours.
Price: 33 Euro >> available here
Hammerhead: FSA KFX SIC
Carbon makes it possible: handlebars and stem are laminated in one piece, stiff and light for razor-sharp steering. And then that look - dangerous! The Italian label FSA designed this stylish handlebar centre for enduro use. Weight: only 256 grams with a 780 mm handlebar width. The cables also disappear into the handlebars for a clean, uncluttered look. Backsweep: 9 °, rise: 5 °.
Price: 389 Euro >> available here
Coup attempt: TRP EVO
Why leave everything to the top dogs Sram and Shimano, thought the Taiwanese company Tektro and came up with a complete groupset: the TRP Evo. However, it is heavier (1655 g) than Shimano's XTR (1577 g) and more expensive at € 1414 (XTR: € 1050). Will that be enough for a coup? In return, there are chic gold applications on the 12-speed rear derailleur, the supposedly stiffest carbon crankset and a sprocket set (10-52) milled from a single block.
Price: 1414 Euro
Forest ranger: Julbo Forest Evo
In 1888, Jules Baud invented glacier goggles; founded Julbo, and in 2023 his great-grandsons designed an enduro helmet. Wow, that's company history! The Forest Eco has 19 air vents, a clever goggle garage under the visor, magnetic closure and MIPS for more safety. Available in four colour designs. Weight: 390 grams.
Price: 199,90 Euro
Privacy screen: Smith Rhythm MTB
Roots sharp, stones full of contrast, trees clear and distinct - with its ChromaPop lens, the Rhythm is designed to draw through the terrain for maximum visibility ahead. The Americans have also packed many other useful features into their goggles. For example, the mesh frame sucks in air at the top to prevent annoying fogging. Also included: a clear lens.
Price: 110 Euro >> available here
Fox hunting: Fox Ranger Drirelease
The Californians use recycled polyester to tailor their Ranger jersey. They also mix it with 15 per cent cotton. This makes it comfortable to wear and has the advantage that the jersey supposedly dries four times faster than pure cotton. The piece with the slanted fox head is not only available in black, but also in yellow, pink and mint. If you want, you can also get it with short sleeves.
Price: 55 Euro >> available here
Black rider: Ekoi Enduro Light
Freeride pro Eliott Lapotre (tree drop, FREERIDE 1/23) helped develop this super-lightweight (650 g in M/L) and airy (24 air vents) full-face helmet. It is designed to protect enduro riders who normally prefer to ride with a half-shell. But please remember: from walking speed onwards, it is impossible to cushion the fall with your arms. Next point of contact: the chin!
Price: 179 Euro
Attraction: Magped Enduro2
Clever idea from Austria: a pedal with magnetic force. The Magped wants to be both: clipless pedal and flat pedal. Not quite tight, not quite loose. The Austrians screw a steel plate into the SPD shoe; the magnet is in the pedal. The predecessor didn't quite convince us. The new version aims to be better, lighter (447 g) and more practical for trail, enduro and downhill. More soon!
Price: 159 Euro >> available here
