CENTURION BIKES 2014 - english version by MERIDA & CENTURION Germany GmbH

Bikes 2014

Often I think that bicycles should have been available for long on prescription – where else can the side effects of something which supports the health be rated as positive? As to me, in any case, a slight burning in my muscles after a liberating tour is not negative in any sense – and I do not have to consult my doctor or pharmacist at first… Cycling creates a balance within the body itself and with nature as well. It guards us against an otherwise impending burnout via a healthy workout. En route, we meet interesting new people and thus do enjoy our spare time in nature together with others. And first of all, we set ourselves new goals again and again. Fortunately, bikers are always able to decide themselves which dose of this “athletic medicine” is good for them: A tiny stimulation gives us a boost while a too demanding challenge can spoil the fun sometimes. In other words: For some bikers, just a short trip to a forest cafe can indeed be as satisfactory and enjoyable as a terrific “Tour des Grandes Alpes” for others. One of my personal favourites is the Camino de Santiago with its many variations. The northern route along the Atlantic Ocean challenges the one’s constitution with numerous ascents while rewarding the rider with awe-inspiring sea views again and again. From Sevilla, the Via de la Plata (Silver Way) leads to Santiago de Compostela in the far north of the Iberian Peninsula. En route, it passes towns and cities like Cacéres, Salamanca or Merida with its many ancient remains – the Romans seem to have left just yesterday. This year, I followed the Caminho Português by MTB this year together with my chap Reimund Dietzen. Starting in Lisbon, we had to master a total of 900 km – at first quite dusty but getting all the more idyllic and greener towards the end. Yes, and the athletic experience ruled again: In the evenings, our muscles were burning.

Nature does not have to strive to be meaningful. It is meaningful. Robert Walser, 1878 - 1956

But nevertheless – or perhaps for that very reason? – that tour was exactly the right decision after all those busy Eurobike preparations and bike-show days. As our destination, the Cathedral of Santiago outshined all tour stages and made all physical efforts a minor matter. In addition, it opened our awareness for the personal encounters along our pilgrimage route: One day, we met two road racers from the Allgäu – a very young one, the other one much older. With sparkling eyes, the latter let out his age: 76 years! So we decided spontaneously to repeat the pilgrimage in a few years’ time and then look as healthy and athletic as our new friend! All this is enabled by the bicycle – or rather by the one in the saddle of a good bicycle. The rider defines her/his goals, pedals, pilots and achieves them in the end – only to set new and exceeding goals immediately afterwards. That’s how it runs in the course of a fulfilled and healthy life. Nothing could be more attractive or meaningful. With this in mind, Wolfgang Renner

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Fascination of Cycling TEAM CENTURION VAUDE Design, Research & Development

Technologies 12 16 18 20 22 23

Carbon Technology Float Link & Virtual Pivot Point E-Bikes System Comparison 26 / 27.5 / 29 Inch Backfire Fit EVE Lady Bikes

Full Suspension 70

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Overview Full Suspension

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29er Marathon / Tour Numinis Carbon Ultimate Race.29 Numinis Carbon Ultimate 3.29 Numinis Ultimate 2.29 Numinis 800.29

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27.5 All Mountain No Pogo Ultimate 2.27 No Pogo 800.27

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Enduro Trailbanger Ultimate 2 Trailbanger 800

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Overview Hardtails

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29er Cross-Country / Marathon Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.29 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.29 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 2.29 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 1.29 Backfire Ultimate 3.29 Backfire Ultimate 2.29 Backfire Ultimate 1.29

50 51

Backfire 800.29 Backfire 600.29 Backfire 400.29 Backfire 100.29

Urban & Country 84

Overview Urban & Country

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27.5 Cross-Country / Marathon Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.27 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.27 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 2.27 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 1.27 Backfire Ultimate 3.27 Backfire Ultimate 2.27 Backfire Ultimate 1.27 Backfire 800.27 Backfire 600.27 Backfire 400.27

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Cross Line Cross Line Ultimate / -Lady Cross Line 800 / -Lady Cross Line 600 EQ / -Lady Cross Line 600 / -Lady Cross Line 400 / -Lady Cross Line 100 EQ / -Lady Cross Line 100 / -Lady Cross Line 50 / -Lady Cross Line 30 / -Lady

60 62 63 64

Cross-Country Backfire 100 Backfire 50 Backfire 40 Backfire 30 / -EQ

96 98 99

Cyclo Cross Cyclo Cross 4000 Cyclo Cross 3000 Cyclo Cross 2000

66 68 69

Comfort Backfire Fit 400 Backfire Fit 50 / -Lady Backfire Fit 30 / -Lady

100 102 103

Fitness Cross Speed 2000 Cross Speed 1000 / -Lady Cross Speed 500 / -Lady

70 72 73 74 75

Lady Bikes EVE 600.29 EVE 400.29 EVE 100.29 EVE 100 EVE 50 EVE 30

104 106 107

Urban City Speed 1 City Speed 8 City Speed 8 Lady

76 78 79 80 81

Youth & Kids R’Bock Ultimate 24 Race R’Bock 24 R’Bock 20 Shox R’Bock 20 R’Bock 16.3 R’Bock 16 R’Bock 12 R’Bock 12 Walk

Road 110 112 113 114

Gigadrive / Hyperdrive Gigadrive 4200 Di2 Gigadrive 4200 Hyperdrive 4200 Hyperdrive 2000

E-Bikes 118

Sport E-Fire Sport 400A DX EQ E-Fire Sport 410 DX E-Fire Sport 400A EQ E-Fire Sport 400 EQ E-Fire Sport 410 EQ E-Fire Sport 410 E-Fire Sport 409 EQ E-Fire Sport 309 EQ E-Fire Sport 308 EQ

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Tour E-Fire Tour 400A DX EQ E-Fire Tour 410 DX E-Fire Tour 400A EQ E-Fire Tour 400 EQ E-Fire Tour 410 EQ E-Fire Tour 410 E-Fire Tour 409 EQ E-Fire Tour 309 EQ E-Fire Tour 308 EQ

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City E-Co 400A EQ E-Co 400 EQ E-Co 410 EQ E-Co 308 Coaster EQ E-Co 308 EQ

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121 MTB Backfire E Ultimate.29 / 27 Backfire E 600.29 / 27

124 Bike-Wear & Accessoires 128 Zillertal Tourismus 130 Schwarzwald Tourismus 132 Hubert Schwarz DIRO 133 Bicycle Holidays Max Hürzeler Seeberger Vaude

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The fascination of cycling Do just enjoy what you want lei·sure time [‘leʒəʳ taɪm]: time during which someone does not have to work and has no special obligations; time free for hobbies or recreation. Since the German standard dictionary Duden has included the definition of “leisure time” for the very first time in 1929, the social recognition has changed very much. Especially the individual recognition of this “freely available time” seems to worsen: More and more, we seem to be bound by obligatory work processes while there is less and less time left for any funproviding activities. As a German bike manufacturer with a company history of now almost 40 years, CENTURION has been feeling right from the outset a traditional obligation for exactly this leisure time which is a true treasure of our society. Right from the beginning, our bikes have never been just pure pieces of sports equipment but also and anyway especially providers of fun. That’s why the CENTURION brand portfolio has been extended again and again: In MY 2014, it ranges from trainer bikes for kids up to an enormous lineup of 25 e-bike models. Thus it enables each bike enthusiast to discover the personally perfect bike. CENTURION’s quite long history began in 1976 when company founder Wolfgang Renner laid the foundation stone for the brand with the first road bike models. Not only as a successful artistic, road and cyclo-cross rider himself but especially as an extremely curious explorer, he quickly aimed his pioneering spirit at up to then unknown options. Already in 1979, Wolfgang Renner helped to establish the US trend sport “BMX” successfully when he then acted as a mainspring for the German Cycling Association. And

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only three years later, he took the (not only for CENTURION) so far most effective step in Germany’s contemporary bike history: From a trip to the USA, Wolfgang Renner brought back the brilliant idea to open the there emerging MTB scene also for the German local market. But instead of just importing US bikes, the mastermind behind CENTURION indeed created with the model “Country” (1982) an own German archetype of the MTB – with this, a new great bike generation did celebrate its premiere. The rest is literally history: CENTURION has been continuing the step-by-step refinement of the MTB. Not least because Wolfgang Renner himself gathered new knowledge for MTB improvement again and again during his legendary travels (e. g. through Tibet): Until today, modern MTB riders owe for instance the CENTURION model “No Pogo” (introduced 1993) the awareness that full-suspension MTBs only provide real riding fun when drivetrain influences do not result in annoying chassis “pogo” any more as it had once been for a rather long time. In all those years, CENTURION “just besides” introduced the very first trekking bike, developed road and TT machines, opened the own product portfolio also for young kids and last not least entered the sustainably worthwhile e-bike market with a very strong presence. But always without forgetting each individual rider and her/his ambition to experience as much fun and joy in the saddle as possible. Wolfgang Renner Company Founder CENTURION The bike has been my companion since my earliest days. Either as a sports device in my youth, as a co-explorer on my travels e. g. through Tibet and across the Alps or today as the base for new athletic challenges again and again – so I can say: The fascination of cycling fulfils my life.

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TEAM CENTURION VAUDE Fun on the collective way to success team·work [‘ti:mwɜ:k]: product of a collective effort. It is by no means a matter of course that a bike brand promotes the respective competitive sport. We at CENTURION, however, are most certainly convinced that our specific sponsoring of the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE is an extremely good idea for several reasons. On the one hand, we really enjoy supporting ambitioned athletes whose successes result from tireless and tiring efforts. Unfortunately, to train hard without any excuses over long weeks or months is not rewarded all too often: Many athletes begin their personal winter break with numerous rankings below the podium sphere – and it is certainly and especially annoying when the own fitness level may have been sufficient in contrast to the insufficient material utilized. The five protagonists of the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE ride our Twentyniner hardtail Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.29. After Markus Kaufmann’s triumph in the German National Marathon Championships 2012, the team’s working tool has impressively proved its excellent suitability for competitions by helping to win the prestigious BIKE Transalp racing event just one year later. For Season 2014, the frame weight of the top-ofthe-line model from our carbon hardtail series has been reduced by another 80 g. Therefore this bike is undoubtedly a top recommendation for further trophy hunts. But on the other hand, supporting a racing team successfully means of course more than “just” the intention to be successful: From the experiences of our athletes, we gather highly valuable knowledge for the refinement of our bikes as well as for fundamental approaches to completely new constructions. That’s why CEN-

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TURION has decided for a concept which is absolutely unique all over Germany: Hannes Genze who is one of the most experienced racers of the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE also brings in his knowledge as an engineer for our R & D department – racing and bike development can not be connected more closely to each other. Finally, this constellation is not only a benefit for the Marathon experts of our team but of course also for you as a CENTURION customer: Assured, the concentrated knowledge is completely and directly used in our work on our “non-racers” as well. All in all, this might at first sound very performance-related and especially result-oriented. But the relationship between the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE and us as the material sponsor represents definitely much more than just the collective work on products and successes. After now three shared years, it becomes more and more evident that the team sees itself as a family welcoming everyone who works for the common objective. Therefore the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE realizes its “teamwork” literally as a collective effort and thereby creates a “team around the team”. Hereby, CENTURION wants to thank all members of the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE for this mutual experience – we are gladly looking forward to a collective Season 2014!

