DOWNTOWN Feature

Clash of generations – An urban revolution with the Stuttgarter eMTB Gang

16.12.2020
by Robin Schmitt


“Things were better before.” An assertion that older generations might valiantly try to defend but instead is often a sign of not quite understanding the world and how it’s changing, expressing a longing to go back to the more familiar. When it comes to Gen Z – those born around or after the turn of millennium – it’s usually uttered by exasperated parents or desperate HR managers. But, there are many things to learn from the next generation, particularly here in Stuttgart.

Here’s the full story – just on DOWNTOWN!!

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About the Author

Robin Schmitt
CEO & Founder

Robin is one of the two founders of 41 Publishing, a visionary and go-getter. While he now enjoys every second on the bike – whenever his busy schedule allows – he used to race against the clock at enduro events and a few Downhill World Cups. Besides that, Robin practises kung fu and Zen meditation, plays the cello, loves classic cars, travels abroad and still reviews numerous bikes himself. Progressive ideas, new projects and major challenges – Robin loves exploring undiscovered potential and getting to the bottom of new trends.

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