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TOP 5: The most popular ENDURO articles of March 2018


A monthly round-up of the most popular content that graced our site in March: These are your top 5!

The Crème de la Crème – Nine high-end enduro bikes of 2018 in comparison

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The enduro bikes in this group test will make bike enthusiasts’ hearts beat faster and their palms sweaty. They’re the stuff biker-dreams are made of, but not every one of them is suitable for every type of rider. We put them head-to-head on the trails of the Trans-Provence to find out their individual strengths and weaknesses.

Full article: The Crème de la Crème – Nine high-end enduro bikes of 2018 in comparison


The best mobile bike repair stand you can buy

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Whether you want to take off your wheels and change tires, adjust the gears, lubricate a dried-up chain, replace worn-out brake pads or remove your fork and shock for an annual service, there are plenty of good reasons to own a bike repair-stand. We tested eight popular models in a price range between € 130 and € 440 and can tell you which one is the best choice for your mobile-workshop.

Full article: The best mobile bike repair stand you can buy


First Ride Review: RockShox Lyrik RC2 2019 – the new benchmark in the enduro segment?

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The RockShox Lyrik has long been considered one of the best enduro forks money can buy. But the competition is getting fiercer each year and it was time for RockShox to step up their game and make a great fork even better. We tested the new RockShox Lyrik RC2 and will tell you why there’s a good reason to rejoice even if you own one of the older models.

Full article: First Ride Review: RockShox Lyrik RC2 2019 – the new benchmark in the enduro segment?


Pivot Switchblade PRO X01 Eagle long-term review

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If there was one thing the Pivot Switchblade didn’t have, it was an easy life: With a total of 1,000 km and more than 100,000 metres of elevation, our test rider Gregor gave it a hard time in bike parks and on longer tours. After a full year of shredding, it was high time to draw a conclusion.

Full article: Pivot Switchblade PRO X01 Eagle Dauertest


NICOLAI ION G15 Review – For the love of detail

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The NICOLAI ION G15 is never going to be a bike for the masses. And that’s exactly what makes it unique. In these fast moving times, products with a strong character are becoming increasingly important as we long for individuality, handcrafted art and authenticity. The NICOLAI ION G15 can offer all of this, but does it ride well?

Full article: NICOLAI ION G15 Review – For the love of detail


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