Richard Dämpfle Team Manager Its markedly familiar character distinguishes the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE from other bike squads. It is self-evident that we do strive for athletic success – but we are not interested in enforcing it. That’s why we are able to preserve something which competitive sports unfortunately lack all too often: fun.

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Design, Research & Development Perfectly adapted to a new bike the splits [ðə splɪts]: artistic figure during which the legs are stretched out in opposite directions to create a horizontal line. For some items, a good look is sufficient. A floor lamp, for example, is considered to be a good one when it just does not topple over and can be lightened with an internal bulb. Anything additional is pure design… Other objects must be perfectly functional in the first instance while an attractive visual appearance is just an additional benefit. For example, the form of a bike is roughly predetermined while its function (depending on the category) is already defined clearly. But we at CENTURION are deeply convinced that function and design have to go hand in hand – to ensure that your bike provides maximum fun already at the very first crank turn. Concerning this, we deliberately dare this kind of the splits repeatedly. And we are rewarded for doing so: With reliable regularity, CENTURION is honoured with design awards and convincing tests results in bike magazines. Both mean an accolade for our efforts in any respect. For instance, the “BIKE” magazine awarded our Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.27 with the top evaluation “super” (BIKE 10/2013) already after its very first individual test – an obvious signal that our new elegant star in the 27.5“ carbon hardtail sky is a true highlight of Season 2014. In this context, all our designers and R & D experts attach great importance to the fact that this combination of exciting look and impeccable functionality must not be a basic question of money: Already in the beginner segment, CENTURION utilizes materials and production technologies which guarantee reliable riding fun for years. For instance, already our “Eco” and “Basic” aluminium frames consist of a 6061 alloy which combines a low weight on

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the one hand with very convincing stiffness data on the other. And thanks to the high-pressure “Technoforming System”, single frame tubes get specific shapes which harmonize form and function optimally with regard to the respective field of application. Exciting designs are therefore found in all CENTURION price ranges. To ensure that you can still enjoy your CENTURION even after a long period of demanding cycling, we attach great importance to controls relevant for the safety and quality of our bikes. One essential requirement is that we accept only R & D partners working reliably in full accordance with our specifications. In addition, each concept is checked meticulously until completion – with the help of external experts as well as on our own in-house test benches which are compliant to the strict “tour” standard. Simultaneously, international norms and guideline values must be fulfilled and even be surpassed in most cases. “Just besides“ all this function and quality, CENTURION bikes repeatedly manage to look outstandingly beautiful. This is attested by numerous awards such as the international design prize “Focus Open” which was won in Silver by our pedelec E-Fire (2011) and by our Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.29 (2012). We think that this is all right with you, isn’t it – or is there any argument against the perfected combination of visual appearance and performance?

Matthias Fingerle Head of R&D at CENTURION High technical development demands can only be transported optimally by equally sophisticated designs. That’s why the designers and engineers at CENTURION work at eye level with each other from the outset.

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Carbon Technology The black gold for bikers and road racers fas·ci·na·tion [fæsɪ’neɪʃən]: appealing, captivating effect; adorable charisma, attractiveness. Since the bicycle has started its continuous triumph in our society at the end of the 19th century, especially its construction and the raw materials primarily used have changed with a lasting effect. While the very first bikes still were real steel monsters, modern versions are preferably made of light aluminium alloys – or of carbon. Just the sheer sound of this famous word is often enough to raise the attention of bike enthusiasts. Because the latter know all too well that this fascinating and cutting-edge raw material offers almost unlimited possibilities with regard to frame construction and frame design. But basically, it is wrong to describe carbon as a raw material: the technically correct term would be “carbon-fibre reinforced plastic”. Because the “black gold” is a highly complex mixture of all those carbon fibres, special resins (the so-called “matrix“) and especially its developers’ comprehensive experience. When we look at the sophisticated structure of individual frame sections, carbon fibres with different characteristics and alignment concepts can be observed – purposefully integrated into the special matrix to provide the respective frame section with its specific characteristics. One example: A bottom bracket as the maximally stiff transformation point of the rider’s pedal power has a different structure and therefore a different character in comparison to e. g. seat or chain stays which have to offer stiffness as well as enough flexibility for cutiing-edge rearstay comfort. As one of the first bike brands, CENTURION has already recognized the advantages of carbon very early: Fascinating lightness,

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Elegant function Carbon is a real blessing – equally for developers, designers and of course definitely for you as an enthused biker. Because besides its unrivalled lightness, carbon offers inestimable advantages with regard to functional shaping. Whenever a special frame part is due to be designed to perform its specific duty as beautifully as possible, the fibre composite material is a highly regarded partner.

unrivalled options with regard to frame design and hence a very special predestination to realize the technically different demands of a bike frame optimally at the construction’s individual sections. Thus carbon bikes are an inherent part of the CENTURION product program also in MY 2014. Especially road racers can look forward to a true carbon highlight for the new season: The Gigadrive has been revised completely and presents itself for 2014 as a clearly identifiable CENTURION with several technical finesses. With only 1050 g (at frame height 56 cm), the new frame offers the typical lightness of carbon – but without touching the limits of lightweight constructions with all their imponderables. Internal routing of all cables and wires (suitable for mechanical as well as for electronic shifting components) speaks the language of the future. The special concept of the new Gigadrive ensures that the BB and headtube sections combine – due to maximal stiffness data – sportive propulsion and top-level tracking precision with the cutting-edge comfort of slim rear stays, actively supported by the suitability for tyre widths up to 28 mm. Thus the Gigadrive is a sportive sprinter as well as a long-distance partner in equal measure. But not only fans of slim tyres are completely convinced by carbon: Also passionate MTB riders – hardtail as well as fully pilots – clearly benefit from the outstanding characteristics of hightech carbon models. Especially the total weight of a bike which is designed for mastering even the steepest uphills successfully can never be low enough. Our brand-new 27.5” hardtail Backfire Carbon.27, the Transalp winner bike Backfire Carbon.29 and ›

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the 29” fully Numinis Carbon.29 even three times satisfy wishes for carbon. With outstanding 950 g (at frame height 46 cm), the scales level off already early in the case of our new racing hardtail Backfire Carbon.27 – excellent data for a frame of the new wheelset size. All the more pleasant: The postulate for modern features such as internal cable routing or a 12 mm thru-axle at the rear is fulfilled very impressively. Due to CENTURION’s typically tapered steerer, the carbon racer convinces with top-level steering precision. Due to the broad connection with High Direct Mount derailleur, the bottom bracket presents itself equally stiff and thus propulsionorientated. On the other hand, comfort rules at the rearstay: Thin stays, a brake mount relocated into the rear frame triangle and a slim seat tube for a 27.2 mm seat post caress the athlete’s backside. The two Twentyniners of CENTURION MY 2014 have been re-engineered partially: The frame weight of the racing hardtail Backfire Carbon.29 has been reduced by 80 g – certainly one of the factors which made this bike the fastest machine at the 2013 version of the legendary BIKE Transalp. And our already completely convincing tour fully Numinis Carbon.29 transfers its well-proven 12 mm rear thru-axle to the aluminium equivalents of the series – for even more stiffness and considerably simplified wheel change.

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Incredibly versatile Besides the design aspect, especially the versatility of the raw material makes carbon frames so fascinating. Depending on the respective alignment concepts which connect the single carbon fibres at certain positions, different load profiles occur. The impressive versatility of the black gold is attested by the very different functions of for example a rearstay rocker link, or of an intelligently integrated derailleur hanger or of a supported top tube construction (e. g. at our carbon fully Numinis Carbon).

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Float Link & Virtual Pivot Point The best solution for each task chas·sis [ʃæsi]: the total of a vehicle’s front and rear axle components which provide guidance and suspension while connecting the wheels to the vehicle. There are a lot of different factors which determine if a fully functions optimally and offers its pilot the performance she/he expects from her/his MTB with front and rear suspension. At the same time, the respectively selected chassis system itself influences several aspects – therefore the chassis always plays a key role. For MY 2014, CENTURION equips the models Numinis.29 and No Pogo.27 with the excellent “Float” system which is a so-called “supported single-pivot construction”. On the other hand, our Trailbanger features a “Virtual Pivot Point” (VPP) – the question is why? No matter which rearstay solution is selected by a bike engineer: Inevitably, an R&D expert has to consider some advantages of a certain system as more important than those of a rivalling one – and must therefore accept instantaneously that other aspects fade into the background. This understanding with regard to technical realization is of crucial importance for the answer to the question which solution might be the best one for full-suspension bikes. Clear answer: Each and none. Because as less as there is the MTB, the situation does not exist for MTB riders. Therefore the task always is to find the optimum compromise – but to realize this compromise finally in a no-compromise way and without any technical deficits. For 2014, our All-Mountain bike No Pogo has been upgraded from 26“ to the new wheelset standard of 27.5“. It is a ideal example to understand the decision process for a certain MTB

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Hannes Genze, CENTURION R&D Engineer Fully is not equal to fully – depending on demand and field of application, different solutions for an optimal chassis are required. At CENTURION, long and extensive tests reveal which option achieves the best result for the biker finally.

chassis system: So far, the No Pogo (like the 160 mm Enduro model Trailbanger) was a quad-pivot construction with virtual pivot point. Greatest advantage of this concept: An always active chassis which does not get rigid even with pulled rear brake while keeping highly sensible surface contact. Especially Enduro pilots trust in this advantage during tough downhills with many obstacles. But the No Pogo’s transformation to the new wheelset size of 27.5” was inevitably connected with a higher weight – not very desirable for a bike which (in contrast to an Enduro) wants to convince totally also in every uphill situation. Thus the task for the CENTURION R&D department was to revise the chassis if necessary and to achieve a weight reduction in the first instance. In spite of slight sacrifices regarding braking neutrality, a supported single-pivot rearstay basically performs as convincingly as a VPP system while saving a perceptible amount of weight. Thus this concept was tested as one of several options in the new No Pogo.27 – finally with success. Because as an All-Mountain bike, the No Pogo.27 is allowed to have slightly less braking neutrality since it is moved less often on typical Enduro terrain. But simultaneously, it wants to be pedalled considerably more often – mainly in uphill direction. The main difference between the functional concepts of the two systems is also the eponym of the Virtual Pivot Point: The rear wheel of a supported single-pivot construction always rotates around the same point – thus the rearstay follows a circular path during deflection. In contrast, a VPP system revolves around a moving virtual pivot point whose curve can be defined by the developer.

