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- For € 3,399, the Cube Nuroad C:62 EXC offers a carbon frame, 13-speed SRAM Force AXS, carbon wheels and power meter in a lightweight package.
- Geometry with a slack head angle, long wheelbase and moderately sporty riding position ensures high stability, but feels a little bulky on tight trails.
- The frame (C:62 carbon, up to 50 mm tyre clearance) and equipment close the gap between the upper mid-range and professional gravel bikes in terms of price-performance ratio.

Price-performance hammer: The Cube Nuroad C:62 EXC

- Specialized has grown from Mike Sinyard's hippie one-man business to a globally significant bike manufacturer with cult status and a pioneering role in MTB.
- At the Morgan Hill site, prototypes are created using CNC, 3D printing and the Ride Dynamics department, which are developed for professional riders such as Loic Bruni.
- An in-house, solar-powered wind tunnel laboratory optimises the aerodynamics and ventilation of athletes' positions and all Specialized helmets.

At home with Specialized: A home visit to the Californian headquarters

- Compact floor pump with low overall height, good for smaller people and tight spaces, solid pumping performance with moderate effort.  
- Easy-to-read, sufficiently precise pressure gauge and accessory compartment with ball needle and mattress adapter, overall simple material appearance.  
- Weaknesses: short, angular valve head with a slider that is susceptible to adjustment, possible air loss when pulling out and very short hose.

Floor pump from Zéfal put to the test: Profil Max FP20 - compact and precise

- The Salzkammergut offers 345 kilometres of R2 cycle path and a variety of routes with great scenic contrasts for gravel, MTB and racing cyclists.  
- Highlights include 800 km of MTB/gravel tours in the Dachstein Salzkammergut, the 615 km long BergeSeen eTrail and events such as the Salzkammergut Trophy.  
- The region combines sporting challenges, cultural depth, 7000 years of salt history and regional culinary delights to create a dense overall experience.

Upper Austria Salzkammergut: Mountains. Lakes. Joie de vivre.

- The Endurace CFR is an emphatically sporty endurance racing bike that is visually and aerodynamically very similar to Canyon's Aeroad.  
- Comfort comes primarily from the 35 mm tyres; the frame is versatile and only slightly less aero, but noticeably heavier than the Aeroad.  
- The CFR is aimed at performance-oriented riders, while more comfortable, more affordable CF SL/CF models with up to 38 mm tyres and mudguards are set to follow.

Canyon Endurace CFR - Test: More sport, less cruiser - Canyon's new carbon racer

- ABS for mountain bikes increases control and safety, especially for less experienced riders and on difficult, loose surfaces.
- The disadvantages are higher weight, increasing costs, more technical complexity and the desire of experienced bikers for a direct braking feel.
- According to the test editor, Bosch ABS Pro impresses with its powerful braking performance, but Lutz Scheffer warns against overconfidence and a possible ABS obligation.

Safety gain or unnecessary technology: "That's why ABS is not a saviour in cycling"

- Altitude Powerplay 3: new E-Enduro with Dyname S4 Pro (108 Nm, up to 1000 W), 720 Wh battery, optional 314 Wh range extender, 170/160 mm travel.  
- New LC2R suspension with one-piece swingarm is designed to offer traction, comfort, pedalling efficiency, a low centre of gravity and high rigidity off-road.  
- Three models (A30, A50, C70) with aluminium or carbon frame, 29-inch or mullet, from 5499 to 9499 euros, expected to be available from 12 May.

Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 3: Power enduro meets riding fun

- The Danube Cycle Path in Upper Austria follows historic towpaths and combines nature, culture and history between Passau, Linz and Grein.
- In addition to the main route, routes such as the Linz-Grein north bank, Weltstein, Danube Loops and Danube Limes loop offer a variety of landscapes.
- Sights along the routes range from the Schlögener Schlinge, Mauthausen concentration camp memorial, Celtic village and monasteries to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Danube Limes.

Upper Austria Danube region: Five pleasure tours between Passau and Grein

- Wiebke Lühmann cycled 20,150 kilometres from Freiburg to Cape Town in 14 months, motivated by a desire for freedom and curiosity about Africa.  
- Her route was roughly pre-planned, but was flexibly adapted due to the political situation, local tips and a sense of safety; she did not experience any real danger.  
- She reports great hospitality, few moments of loneliness, a simple everyday life as a cyclist and advises: set off, keep an open mind, have confidence.

From Freiburg to Cape Town by bike: Wiebke Lühmann's 20,150 km cycle tour

- Sturdy steel construction with wide metal base, large stroke and high volume, particularly suitable for large-volume MTB and gravel tyres
- Very precise pressure gauge in the 0-2 bar range with 0.1 bar increments, above this the display is coarse and tends to be too low, pressure release valve for fine adjustment
- Significantly high effort required, angular and unergonomic handle, short hose and possible air leakage when putting the valve head on and off

Merida Dual Gauge floor pump on test: plenty of volume and a clever pressure gauge

- Switzerland offers over 11,000 kilometres of cycle paths, numerous leisure and gravel tours with Alpine panoramas and regional cuisine for all levels of difficulty.  
- Several e-bike and gravel routes are presented with lengths ranging from 35 to 214 km, varying altitude metres and culinary stops along the way.  
- Services include specialised bike hotels, bike transport on public transport with compulsory reservations on IC trains and luggage transport by Eurotrek.