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E-Bikes A true support for your hobby mo·bil·ity guar·an·tee [mə(ʊ)’bɪləti gærən’ti:]: guarantee which […] ensures the further movement of the respective person. Since the subject “e-bike“ entered the awareness of our society a few years ago, much has happened: More and more people trust in the sustainable mobility of the “supported” bikes whose refinement is advancing constantly – a fact which, frankly speaking, is of great delight for us! Not because CENTURION as an experienced bike manufacturer may take benefit from this positive development – but because we are completely convinced that it is indisputably crucial to continue this trend and to integrate e-bikes even stronger and stronger into our everyday life: It remains a fact that rethinking with regard to the use of fossil fuels is utterly essential for survival. And the more intelligently this way is followed, the better it is for mankind and nature. Thus CENTURION announces and presents several sophisticated e-bike novelties also for MY 2014: Besides the completely new E-Fire Tour, our well-proven models E-Fire and E-Co have been revised. And the E-MTB Backfire E.29 benefits as well from the additional innovations which are supplied by the German drivetrain specialist Bosch for MY 2014. The CENTURION e-bike program for the new season includes a total of 25 pedelec variants basing on four different models. Our R&D experts have successfully improved the already established E-Fire Sport and the low-entry version E-Co: A new down tube provides even more effective protection of the intelligently integrated cables and wires while a now tapered head tube (increasing from 1 1/8” at the top to 1.5” at the bottom) enhances

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Powerful, dynamic, elegant In MY 2014, not only the new E-Fire Tour is an enrichment in the range of CENTURION’s product program of modern pedelecs: In addition, the drivetrain specialists at Bosch have again improved their already outstanding midengine concept perceptibly. First of all, the new drivetrain unit clearly convinces with even more sensitive control electronics. Also remarkable: Bosch now delights with a distinctively more integrative design.

the steerer’s stiffness. The new dropouts offer not only improved and easier adjustment but also enable drivetrain concepts with coaster brakes for the very first time now. In addition, the E-Fire Sport’s innovative two-piece top tube has been modified slightly: The clever storage compartment is now at disposal with improved functionality. The model “Tour” is completely new as a symbiosis of our racy E-Fire Sport and the low-entry bike E-Co: Its front frame triangle arises from the “Sport” frame but features a (by 3 cm) shorter seat tube and a top tube which is attached in a considerably lower position. In connection with the E-Co’s rear section, the new E-Fire combines sportiness and comfort in a quite impressive way. All CENTURION pedelecs of MY 2014 (incl. the E-MTB Backfire E.29) share the new Bosch drivetrain components. From now on, e-bike fans can choose between the economically optimized “Active Line” and the decidedly sporting “Performance Line”. Both versions still feature three highly sensitive sensors. But thanks to an upgrade (now 1000 measurements per second), these sensors allow an even more precise adaption to the rider’s individual demands in the new season. Due to the newly integrated transmission at the drive pinion, the so-called chain engagement could be reduced for the benefit of a higher reliability of the overall system. Re-engineered accumulators and battery chargers complement the Bosch drivetrain in MY 2014. All e-bike models are presented on page 116 ff or in our all new E-Bike catalogue 2014.

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Classic 26“, brand-new 27.5” or successfully established 29”? MTB riders can select between three wheelset sizes. This might appear confusing at the very first sight only – but then a closer look reveals many possibilities. CENTURION explains how the three aspects “weight”, “overrun performance” and “traction/grip” define the character of a wheelset – and which compromise a particular biker should choose for her or his requirements.

System Comparison 26 / 27.5 / 29 Inch + 5 %

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Weight Due to the fact that MTB pilots cycle on hilly or mountainous terrain, the weight generally plays a key role. According to the laws of physics, the wheelset has a great importance as a rotating mass which must be accelerated again and again with each crank revolution. Therefore: The lighter, the better. While 29” wheels are about 12 % heavier than 26” versions of comparable quality, 27.5” variants put just about 5 % more on the scales. As a basic principle, a 26” wheel of the same quality will ever be the lightest option. But: Already 27.5” models offer other advantages (see right) at an extra but hardly perceptible weight. And Twentyniners convince with benefits which are achievable neither by 26” nor by 27.5” wheels while offsetting the additional wheelset weight under certain conditions – depending on the field of application. The more a better rolling performance and an increased traction/grip are required, the more likely 29” are recommended. The more emphasis is put on weight and acceleration, the smaller a wheelset is selected.

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Overrun Performance If or roots or rocks or ledges: Off the paved road, an MTB rider faces quite a number of different challenges which have to be mastered by bike. A wheelset’s overrun performance at such obstacles is significantly defined by its diameter and the utilized air pressure. The rule of thumb in this case: The bigger a wheelset is, the more “unimpressed” is its behaviour when rolling over roots and other obstacles. And: The bigger a wheelset is, the lower is the possible air pressure at identical rider weight. In turn, a lower air pressure means a tyre with better flexing characteristics which again results in a better overrun performance. If we consider the relative angle in which the different wheelset sizes roll against and over hindrances mentioned above, Twentyniners master this task with remarkable -6 % in comparison to a 26” version. But already the 27.5” wheel does achieve two thirds of this improved performance. The more a rider favours smooth overrunning, the bigger should be the selected wheelset standard.

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Traction / Grip The better the wheel grip, the more safety for the biker. Furthermore: Higher grip has the effective result of higher potential speeds – really essential for racers. Traction does play an important role for MTB riders whose cycling terrain per se offers less grip than e. g. asphalt and which equally involves steep uphills and downhills. Besides the selected tyre profile, two different aspects are important for the best possible grip qualities: The footprint (contact area between tyre profile and surface) and the chosen air pressure. Concerning the latter: The lower, the more grip. At identical rider weight, Twentyniner tyres are utilized with about 0.3 to 0.4 bar less; in the case of 27.5” versions, the air pressure is reduced by another 0.2 bar. Thus a bigger wheelset offers correspondent advantages. The same applies to the footprint achieved at identical air pressure. Twentyniners range at the top of the respective comparison: They provide a plus of 50 % as against to 26”, but already 27.5” result in a bonus of 33 %.

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Backfire Fit Fitness for everyone

These days, “fitness” is an omnipresent term. In our times, “being fit” seems to be more desirable than ever. Some people even declare the MTB as an appropriate instrument for preserving fitness in a pleasurable way. Rightly so! But what about those who are just standing at the beginning of this way? All those who want to get “fit” but are still lacking this healthy state at the moment? Those riders who do not feel comfortable on all too sportive bikes with speedorientated geometry, flat cockpit and stretched seating position? The answer is quite simple and closer as you might think: He – or, with pleasure, she – rides a genuine “Fit” in form of a CENTURION Backfire Fit. And trusts in the thoughtful engineering skills of our complete R&D department whose leisure time has still not begun after designing, drawing and constructing our bikes that are made and intended for cyclists with sportive ambitions. But a Backfire Fit with its slightly “smoother” character does not have to hide behind our athletically orientated mountain bikes – definitely no chance! This would be noticed immediately! Because: The basic concept of our Backfire Fit series is to enhance a mountain bike’s “wellness factor” while preserving the sportive character. To achieve this successfully, we have primar-

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ily lowered the seating position: Thanks to BB lowering by 2 cm and a somewhat flatter seat angle, our Fit series has a gentler geometry. Together with the slightly longer head tube, this results in a seating position which is more upright than that of “conventional” mountain bikes – but still without geometric analogies to trekking or city bikes. Desired side effect: When stopping at traffic lights or interesting sights, the rider’s feet are able to touch the ground always in time and safely – another concession our developers have made to the special genes of the Backfire Fit series. In addition, getting in and off the saddle is comparatively easier thanks to the stronger top tube slope towards the seat tube. A Top Tube Length

For 2014, CENTURION offers three Backfire Fit models – all with special geometry as already mentioned, the 30 and 50 model even additionally as lady variants with again lower entry concept. To ensure that really nothing stands in your way to individual fitness any more!

Backfire Fit 585 mm Backfire 605 mm B Top Tube Length Backfire Fit 155 mm Backfire 140 mm C BB Lowering Backfire Fit 50 mm Backfire 30 mm

At frame height 51 cm

EVE Lady Bikes An optimal framework for female bikers Women differ from men in many respects: Their cognition and thinking as well as, consequentially, their actions and reasoning do follow comparatively different patterns. And not only since yesterday, we have been knowing that also the female anatomy has its very own structure – although the latter seems to be basically identical to the male version except for all obvious and immediately perceptible differences. But one essential aspect is shared by men and women in an equal measure: The desire to have fun! And when “she” or “he” rides a bike for this purpose at the latest, it could be assumed that both genders follow an identical way to an identical destination. But far from it! It is a great mistake to think that female and male cyclists are able to enjoy the same fun on the same bikes: An anatomically different pelvic area requires a different seat contact to the bike while narrower shoulders call for a correspondingly narrower cockpit – in the best case also equipped with brake and shifting levers optimally accessible also by shorter fingers. All those and many other aspects are taken into account by the CENTURION EVE series. Because in our opinion, a genuine “lady line” does not only represent female-orientated decoration and colour concepts but especially “framework requirements” which

are literally and consequently tailored to ladyspecific demands. Besides the suspension elements which are specifically adapted to a lower pilot weight, especially the EVE MTB geometry is a real eye-catcher: At identical frame height and corresponding rearstay dimensions, a shorter top tube is complemented by a comparatively higher cockpit position. This combination does result in a still very sportive but also slightly more upright und thus more relaxed seating position. In addition, the top tube bend and the BB lowering by 5 mm provide safe ground contact for female feet at every stop. Very down-to-earth, isn’t it? Our EVE MTBs also feature tyres with lower rolling resistance, together with specifically adapted grips and levers as well as shorter saddles with broader rear sections. Maximum comfort + maximum fun = 100 % CENTURION!

A Top Tube Length EVE 575 mm Backfire 590 mm B Head Tube Length EVE 140 mm Backfire 125 mm C BB Lowering EVE 35 mm Backfire 30 mm

At frame height 46 cm

Technology

Mountain

Numinis.29 29er Marathon / Tour

Full Suspension Suspension-travel specialists for all terrains

Our Twentyniner fully Numinis.29 embodies MTB touring: It offers 100 mm travel at the equally sensitive and drivetrain-neutral “Float Link” rearstay as well as optimally corresponding 120 mm at the lockable suspension fork. With an excellent traction/grip, comfort and downhill safety, this model convinces demanding bikers from tours through low mountain ranges up to crossings of the Alps. Available in different aluminium and carbon versions. Suspension travel at front / rear: 120 / 100 mm Fork and rear shock lockable (some models: ■ lockout from the cockpit) ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 180 mm ■ Direct-mount derailleur, post-mount brake retainer ■ Thru-axle diameter at front / rear: 15 / 12 mm ■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“) ■ 2 x 10 or 3 x 10 Shimano drivetrain ■ NEW for 2014: improved cable routing for the rear derailleur ■ ■

Overview Full Suspension

No Pogo 27.5 All Mountain

Trailbanger Enduro

Since the No Pogo entered the world’s trails in the 1990s as first full-suspension bike without annoying drivetrain influences, it has changed a few times – but always without negating its character! In MY 2014, the 145 mm AM bike rolls on 27.5” tyres while delighting with an equally sensitive and drivetrain-neutral “Float Link” rearstay. Modern details such as internal cable routing and thru-axles round up the package.

With mighty 160 mm travel at the rear, the only CENTURION fully with VPP demonstrates its superb performance especially on obstacle-rich and technically most demanding terrain. The 170 mm suspension fork guides our Trailbanger with a flat steering angle of 67° and underlines this Enduro’s strong dowhill ambitions. But due to a steep seating angle of 72.5° and a weight just above 14 kg, mastering the counter slope is no problem as well.

Suspension travel at front / rear: 150 resp. 140 / 145 mm Fork and rear shock lockable ■ (some models: lockout from the cockpit) ■ Lowerable fork ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 180 mm ■ Direct-mount derailleur, post-mount brake retainer ■ Thru-axle diameter at front / rear: 15 / 12 mm ■ Lowerable seatpost (some models: operable from the cockpit) ■ 2 x 10 or 3 x 10 Shimano drivetrain

Suspension travel at front / rear: 170 / 160 mm Lockable rear shock, lowerable fork ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 203 / 180 mm ■ Direct-mount derailleur, post-mount brake retainer ■ Thru-axle diameter at front / rear: 20 / 12 mm ■ Lowerable seatpost (some models: operable from the cockpit) ■ 2 x 10 Shimano drivetrain ■ NEW for 2014: improved cable routing for the rear derailleur

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29er Marathon / Tour

Numinis.29 The perfect tour bike in·ter·pre·ta·tion [ɪntɜ:prɪ’teɪʃən]: exegesis, perception, depiction. Especially in recent years, MTBs have experienced intense further development and refinement – in perfect accordance with the ever more different and growing demands of their riders. In earlier days, there were no discussions about wheelset sizes, suspension travels or tyre widths. But today, MTB pilots enjoy an almost unlimited portfolio of great possibilities. As an MTB brand right from the start and as an alpine-crossing pioneer, CENTURION knows quite well how to interpret the perfect tour bike. MTB riders who tour low mountain ranges or the Alps are very demanding with regard to their material – and rightly so: Their bike must definitely be light enough for uphills, has to enable smooth pedalling and must offer reliable grip also on steep passages. Playfulness provides fun on “flowy” trails while the downhills benefit from a high directional stability. With our Numinis.29, we have created a bike combining all those virtues in the best possible way: Due to the essential advantages of a big-wheeled 29er, the 100 mm fully offers superior rolling qualities. Its geometry and kinematics satisfy all demands for an equally sensitive and drivetrain-neutral bike. In 2014, the carbon models still convince with e. g. a 12 mm thru-axle at the rear while the aluminium variants benefit from an improved cable routing for the rear derailleur. The equally convincing setup of the Numinis.29 includes 120 mm front suspension travel, a double or triple chainring and generously dimensioned disc brakes – actively supported by modern features such as direct-mount derailleurs, post-mount brakes or Pressfit bottom brackets.

Numinis Carbon Ult. Race.29 Frame Numinis-D Carbon 29, Federweg: 120/100 mm Sizes 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Rock Shox SID XX, tapered 15 mm, 120 mm tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Shock DT Swiss X313 Remote LO Chainwheel Shimano XTR, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano XTR Press-Fit BB91 Derailleur front Shimano XTR Derailleur rear Shimano XTR long cage Shifters Shimano XTR Brakes Formula R1 Racing 180/180 mm Brake levers Formula R1 Racing Rims Stan´s NoTubes ZTR Crest 29er Hubs DT 240s VR 15 QR / HR 12x142 mm Spokes DT Swiss aerolite Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano XTR 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano XTR Handlebar PRC Riser Carbon OS, 680 mm Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Selle Italia SLR Seatpost PRC Carbon, 31.6 mm Pedals keine

29er Marathon / Tour

Numinis Carbon Ultimate 3.29 Frame Numinis-D Carbon 29, Federweg: 120/100 mm Sizes 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD Fit Factory 120 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Shock Fox Float CTD BV SV Perf. 165 x 38 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 38/24T Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT Handlebar PRC Riser Carbon OS, 680 mm Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost PRC Carbon, 31.6 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,4 kg

Numinis Ultimate 2.29 Frame Numinis-D 29, AL butted, Federweg: 120/100 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD O/C Evo. 120 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Shock Fox Float CTD SV Evolution 165 x 38 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 31.6 mm Pedals keine Weight 12,9 kg

29er Marathon / Tour

Numinis 800.29 Frame Numinis-D 29, AL butted, Federweg: 120/100 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour Epicon XC 120 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Shock Manitou Radium Expert 165 x 38 mm Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru 15x100 mm / Deore E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 31.6 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,4 kg

29er Marathon / Tour

27.5 All Mountain

No Pogo.27 The timeless classic wealth of ex·peri·ence [welθ ɒv ɪk’spɪəriən(t)s]: the total of all experiences someone has made and has at her/ his disposal. For a long time, MTBs had neither front nor rear suspension systems. But even with the appearance of front suspension forks, the chassis was by no means complete. The problem: The so-called “pogo” (annoying, permanent deflection during pedalling) of MTBs with additional rear suspension was so unfavourable that bikers did not care about the advantages of the system. But with the “No Pogo” concept, CENTURION as the first German manufacturer finally created a really working kinematics in the 1990s. Since those days, the No Pogo has been an inherent part of the CENTURION product portfolio. Nevertheless, our timeless classic has been refined again and again. For Season 2014, our R&D experts have created another new and great generation – this time with 27.5” tyres which are the basis for several exciting highlights. A large suspension travel (front / rear 150 / 145 mm) and torsion-resistant, easily operable thru-axle concepts (front / rear 15 / 12 mm) make our 2014 No Pogo a genuine downhill fun device. But at the same time, the supported single-pivot construction offers a best possible pedalling performance. Thus the character of the current No Pogo still remembers its roots. As a result, the 2014 version does present itself as an All-Mountain fully convincing especially during tours with high technical demand. The modern interpretation of our timeless classic is also underlined by (mostly) internal cable routing, a lowerable seatpost and the choice between a double or a triple chainring.

No Pogo Ultimate 2.27 Frame No Pogo-D 27.5, AL butted, Federweg: 150/145 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color black (white/red) Fork Fox 32 Talas 27.5 CTD Fit Perf. 150-120 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Shock Fox Float CTD SV Evolution 190 x 50 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 38/24T Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shadow+ Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano SLX 180 mm Brake levers Shimano SLX Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Charger Pro Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Evo Line 27.5*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimao SLX Handlebar FSA Afterburner Low Riser, 740 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock LEV DX125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals keine Weight 13,2 kg

27.5 All Mountain

No Pogo 800.27 Frame No Pogo-D 27.5, AL butted, Federweg: 150/145 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour Epicon 150 Remote LO 15 QLR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Shock Manitou Radium Expert 190 x 50 mm Chainwheel Shimano M552, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shadow+ Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims Alex MD21 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru 15x100 mm/ Deore E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Perf. Line 27.5*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 710 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock Super Natural 125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,6 kg

27.5 All Mountain

Enduro

Trailbanger The omnipotent fun rocket pow·er pack [paʊəʳ pæk]: machine, device etc with great power, especially a fast motor vehicle with powerful engine. No – also in MY 2014, our Trailbanger does not need the support of a motor. But nevertheless, the 160 mm fully does remain the “power pack” among the CENTURION bikes. Since its successful market launch, our bike for really tough purposes has demonstrated and proved impressively that Enduro is increasingly and rightly interpreted as an MTB category which does not exclusively focus on downhill riding any more. Of course, also our 2014 Trailbanger is primarily a bike which convinces especially with its downhill performance – thanks to mighty 170 mm travel at the front* and 160 mm at the rear section which absorbs any surface bumps quite effectively. As a well-engineered quad-pivot construction with “Virtual Pivot Point” (VPP), the chassis utilizes the available suspension travel optimally while remaining very sensitive and free of brake influences. At the same time, it convinces the Enduro rider with superb pedalling: Even with an unlocked shock, the bobbing tendencies remain minimal. Thus our Trailbanger is equally suitable for technically most challenging trails as well as for bike-park adventures. New for 2014 is the optimized cable routing for the rear derailleur. Furthermore, there are well-proven configuration elements such as thru-axles (front / rear 20 / 12 mm), a large-dimensioned braking system or a lowerable seatpost. And with a low weight just over 14 kg**, our Trailbanger underlines its ambition to prevent its pilot virtually from sweating also on the counter slope.

*Lowerable and lockable (depending on model) **Model version Ultimate 2 (frame height 46 cm)

Trailbanger Ultimate 2 Frame Trailbanger-D, AL butted, Federweg: 170/160 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color yellow (white/black) Fork Fox 36 Talas 170 RC2 Fit Factory 170-130 20 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Shock Fox Float CTD SV BV Factory 200 x 56 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore Double XT, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shadow+ Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Zee 203/180 mm Brake levers Shimano ZEE Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Charger Pro Tires Schwalbe Hans Dampf Evo Line 26*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar Gravity Light OS Low Riser, 740 mm Stem Gravity Light, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock LEV DX125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals keine Weight 14,5 kg

Enduro

Trailbanger 800 Frame Trailbanger-D, AL butted, Federweg: 170/160 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour Durolux 170-130 20 QLC tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Shock Manitou Radium Expert 200 x 56 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore Double, 38/24T Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shadow+ Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 203/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims Alex MD-23 Hubs Shimano Zee E-Thru 20x110 mm / Zee E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Hans Dampf Perf. Line 26*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 710 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock Super Natural 125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 14,9 kg

Enduro

Hardtails MTB performance in any wheelset size

Backfire.29 29er Cross-Country / Marathon

Backfire.27 27.5 Cross-Country / Marathon

The Transalp winner bike of our TEAM CENTURION VAUDE! Thanks to their sportive geometry, the aluminium versions as well as the carbon models convince all MTB riders who are looking for a 100 mm hardtail with all its advantages: Outstanding rolling performance, reliable traction/grip in every situation and considerably increased comfort in comparison to 26” bikes make Twentyniners the long-distance hardtails of the future.

The new star in the hardtail sky – thanks to 27.5”! From Season 2014 on, the perceptible advantages of bigger wheels can also be enjoyed by all those bikers who were hesitant to decide to ride a Twentyniner up to now. Our new Backfire.27 opens the fascinating world of 27.5” wheels for many eager hardtail fans: From the outset, it is available as a technically sophisticated aluminium version as well as a high-end carbon variant.

Suspension travel: 100 mm Suspension fork lockable (some models: ■ lockout from the cockpit) ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 180 mm ■ resp. 180 / 160 mm* ■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“) ■ Carbon models with direct-mount derailleur ■ and 12 mm thru-axle ■ Carbon and “Sport” aluminium frames both ■ with “Press Fit” BB ■ NEW for 2014: weight reduction by 80 g for ■ the carbon frame ■ NEW for 2014: post-mount brake retainer now ■ also at the “Sport” frame

Overview Hardtails

Suspension travel: 100 mm Suspension fork lockable (some models: lockout from the cockpit) ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 160 mm ■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“)* ■ Weight of the carbon frame just 950 g (at frame height 46 cm) ■ Internal cable routing (carbon and “Sport” frame) plus 12 mm thru-axle (carbon frame) ■ E xceptionally wide drivetrain selection (Shimano, Sram, 9- or 10-speed)

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Backfire Cross-Country

Backfire FIT Comfort

EVE Lady Bikes

R’Bock Youth & Kids

They are and do still remain the embodiment of the MTB: Classic 26” bikes with all the advantages of a robust and reliable off-roader. Also in Season 2014, CENTURION continues the wellproven concept of aluminium starter models and has even given it an upgrade: The “EQ” variant of our Backfire is excellent for city cycling and compliant to all road traffic regulations. All versions come along with a moderately sportive geometry.

You are not obliged to hunt for highest athletic laurels as soon as you ride an MTB! And especially not if the latter is named Backfire FIT and is specifically designed for transferring the basic advantages of a robust 26“ off-roader to a cycling level particularly suitable in your free time. Due to the shorter top tube and to the lower BB position, this hardtail is a real recommendation for all those who want to pedal in a leisurely way.

Framework conditions specifically for ladies: The 26” and the 29” bikes of our EVE series equally convince with a longer headtube, a lower BB position and a special top tube geometry. But even if “she” does not only look for any functional peculiarities: The distinct frame decors or the lady saddle with its intelligent adaption to the female anatomy will surely convince “her” at the latest that EVE comes directly from paradise.