Grand Gourmet Rides Switzerland: Pleasure tours through Switzerland by e-bike & trekking bike

- With the SMS series, Ergon is introducing short, compact MTB saddles that are designed to minimise pressure peaks thanks to their optimised shape and relief channel.  
- Gender-specific models with customised relief openings, women's versions with additional gel and OrthoCell padding for comfort.  
- Y-shape, short saddle nose and large side radius offer legroom on trails; used for trail, all-mountain, enduro, bikepacking, prices from € 79.95.

Ergon SMS "No Pressure": women's saddles with targeted pressure relief

- Switzerland offers a wide variety of mountain bike and gravel pleasure tours that combine scenic experiences and regional cuisine.  
- The routes presented in detail vary in length, altitude metres and level of difficulty and lead through the Jura, Pre-Alps, Seetal, Malcantone and Lavaux.  
- Bike hotels, public bike transport and Eurotrek luggage service support comfortable travelling along these routes.

Grand Gourmet Rides Switzerland: On a gourmet tour in Switzerland by MTB or gravel bike

- The 2026 Swiss cycling calendar offers a wide range of events from gravel adventures to road marathons for professionals and amateurs.  
- Tour de Suisse will be shortened to five stages and expanded to include the "Tour de Suisse Explorer" format for everyone.  
- Several established events such as the Gravel Festival Bern and Alpenbrevet will have new formats, an expanded programme or are in high demand.

Summit for everyone: the 10 best cycling events in Switzerland in 2026

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Price-performance hammer
The Cube Nuroad C:62 EXC

At home with Specialized
A home visit to the Californian headquarters

Floor pump from Zéfal put to the test
Profil Max FP20 - compact and precise

Upper Austria Salzkammergut
Mountains. Lakes. Joie de vivre.

Canyon Endurace CFR - Test
More sport, less cruiser - Canyon's new carbon racer

Safety gain or unnecessary technology
"That's why ABS is not a saviour in cycling"

Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 3
Power enduro meets riding fun

Upper Austria Danube region
Five pleasure tours between Passau and Grein

From Freiburg to Cape Town by bike
Wiebke Lühmann's 20,150 km cycle tour

Merida Dual Gauge floor pump on test
Plenty of volume and a clever pressure gauge

Grand Gourmet Rides Switzerland
Pleasure tours through Switzerland by e-bike & trekking bike

Ergon SMS "No Pressure"
Women's saddles with targeted pressure relief

Grand Gourmet Rides Switzerland
On a gourmet tour in Switzerland by MTB or gravel bike

Summit for everyone
The 10 best cycling events in Switzerland in 2026

Messages

Price-performance hammerThe Cube Nuroad C:62 EXC

At home with SpecializedA home visit to the Californian headquarters

Floor pump from Zéfal put to the testProfil Max FP20 - compact and precise

Upper Austria SalzkammergutMountains. Lakes. Joie de vivre.

Canyon Endurace CFR - TestMore sport, less cruiser - Canyon's new carbon racer

Safety gain or unnecessary technology"That's why ABS is not a saviour in cycling"

Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 3Power enduro meets riding fun

Upper Austria Danube regionFive pleasure tours between Passau and Grein

From Freiburg to Cape Town by bikeWiebke Lühmann's 20,150 km cycle tour

Merida Dual Gauge floor pump on testPlenty of volume and a clever pressure gauge

Grand Gourmet Rides SwitzerlandPleasure tours through Switzerland by e-bike & trekking bike

Ergon SMS "No Pressure"Women's saddles with targeted pressure relief

Grand Gourmet Rides SwitzerlandOn a gourmet tour in Switzerland by MTB or gravel bike

Summit for everyoneThe 10 best cycling events in Switzerland in 2026

Price-performance hammer
The Cube Nuroad C:62 EXC

At home with Specialized
A home visit to the Californian headquarters

Floor pump from Zéfal put to the test
Profil Max FP20 - compact and precise

Upper Austria Salzkammergut
Mountains. Lakes. Joie de vivre.

Canyon Endurace CFR - Test
More sport, less cruiser - Canyon's new carbon racer

Safety gain or unnecessary technology
"That's why ABS is not a saviour in cycling"

Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 3
Power enduro meets riding fun

Upper Austria Danube region
Five pleasure tours between Passau and Grein

From Freiburg to Cape Town by bike
Wiebke Lühmann's 20,150 km cycle tour

Merida Dual Gauge floor pump on test
Plenty of volume and a clever pressure gauge

Grand Gourmet Rides Switzerland
Pleasure tours through Switzerland by e-bike & trekking bike

Ergon SMS "No Pressure"
Women's saddles with targeted pressure relief

Grand Gourmet Rides Switzerland
On a gourmet tour in Switzerland by MTB or gravel bike

Summit for everyone
The 10 best cycling events in Switzerland in 2026