We happily remember some events from childhood days for our lifetime: the first soccer goal, the first night in a summer camp, the first kiss. And what about the first bike? Unfortunately, the first bike is often not the right one and is thus forgotten very soon. CENTURION has something against that – in a double literal sense! Already our 12“ trainer bikes are designed to supply maximum joy for children and parents.

Suspension travel: 100 mm Suspension fork lockable (some models) ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 160 mm ■ Optionally available with calliper brakes ■ “Eco“ aluminium frame manufactured ■ in high quality ■ 3 x 7 or 3 x 8 Shimano drivetrain ■ Available in frame sizes 31 to 61 cm* ■ NEW for 2014: “EQ” model with full ■ compliance to road traffic regulations

Suspension travel: 80 mm Suspension fork lockable (some models) ■ Calliper or disc brakes (depending on model) ■ Various lady versions available ■ “Eco“ or “Basic“ aluminium frame manufactured in high quality ■ 3 x 7, 3 x 8 or 3 x 9 Shimano drivetrain ■ Carrier and kickstand installation possible

Suspension travel: 100 mm Suspension fork lockable (some models: lockout from the cockpit) ■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 180 mm resp. 180 / 160 mm* ■ O ptionally available with calliper brakes ■ “Eco“ or “Basic“ aluminium frame manufactured in high quality ■ Special geometry: Shorter (by 15 mm) top tube, longer (by 15 mm) head tube ■ 3 x 7, 3 x 8, 3 x 9 or 3 x 10 Shimano drivetrain ■ Carrier and kickstand installation possible*

Trainer bike with optimized carrying weight Always age-appropriate drivetrain options ■ A luminium frames from 12“ on manufactured in high quality ■ 16” versions optionally with 3-speed gear hub ■ From 20” on optionally with 40 or 50 mm suspension forks ■ NEW for 2014: R’Bock Ultimate 24 Race as a weight-optimized bike for kids’ first competitions. Highlights: air suspension fork, lightweight tyres, powerful calliper brakes

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29er Cross-Country / Marathon

Backfire.29 A bike for winners win·ner [‘wɪnəʳ]: someone who has triumphed in a fight, competition etc; a victor. Not without certain pride, the Backfire.29 starts into Season 2014: In 2012, the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE rider Markus Kaufmann became German Marathon Champion on our Twentyniner hardtail. Furthermore in the summer of 2013, he triumphed in the prestigious MTB stage race “BIKE Transalp” together with his team mate Jochen Kaess. Graced by these laurels, the Backfire.29 is a recommendation for all those who are looking for a fast race hardtail or for a bike which convinces with a sportive touring character. The aluminium as well as the carbon versions of the Backfire.29 convince with a sportive geometry which put the big wheels’ essential advantages into practice in the best possible way: Easier rolling over obstacles and bumps, stronger traction/grip and increased comfort are typical Twentyniner virtues. Thanks to its tapered head tube with a steep steering angle (70.5°)*, the Backfire.29 carries out all control orders of its pilot very directly and delights with meticulous steering precision which pays off especially during challenging downhills. The quite stiff bottom bracket does provide powerful propulsion while the seat stay design and the slim 27.2 mm seat post do ensure outstanding comfort at the rear. All carbon frames trust in the 12 mm thru-axle standard for an easy as well as friction-free change of the rear wheel. In the new season, also the “Sport” aluminium models shine with internal cable routing. New for 2014: A new fibre layup reduces the weight of our 2014 Backfire Carbon.29 by another 80 g* in comparison to the previous model.

* At frame height 46 cm

Backfire Carbon Ult. Race.29 Frame MTB Carbon-D 29 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon(white/red) Fork Rock Shox SID World Cup XX 100 mm 15QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Chainwheel Sram X.0, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Sram attached Derailleur front Sram X.0 S3 Derailleur rear Sram XX long cage Shifters Sram XX Trigger Brakes Formula R1 Racing 180/160 mm Brake levers Formula R1 Racing Rims Stan´s NoTubes Crest Hubs DT 240s VR 15 QR / HR 142x12 mm Spokes DT Swiss aerolite Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph / Thunder Burt Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Sram XG-1099, 11-36 Z. Chain Sram PC-1091 Handlebar PRC Top Flat Carbon OS 660 Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Selle Italia SLR Seatpost PRC Carbon, Ø27.2 Pedals keine

29er Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.29 Frame MTB Carbon-D 29 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (red/white) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD Fit Factory 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT HG-95 Handlebar PRC Top Flat Carbon OS 660 Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost PRC Carbon, Ø27.2 Pedals keine Weight 10,2 kg

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 2.29 Frame MTB Carbon-D 29 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/grey) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD O/C Evo. 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 40/30/22 Z.

BB-Set

Shimano

Deore

Press-Fit

BB71

Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar FSA Afterburner Flat, 685 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost FSA Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 10,7 kg

29er Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 1.29 Frame MTB Carbon-D 29 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Team green) Fork Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100 Remote 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore XT E-Thru 15x100 mm/ Deore XT E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,8 kg

Backfire Ultimate 3.29 Frame MTB Sport-D 29, AL double butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color black (red/white) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD Fit 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT HG-95 Handlebar FSA Afterburner Flat, 685 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost FSA Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,2 kg

29er Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire Ultimate 2.29 Frame MTB Sport-D 29, AL double butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/dark silver/silver) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD O/C Evo. 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 40/30/22 Z.

BB-Set

Shimano

Deore

Press-Fit

BB71

Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 12,0 kg

Backfire Ultimate 1.29 Frame MTB Sport-D 29, AL double butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/Team green) Fork Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm

Brake

levers

Shimano

M505

Rims

Alex

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore XT E-Thru / Deore XT Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 12,6 kg

29er Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire 800.29 Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/silver) Fork SR Suntour Epicon XC 100 Remote LO 15 QR Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru / Deore Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,6 kg

Backfire 600.29 Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (red/white) Fork SR Suntour Raidon XC 100 Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M445 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,2 kg

29er Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire 400.29 Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color 1. mat anthrazite (white/cyan) / 2. black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCM 100 Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 44/32/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/180 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 29*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 14,5 kg

Backfire 100.29 Frame MTB Eco-D 29, AL Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color 1. silk mat black (white/yellow) / 2. black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/180 mm

Brake

levers

Tektro

HDC-330 Rims Alex

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 29*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 14,4 kg

29er Cross-Country/Marathon

27.5 Cross-Country / Marathon

Backfire.27 The golden mean new·com·er [nju:kamɐ]: someone who is new in a trade, business etc and still has not got much experience but already a certain success. For decades, the wheelset size of 26“ has been the reference for MTB riders – followed by the meanwhile firmly established Twentyniners. Now there is a third option: A close look at 27.5“ quickly reveals this new standard’s possibilities. While 26” wheels are light, stiff and agile, Twentyniners do convince with outstanding rolling characteristics. And what about 27.5” versions? The larger rim diameter (+ 25 mm) of the latter still ranges close enough to 26” with regard to weight and agility. But with only 38 mm less than Twentyniners, some advantages of those bigger wheels are already perceptible. That’s why 27.5” MTBs do not represent exactly the middle between both “extremes”. But they do convince all bikers who e. g. favour a mix of agility, accelerative power and lowest possible weight for racing but who want to enjoy the rolling and traction benefits of bigger wheels as well. With the Backfire.27, CENTURION introduces a representative of the new wheelset size convincing with many virtues from the outset: For example, the carbon frame impresses with a low weight of sensational 950 g though our R&D experts trust in internal cable routing and in the 12 mm thru-axle standard at the rear wheel. With top stiffness data and a comfortable rearstay, the Backfire Carbon.27 is mainly designed for racers. On the other hand, the aluminium versions make the benefits of the new wheelset standard accessible for tour and leisure-time bikers.

Backfire Carbon Ult. Race.27 Frame MTB Carbon-D 27.5 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon(white/red) Fork Rock Shox SID World Cup XX 100 mm 15QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Chainwheel Sram X.0, 39/26 Z. BB-Set Sram attached Derailleur front Sram X.0 S3 Derailleur rear Sram XX long cage Shifters Sram XX Trigger Brakes Formula R1 Racing 180/160 mm Brake levers Formula R1 Racing Rims Stan´s NoTubes 27.5 Hubs DT 240s VR 15 QR / HR 12x142 mm Spokes DT Swiss aerolite Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph / Thunder Burt Evo Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Sram XG-1099 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Sram PC-1091 Handlebar PRC Top Flat Carbon OS 660 Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Selle Italia SLR Seatpost PRC Carbon, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 8,6 kg

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.27 Frame MTB Carbon-D 27.5 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD Fit Factory 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset

FSA

No.55E

ZS-3-CF

(H2128A)

Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 40/28 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT HG-95 Handlebar PRC Riser Carbon OS, 680 mm Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost PRC Carbon, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 9,8 kg

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 2.27 Frame MTB Carbon-D 27.5 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/grey) Fork Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD O/C Evo. 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT 42/32/24 Z.

BB-Set

Shimano

Deore

Press-Fit

BB71

Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain

Shimano

SLX

HG-75

Handlebar

FSA

Afterburner Low Riser, 685 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost FSA Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 10,3 kg

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 1.27 Frame MTB Carbon-D 27.5 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Team green) Fork Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100 Remote 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano FC-M552, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex MPD-14 Hubs Shimano Deore XT E-Thru 15x100 mm/ Deore XT E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,0 kg

Backfire Ultimate 3.27 Frame MTB Sport-D 27.5, AL double butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color black (white/Racing red) Fork Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD Fit Factory 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 40/28 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT HG-95 Handlebar FSA Afterburner Low Riser, 685 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost FSA Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 10,8 kg

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire Ultimate 2.27 Frame MTB Sport-D 27.5, AL double butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/dark silver/silver) Fork Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD O/C Evo. 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 42/32/24 BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,7 kg

Backfire Ultimate 1.27 Frame MTB Sport-D 27.5, AL double butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/Team green) Fork Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 mm

Brake

levers

Shimano

M505

Rims

Alex

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore XT E-Thru / Deore XT Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,9 kg

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire 800.27 Frame MTB Basic-D 27.5, AL butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/silver) Fork SR Suntour Epicon XC 100 Remote LO 15QR Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M552, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru / Deore Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,1 kg

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon

Backfire 600.27 Frame MTB Basic-D 27.5, AL butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (red/white) Fork SR Suntour Raidon XC 100 Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M445 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,6 kg

Backfire 400.27 Frame MTB Basic-D 27.5, AL butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color 1. mat anthrazite (white/cyan) / 2. black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCM 100 Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 44/32/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 27.5*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,8 kg

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon

Cross-Country

Backfire The archetype clas·sic [‘klæsɪk]: classic creation; something which has become classic. The fascinating history of the MTB reaches back to the late 1970s. The German premiere happened in 1982 – thanks to Wolfgang Renner, the alpinecrossing pioneer and the company founder of CENTURION. His first “genuine” MTB model named Country sounded the bell for a great new era of cycling which has been continuing successfully until today: Classic 26” MTBs are quite far from being outdated. Instead, their high versatility and robustness especially convince off-road beginners. 32 years after the successful introduction of the Country, our 26“ bikes of MY 2014 do offer anything necessary for an optimal start into the fascinating MTB hobby: Light and robust aluminium frames, highly reliable components and an excellent suspension fork at the front. The 100 mm travel of the latter are powerful enough to master challenges beyond forest tracks and gravel roads as well. Compared to the 27.5” and Twentyniner models, the sportiness of the geometry is slightly reduced. Therefore the Backfire is also a great recommendation for more leisurely tours. Especially the EQ variant convinces with its eclectic configuration completely compliant to road traffic regulations: This Backfire version is already equipped with fenders, with a kickstand and with a lighting system. Like all other 26” MTBs of MY 2014, it rolls on studded off-road tyres and features a triple chainring for a broad gear transmission range. In addition, the series is optionally available with disc or calliper brakes.

Backfire 100 Frame MTB Eco-D 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/yellow) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,8 kg

Cross-Country

Backfire 50 Frame MTB Eco-V 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro 857AL Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,2 kg

Backfire 50 Frame MTB Eco-V 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour

XCT

100

Lockout

Headset

A68P

Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro 857AL Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,2 kg

Cross-Country

Backfire 40 Frame MTB Eco-D 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color black (white/neon red) Fork SR Suntour XCT, 100 mm Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano M131, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro Novela 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano attached Rims A-Rim

DM220

D142DSE-7

Hubs

Joytech

Spokes

D041DSE

stainless

Tires

Kenda

Kharisma 26 x 2.10 Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,4 kg

Backfire 30 / -EQ Frame MTB Eco-V 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color black (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour XCT, 100 mm Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano M131, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee Chi MTB-117A Brake levers Shimano attached Rims A-Rim DM230 Hubs Joytech 751DSE / Shimano Nabendynamo 3N31 // 702DSE Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kharisma 26 x 2.10 Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Carrier - / Procraft Universal Fenders - / Procraft Rainbow Trekking 60 mm Light - / Trelock Bike-i uno 20 Lux / duo Flat Weight 13,6 kg

Cross-Country

Comfort

Backfire Fit The fitness trainer well·ness fac·tor [‘welnəs ‘fæktəʳ]: factor, condition etc which supports our well-being considerably. Sport is healthy – this fact was certainly not invented by CENTURION. But we have thought about an optimal concept for combining sport, fun and wellness. Our proposal for solution: The MTB model Backfire Fit. In contrast to its “colleagues“ among the Backfire series, the Fit model is not designed as a primarily sportive MTB for potential racing purposes. Instead, it stands for an excellent leisure device with a built-in “fun amplifier”. In 2014, three great Backfire Fit variants are waiting for being pedalled by you preferably off a very often too stressful and urban daily routine. All models share a light but very robust aluminium frame with several geometric specialties: In contrast to comparable MTB versions, the connection between top and seat tube is positioned much deeper. This does mean that a CENTURION Backfire Fit never causes a “cramped” feeling when you have to stop e. g. spontaneously or at traffic lights – actively supported by the lower BB position. In addition, the effective top tube length is shorter. Together with the increased head tube length, this results in a moderately upright seating position – very advantageous for a good overview and especially friendly to the rider’s back section. Nevertheless, their configuration characterizes all Backfire Fit models as “genuine” MTBs: Studded 26” off-road tyres, an 80 mm suspension fork and a triple drivetrain with broad gear transmission ratio do get the fun rolling.

Backfire Fit 400 Frame MTB Fit Basic-D, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour XCM 80 Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 44/32/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Fit Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,6 kg

Comfort

Backfire Fit 50 / -Lady Frame MTB Fit Eco-V, AL Sizes Gent: 41, 46, 51, 56 cm / Lady: 41, 46, 51 cm Color black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT 80 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro 857AL Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Fit Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,1 kg

Backfire Fit 30 / -Lady Frame MTB Fit Eco-V, AL Sizes Gent: 41, 46, 51, 56 cm / Lady: 41, 46, 51 cm Color black (red/white) Fork SR Suntour XCT 80 Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano M131, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190 Derailleur rear Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee Chi MTB-117A Brake levers Shimano attached Rims A-Rim DM230 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 702DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kharisma 26 x 2.10 Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Fit Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,0 kg

Comfort

Lady Bikes

EVE More than just beautiful ladies’ choice [‘leɪdi:z tʃɔɪs]: a lady’s verbal invitation to dance with a gentleman. This friendly invitation is happily accepted by the attractive bikes of our EVE series. Because since CENTURION has decided to equip biking ladies with their own models which provide a specific geometry and individual designs, high cycling fun and long-term reliability are their permanent tour companions. With regard to ladies’ choice in MY 2014, CENTURION does trust in 26” as well as in Twentyniner MTBs. At the very first sight, the decorative colour scheme distinguishes the EVE series from the rest of our MTB program. But at the same time, the eye of the beholder is mainly caught by the geometry especially modified for sporty ladies: The effectively slightly shorter top tube length does not only ensure a central seating position and thus best possible handling control – simultaneously, it is attached to the seat tube at a considerably lower point. Together with the top tube’s sloping shape, the standover height is reduced for more safety. Among the other lady-specific wellness features is e. g. the saddle whose design fits the female anatomy essentially better than a unisex model. Depending on the preferred field of application, CENTURION ladies can choose between either calliper or disc brakes as well as between 26“ or Twentyniner tyres. All EVE models feature an MTB-specific configuration and a 100 mm suspension fork at the front. In this way, superb comfort and always reliable downhill safety also off the paved road are guaranteed.

EVE 600.29 Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour Raidon XC 100 Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M445 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Lady Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,1 kg

Lady Bikes

EVE 400.29 Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51 cm Color mat metallic braun (white/turquoise) Fork SR Suntour XCM 100 Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 44/32/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano

UN26

Derailleur

front

Shimano

Alivio

Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/180 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 29*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 14,5 kg

EVE 100.29 Frame MTB Eco-D 29, AL Sizes 41, 46, 51 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/pink) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/180 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 29*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 14,5 kg

Lady Bikes

EVE 100 Frame MTB Lady Eco-D, AL Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/pink) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,8 kg

Lady Bikes

EVE 50 Frame MTB Lady Eco-V, AL Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51 cm Color white (black/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro 857AL Brake levers attached Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,1 kg

EVE 30 Frame MTB Lady Eco-V, AL Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51 cm Color mat blue (white/blue) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano M131, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee Chi MTB-117A Brake levers Shimano attached Rims A-Rim DM230 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 702DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kharisma 26 x 2.10 Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,2 kg

Lady Bikes

Youth & Kids

R’Bock The first step is always easy foun·da·tion [faʊn’deɪʃən]: (intellectual) groundwork, basis. At CENTURION, the development and the launch of a new bike join many of the most different professions: For example, engineers meet designers; product managers meet marketing experts; and distribution staff talk to sales representatives. As to bikes for kids, all of these CENTURION people share one important aspect: They are parents themselves and thus know very well how good bikes for young ones must be. No matter if you are an enthused biker yourself and you want to familiarize your child with this great hobby – or if she/ he has discovered this excellent idea all by her-/himself or has got in touch with it via some friends at school: The right start is always essential. Of course, you as the parents do want to ensure that the investment “bicycle” (which occurs periodically while a child grows up) does not cause disproportionate costs. But reliable quality pays off in the long run – not only because the right bicycle does actually satisfy the demands of young “pedal knights”: It also encourages cycling fun and therefore the prospect of the lifelong hobby “biking”. The CENTURION product range for kids and youngsters already begins with a trainer bike lacking pedals: Our R’Bock 12 Walk is robust enough for your kid and light enough to be carried by you. At the other end of the scale, there is the R’Bock Ultimate 24 Race – a “genuine” MTB with suspension fork, calliper brakes and full suitability for competing. And between: Many fascinating CENTURION bikes. Have fun with growing along!

R'Bock Ultimate 24 Race Frame Kid AL 24" Sizes 28 cm Color black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour XCR LO 24" Air, 50 mm Headset FSA No.10P

Chainwheel

Suntour

XCT-JR-T424,

44/32/22 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front SR Suntour XCR420 Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro M730 Brake levers Tektro 319A Rims Alex Ace-20 Hubs Novatec FHA141SB / RHF062SB Spokes DT competition Tires Kenda Small Block Eight 24 x 2.10, Kevlar Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Kid Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 10,8 kg

R'Bock 24 Frame Kid AL 24" Sizes 28 cm Color black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT-JR 24", 50 mm Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel SR Suntour XCC-T202, 42/32/22 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front SR Suntour XCC202 Derailleur rear Shimano RD-TX35D Shifters Shimano Revoshift RS-35 Brakes Lee Chi MTB-107L Brake levers Tektro TS325A Rims Alex Z-1000 Hubs Joytech 751DSS / 752DSS Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kwick 24 x 1.95 Freewheel Shimano MF-TZ20, 14-28 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Kid, 580 mm Stem Procraft AL Kid, 15째 Saddle Centurion Kid Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 12,0 kg

Youth & Kids

R'Bock 20 Shox Frame Kid AL 20" Sizes 25 cm Color 1. black (white/neon red) 2. white (black/blue) Fork SR Suntour XCT-JR

20",

Headset

FSA

No.10P

Chainwheel Steel 36 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear Shimano Tourney Shifters --/ Shimano Revoshift RS-35 Brakes Lee Chi MTB-107L Brake levers Tektro JL 510-TS Rims Alex Z-1000 Hubs Joytech 433 Nut / 434-6S Nut Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kwick 20 x 2.0 Freewheel Shimano Tourney 6s, 14-28 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Kid Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle Centurion Kid Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 10,7 kg

R'Bock 20 Frame Kid AL 20" Sizes 25 cm Color 1. metallic roses (purple/pink) / 2. black (white/green) Fork Kid Alloy Rigid Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Steel 36 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear Shimano Tourney Shifters --- / Shimano Revoshift RS-35 Brakes Lee Chi MTB-107L Brake levers Tektro JL 510-TS Rims Alex Z-1000 Hubs Joytech 433 Nut / 434-6S Nut Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kwick 20 x 2.0 Freewheel Shimano Tourney 6s, 14-28 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Kid Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle Centurion Kid Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 9,7 kg

Youth & Kids

R'Bock 16.3 Frame Kid AL 16" Sizes 21 cm Color neon red (white/black) Fork Kid Alloy Rigid Headset Ahead Chainwheel Steel 32 Z. BB-Set attached Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- / Shimano Nexus Revoshift Brakes Tektro 985AF / Shimano Coaster Brake levers Tektro 289AP Rims Jalco SE-26, 16" Hubs Joytech 301 / Shimano Nexus Inter-3 Spokes stainless Tires Kenda 16 x 2.125" Freewheel Shimano 20 Z. Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft Kid AL Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle Centurion Kiddy Seatpost Procraft Steel Pedals VP-580 BMX Weight 8,4 kg

R'Bock 16 Frame Kid AL 16" Sizes 21 cm Color neon red (white/black) Fork Kid Alloy Rigid Headset Ahead Chainwheel Steel 32 Z. BB-Set attached Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- Brakes Tektro 985AF / KT Coaster Brake levers Tektro 289AP Rims Jalco SE-26, 16" Hubs Joytech 301 / KT 305RS Spokes stainless Tires Kenda 16 x 2.125" Freewheel attached Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft Kid AL Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle Centurion Kiddy Seatpost Procraft Steel Pedals VP-580 BMX Weight 8,2 kg

Youth & Kids

R'Bock 12 Frame Kid AL 12" Sizes 17 cm Color yellow Fork Rigid 1" Headset LF-974E-1 Chainwheel CW-S-76 / CW-316S BB-Set AL 6061 Derailleur front --Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- Brakes Tektro 985AF Brake levers BP-901S Rims Jalco SE-26 AL, 12" Hubs Joytech JY-301 / KT-305R Spokes stainless 2.0 mm Tires Kenda K905 / 12-1/2x2-1/4 Freewheel attached Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar AL, 440 mm Stem BQ-707, AL, 125 mm Quill Saddle Centurion Kid 12" Seatpost attached, 25.4 x 170 mm Pedals Wellgo LU-P17 Weight 7,2 kg

R'Bock 12 Walk Frame Kid AL Walk 12" Sizes 12 cm Color light green Fork Rigid 1" Headset LF-974E-1 Chainwheel --BB-Set AL 6061 Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- Brakes Tektro 985AF Brake levers --Rims Jalco SE-26 AL, 12" Hubs Joytech JY-301 Spokes stainless 2.0 mm Tires Kenda K905 / 12-1/2x2-1/4 Freewheel --- Chain --- Handlebar AL, 420 mm Stem BQ-707, AL, 100 mm Quill Saddle Centurion Kid 12" Seatpost attached Pedals keine Weight 4,1 kg

Youth & Kids

Urban & Country

Cross Line Cross

Urban & Country Sportive, puristic, convenient

They are our SUVs – but these “Sports Utility Vehicles” are powered by your muscular strength! Their versatility in everyday life is comparable: Profiled and smoothly rolling tyres master asphalt and rough gravel roads with equal ease. Thanks to the 50 mm suspension fork, you are also enabled to do some athletic cycling. And last not least, our Cross Line is complemented by the optional installation of fenders, of a carrier and of a kickstand. Front suspension travel: 50 mm Suspension fork lockable* (some models: ■ also lockout from the cockpit) ■ “Eco“, “Basic“ and “Sport“ aluminium frames ■ manufactured in high quality ■ Optionally equipped with calliper or disc ■ brakes ■ All models also available as lady-specific ■ variants ■ Wide Shimano drivetrain selection: ■ 3 x 7, 3 x 8, 3 x 9 or 3 x 10 ■ NEW for 2014: “EQ” models with configuration ■ fully compliant to road traffic regulations (hub ■ dynamo, lighting system, fenders, carrier) ■ ■

Overview Stand & Land

*Depending on model version

Cyclo Cross Cross

Cross Speed Fitness

City Speed Urban

The training device for road racers – with literally identical “framework conditions”! A Cyclo Cross is the optimal symbiosis for bikers with athletic ambitions in everyday life: It does combine a road handlebar, a sportive transmission ratio and a propulsion-orientated geometry with the option to install fenders. Although surely suitable for racing purposes as well, our Crossers are superb training partners in the first instance.

We are not going to change the fact that Cross Speed models are CENTURION road bikes with linear handlebar. Although the configuration includes 32 mm tyres with higher suitability for everyday use, a Cross Speed represents acceleration with its sportive geometry and is therefore a special recommendation for commuters. Fenders and a carrier can be installed for this demanding purpose. Further, there are several drivetrain options.

Real classic understatement looks exactly like this: A City Speed is reduced to a bike’s essentials and demonstrates its pilot’s attitude at the very first sight: pure urban cycling fun. No matter if a single-speed variant (optionally with freewheel or “fixie” configuration) or a version with 8-speed gear hub: Our City Speed comes along with just all the necessary basics for mastering the city. The City Speed 8 is also available as a lady-specific model.

Light aluminium frame manufactured in high quality ■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“) ■ 27.2 mm seat post with comfortable flex ■ All models with mechanical disc brakes (160 mm) ■ 33 mm Cross tyres ■ 2 x 10 Shimano drivetrain ■ Prepared for fender and carrier installation ■ Available with a carbon fork* ■

Light aluminium frame manufactured in high quality ■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“) ■ 27.2 mm seat post with comfortable flex ■ Slightly profiled 32 mm tyres ■ 3 x 9, 3 x 10 or 2 x 10 Shimano drivetrain ■ Light calliper brakes ■ Prepared for fender and carrier installation ■ Available with a carbon fork* ■

Light aluminium frame manufactured in high quality ■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“) ■ 27.2 mm seat post with comfortable flex ■ Slightly profiled 32 mm tyres ■ Light calliper brakes ■ Prepared for fender and carrier installation ■ Available as a single-speed model with flipflop hub or with an 8-speed Shimano Nexus drivetrain ■

Cross

Cross Line The journey is the reward pio·neer [paɪə’nɪəʳ]: someone who creates the preconditions for something by her/his thinking, acting etc. Our modern world keeps on specializing: More and more purposeful questions are asked and answered in more and more matching detail. At the same time, it may be that the “big picture” seems to be blurred by a flood of particulars. But yet also very generally, excellent preconditions for forging ahead can be created – particularly with regard to cycling. Thanks to its universal character, our Cross Line supplies an optimal platform for all those pedalists who want to experience a lot of different adventures on one single bike. Each Cross Line model is based on a light but nevertheless very robust and reliable aluminium frame with quite a few important details: The complete series is prepared for getting fit out with fenders and a carrier – but of course without losing its sportive character. In MY 2014, even two model versions (Cross Line 100 EQ and 600 EQ) are offered ex works as trekking bikes fully equipped with fenders, carrier, kickstand and a lighting system (incl. hub dynamo) which is in accordance with road traffic regulations. And the two of them are also available as lady-specific low-entry variants. A Cross Line’s comprehensive suitability for everyday use is a real result of the sportive configuration as well: Thanks to the profiled but all the same smoothly rolling 28” tyres, the lockable* 50 mm suspension fork and the powerful disc brakes*, this CENTURION representative always cuts a good figure on and off the paved road.

*Depending on model version

Cross Line Ultimate / -Lady Frame Cross Sport-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NCX-E Air, 50 mm Remote LO Headset FSA ZS-3-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Tektro Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Auriga Pro Rims DT Swiss "Wheel Set" M-1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Fold Reflex Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 11,4 kg

Cross

Cross Line 800 / -Lady Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/black) Fork SR Suntour NCX-E Air, 50 mm Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano T551, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Tektro Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Gemini Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Fold Reflex Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,1 kg

Cross

Cross Line 600 EQ / -Lady Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NCX-D Air, 50 mm Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano T521, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Tektro Gemini / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Gemini Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Nabendynamo 3D72 / M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Carrier Racktime Fold-it Fix Fenders SKS CAB Light Trelock Bike-i duo 25 Lux / B&M Toplight Flat S Plus Weight 13,1 kg

Cross Line 600 / -Lady Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NCX-D Air, 50 mm Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano T521, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Tektro Gemini / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Gemini Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,7 kg

Cross

Cross Line 400 / -Lady Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M431, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,5 kg

Cross Line 400 / -Lady Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color 1. mat dark blue / 2. mat rose (Damen) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M431, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,5 kg

Cross

Cross Line 100 EQ / -Lady Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Nabendynamo 3D32 / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Carrier Procraft Universal Fenders Procraft Rainbow Trekking 45 mm Light Trelock Bike-i uno 20 Lux / duo Flat

Cross

Cross Line 100 EQ / -Lady Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Nabendynamo 3D32 / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Carrier Procraft Universal Fenders Procraft Rainbow Trekking 45 mm Light Trelock Bike-i uno 20 Lux / duo Flat

Cross

Cross Line 100 / -Lady Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,4 kg

Cross Line 100 / -Lady Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,4 kg

Cross

Cross Line 50 / -Lady Frame Cross Eco-V, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro M530 Brake levers Shimano ST-EF51 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe

Smart

Sam

Active

Line

37C,

Reflex

Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 12,7 kg

Cross Line 30 / -Lady Frame Cross-V, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black (white/anthrazite) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano M131, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee Chi MTB-117A Brake levers Shimano ST-EF51 Rims

A-Rim

"Centurion"

DM230

Hubs

Joytech

751DSE QR / 702DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Kenda 700 x 40C Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17째 Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 12,9 kg

Cross

Cyclo Cross The versatile all-rounder jack-of-all-trades [ʤæk ɒv ɔ:l treɪdz]: someone who is adored for her/his many different talents. Also in MY 2014, the CENTURION Cyclo Cross still remains our “jack-of-all-trades” – quite a mix of a downright sportive character, of a general qualification for racing purposes and of an apt configuration which offers great suitability for everyday use. Thus a Cyclo Cross is much more than just a bike: Among the CENTURION lineup, it does represent the active athlete who wants to enjoy convincing propulsion also outside the training. Originally, cyclo-cross bikes were designed as winter training devices for highly motivated road racers. In later days, this innovation was refined and so became an own competitive bike discipline. That’s why cyclo-crossers and road bikes still share e. g. their sportive geometries, their wheelset sizes, their visual appearances and their typical curved road handlebars. But in the course of time, it became obvious that a cyclo-crosser can convince also beyond training and racing: Today, this bike category is contemporarily available with modern, powerful and reliable disc brakes which are not at all affected by any weather conditions, especially wet ones. All together, it offers maximum riding fun to all those cyclists who are looking for the best possible combination of speed and suitability for whatever everyday use. On all CENTURION Cyclo Cross models, you can trust in sportive double drivetrains and mechanical disc brakes with low maintenance requirements. Fenders and a carrier can be installed as well.

Cyclo Cross 4000 Frame Cyclo Cross-D, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color black (white/green) Fork Cyclo Cross Carbon D Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano Ultegra Brakes Shimano CX77 160 mm Brake levers Tektro Froglegs Rims Alex CXD-26 Hubs Shimano CX75 Spokes DT competition Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 33 Fold Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 9,6 kg

Cross

Cyclo Cross 3000 Frame Cyclo Cross-D, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Cyclo Cross Aluminium D Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano 105, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit

BB71

Derailleur

front

Shimano

105

Derailleur rear Shimano 105 Shifters Shimano 105 Brakes Avid Ball Bearing Five Road 160 mm Brake levers Tektro Froglegs Rims Alex ATD-490 Hubs Shimano M525 Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 33 Freewheel Shimano Tiagra 10s, 12-30 Z. Chain Shimano 105 Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 10,5 kg

Cyclo Cross 2000 Frame Cyclo Cross-D, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color black (white/green) Fork Cyclo Cross Aluminium D Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel

Shimano

Tiagra,

50/34

BB-Set

Shimano Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Tiagra Derailleur rear Shimano Tiagra Shifters Shimano Tiagra Brakes Tektro Lyra 160 mm Brake levers Tektro Froglegs Rims Alex ATD-490 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 33 Freewheel Sram PG-1030 10s, 11-32 Z. Chain KMC X-10 Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS, -7째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 10,6 kg

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Cross Speed Forwards with full power al·ter·na·tive [ɔ:l’tɜ:nətɪv]: second, other option; possibility to choose between two or more things. It is not that you weren’t able to decide in favour of a certain bike – but here is an idea! Because as a “road machine with linear handlebar”, a Cross Speed is exactly the right CENTURION for all riders who want be sure that a road racer’s sportive and agile propulsion is combined with the comfortable overview of a fitness bike. A slightly more upright geometry plus basically broader tyres with therefore specifically higher suitability for everyday use recommend this bike category also for daily commuting. Thanks to optional fender and carrier installation, the already enormous band width of a Cross Speed is additionally expanded by the factors “transport options” and “all-weather suitability”. For Season 2014, CENTURION still trusts in the utilization of light, reliable and elaborately shaped aluminium frames. Due to its “Tapered Steerer” (increasing from 1 1/8” at the top to 1.5” at the bottom), our Cross Speed delights with direct steering control and great tracking stability. Further, this series convinces with a wide selection of alternative configurations: Besides various lady-specific models, there are three drivetrain options as well as the possibility to select a carbon or an aluminium fork – depending on your personal interpretation of a Cross Speed’s desired sportiness. And it is almost obvious that this bike’s sportive demand has been taken into account by our designers also in a visual way.

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Cross Speed 2000 Frame Cross Speed-V, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Fitness Carbon Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano 105, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano 105 Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano R780 Brakes Avid Single Digit 7 Brake levers Avid Single Digit 7 Rims Fulcrum "Wheel Set" Racing Quattro Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano 105 10s, 12-27 Z. Chain Shimano 105 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS Pro, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6째 Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 9,3 kg

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Cross Speed 1000 / -Lady Frame Cross Speed-V, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork Fitness Aluminium Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Tiagra, 50/39/30 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Tiagra Triple Derailleur rear Shimano 105 Shifters Shimano Tiagra Brakes Avid Single Digit 5R Cartridge Brake levers Avid FR-5 Rims Mavic "Wheel Set" Aksium Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano Tiagra 10s, 12-30 Z. Chain Shimano 105 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 10,0 kg

Cross Speed 500 / -Lady Frame Cross Speed-V, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black (white/green) Fork Fitness Aluminium Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M431-8, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Tektro M730 Brake levers Tektro MT2.0 Rims Alex AT-490 Hubs Shimano M430 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano Alivio 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 10,7 kg

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City Speed King of the city town twin·ning [taʊn ‘twɪnɪŋ]: partnership between administrative districts or municipalities (especially cities) in different countries. Who says that only towns and cities can enter into relationships? How about you starting a friendly connection to your city yourself? On the adequate bike: definitely no problem at all! Also in Season 2014, CENTURION has saddled the right horse for modern urban knights: the City Speed. These models are designed as an intentional concentration on the essential and bring along anything which is necessary for daily rides through the city. Most notably, the model City Speed 1 proves a truly puristic feeling for cyclists: This 1-speed bike is optionally operable with freewheel configuration or – thanks to the flip-flop hub – as a “fixie”. At the same time, it lacks everything which could cause trouble: There are neither front nor rear derailleurs – just two pedals and the pilot’s power. For maximum safety in road traffic, our City Speed 1 features strong calliper brakes at the front as well as at the rear. In addition, mounting points for fenders, for a carrier and for a kickstand underline our single-speeder’s demand to be also really useful and not just a “state-of-the-art” creation. The same applies to the model versions City Speed 8 respectively 8 Lady. The 8-speed gear hub of these bikes expands their application range from flat to hilly terrain without giving evidence for a shifting system at the very first sight. Furthermore, all CENTURION City Speed variants trust in a light and reliable aluminium frame plus comfortable 32 mm tyres.

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City Speed 1 Frame City Speed, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color light grey Fork Fitness Aluminium Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel CW-SCSP42 Single BB-Set TH 7420ST Brakes Tektro M730 Brake levers Tektro RS360A Rims Alex AT-490 Hubs Novatec A165SBT / A166SBT Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano MX30 Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-248D, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 9,2 kg

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City Speed 8 Frame City Speed, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/anthrazite) Fork Fitness Aluminium

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Chainwheel CW-SCSP42 Single BB-Set TH 7420ST Shifters --- / Shimano Nexus Revoshift Brakes Tektro M730 Brake levers Tektro TS374A Rims Alex AT-490 Hubs Shimano Deore / Nexus 8s Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano Nexus Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 10,8 kg

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Gigadrive / Hyperdrive Faster, longer, further sport idol [spɔ:t ‘aɪdəl]: an athlete who is admired for her/his outstanding achievements. We admit that we take a certain pride in our new Gigadrive of MY 2014. Because from the first drawing to the last decor, this new carbon rocket has been outlined, developed and designed completely at our premises – and thus is a CENTURION from the first down to the very last fibre. No wonder that it reveals its origin already at first sight: Its “Tapered Steerer” leads the Gigadrive with highly reliable tracking precision unerringly forwards. The slim frame with its filigree rearstay underlines the sportive demand of the new and fully UCI-compliant carbon racer. The new development of the Gigadrive was especially focused on the modern mix of top stiffness data (for maximum power transfer) and of enough comfort (especially when coping with long distances). For instance, the bottom bracket is remarkably stiff to transfer each of the pilot’s “leg watts” onto the road quite effectively. And at the same time, the slim design of the seat post as well as of the seat and the chain stays do result in an excellent flex for the complete rearstay construction. Therefore the new Gigadrive is a top recommendation for fast short distances as well as for many epic touring hours. With suitability for electric shifting groups plus internal routing of cables and wires, this CENTURION does prove its sense for future-oriented conceptual design. The latter also applies to the utilization of the new 11-speed drivetrain which is as well a part of the aluminium model Hyperdrive (otherwise unchanged for 2014).

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Gigadrive 4200 Di2 Frame Gigadrive Carbon Sizes 47, 50, 53, 56, 59, 62 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Gigadrive Carbon Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Di 2 Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Di 2 Shifters Shimano Ultegra Di2 Brakes Shimano Ultegra Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Mavic "Wheel Set" Aksium WTS 25 Tires Mavic Aksion 25 Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 7,8 kg

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Gigadrive 4200 Frame Gigadrive Carbon Sizes 47, 50, 53, 56, 59, 62 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Gigadrive Carbon

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Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano Ultegra Brakes Shimano Ultegra Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Mavic "Wheel Set" Aksium WTS 25 Tires Mavic Aksion 25 Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 7,8 kg

Hyperdrive 4200 Frame Hyperdrive Race, AL Sizes 50, 53, 56, 59, 62, 65 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Road Carbon

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Hyperdrive 2000 Frame Hyperdrive Race, AL Sizes 50, 53, 56, 59, 62, 65 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Road Carbon Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Tiagra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Tiagra Derailleur rear Shimano Tiagra Shifters Shimano Tiagra Brakes Tektro R325 Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Alex Race 24 Hubs Shimano Tiagra Spokes stainless Tires Maxxis Detonator 25 Freewheel Sram PG-1030 10s, 11-32 Z. Chain KMC X-10 Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS, -7째 Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 9,2 kg

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Sport / Tour / City / MTB

E-Bikes Trend-setting sign·post [saɪn’pəʊst]: (arrow-shaped) sign indicating which way or road leads to a certain destination. Fortunately, not a single one of our four e-bike models for Season 2014 does share any visual similarities with a road sign. Nevertheless, the CENTURION pedelecs Backfire E.29, E-Fire Sport and E-Co as well as the brand-new E-Fire Tour are genuine signposts towards future cycling: These four electric CENTURION bikes so cover a comprehensive range beginning with a classic low-entry model on to sportive variants with touring suitability and up to a Twentyniner MTB. Therefore they do represent the complete band width of adequate application areas for modern e-bikes. Also in 2014, we completely rely on the technology of drivetrain specialist Bosch for all models. The re-engineered Bosch middle-engine concept still features three highly sensitive sensors. But now, 1000 measurements per second ensure an even better analysis and thus an even better adaption to the pilot’s demands. The “Active Line” is excellently suitable for e-bike fans who want to pedal as economically as possible while the “Performance Line” has a pointedly sportive character. And the rider may choose between newly designed accumulators with 300 or 400 Wh. At the top end, the new CENTURION pedelec program is rounded up by special DX models with a convincing high-end configuration. For detailed information about further innovations in MY 2014 (e. g. revised frame tubes, improved dropouts or the modified integration of the Bosch engine), please have a look at our e-bike catalogue which is available separately at your authorized CENTURION retailer.

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E-Fire Sport 400A DX EQ

E-Fire Sport 410 DX

E-Fire Sport 400A EQ

Frame: E-Fire Sport, AL

Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau)

Color: matt-schwarz(rot-grau)

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau)

Brake: Shimano M615 180/160 mm

Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm

Shifter: NuVinci Harmony Advanced

Shifter: Shimano Deore XT

Shifter: NuVinci Harmony Advanced

Engine: Bosch Performance Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

E-Fire Sport 400 EQ

E-Fire Sport 410 EQ

E-Fire Sport 410

Frame: E-Fire Sport, AL

Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau)

Color: weiß(rot)

Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm

Shifter: NuVinci N360

Shifter: Shimano Deore XT

Engine: Bosch Performance Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

E-Fire Sport 409 EQ

E-Fire Sport 309 EQ

E-Fire Sport 308 EQ

Frame: E-Fire Sport, AL

Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm

Color: metallic schwarz(rot)

Color: matt-grau(cyan)

Brake: Tektro HDC330 180/160 mm

Shifter: Shimano Deore

Shifter: Shimano Alfine

Engine: Bosch Performance Line

Engine: Bosch Active Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 300Wh

E-Fire Tour Relax and enjoy

E-Fire Tour 400A DX EQ

E-Fire Tour 410 DX

E-Fire Tour 400A EQ

Frame: E-Fire Tour, AL

Size: 46, 50, 54 cm

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau)

Color: matt-schwarz(rot-grau)

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau)

Brake: Shimano M615 180/160 mm

Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm

Shifter: NuVinci Harmony Advanced

Shifter: Shimano Deore XT

Shifter: NuVinci Harmony Advanced

Engine: Bosch Performance Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

E-Fire Tour 400 EQ

E-Fire Tour 410 EQ

E-Fire Tour 410

Frame: E-Fire Tour, AL

Size: 46, 50, 54 cm

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau)

Color: weiß(rot)

Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm

Shifter: NuVinci N360

Shifter: Shimano Deore XT

Engine: Bosch Performance Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

E-Fire Tour 409 EQ

E-Fire Tour 309 EQ

E-Fire Tour 308 EQ

Frame: E-Fire Tour, AL

Size: 46, 50, 54 cm

Color: metallic schwarz(rot)

Color: matt-grau(cyan)

Brake: Tektro HDC330 180/160 mm

Shifter: Shimano Deore

Shifter: Shimano Alfine

Engine: Bosch Performance Line

Engine: Bosch Active Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 300Wh

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 300Wh E-Bikes

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E-Co 400A EQ Frame: E-Co, AL Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau) Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm Shifter: NuVinci Harmony Advanced Engine: Bosch Active Line Battery: Bosch PowerPack Racktype 400Wh

E-Co Arrive in comfort E-Co 400 EQ Frame: E-Co, AL Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau) Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm Shifter: NuVinci N360 Engine: Bosch Active Line Battery: Bosch PowerPack Racktype 400Wh

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E-Co 410 EQ

E-Co 308 Coaster EQ

E-Co 308 EQ

Frame: E-Co, AL

Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm

Color: weiß(rot)

Color: matt-grau(cyan)

Brake: Shimano M447 180/160 mm

Brake: Magura HS11

Brake: Tektro HDC330 180/160 mm

Shifter: Shimano Deore XT

Shifter: Shimano Nexus

Shifter: Shimano Alfine

Engine: Bosch Active Line

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Racktype 400Wh

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Racktype 300Wh

Backfire E 600.29/27 Frame: Backfire E Size: 41 cm[27,5“], 46, 51, 56 cm Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau) Brake: Shimano M615 180 mm Shifter: Shimano SLX Engine: Bosch Performance Line Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

Backfire E.29 Biking powerful

Backfire E Ultimate.29/27 Frame: Backfire E Size: 41 cm[27,5“], 46, 51, 56 cm Color: matt-schwarz(rot) Brake: Shimano Deore XT 180 mm Shifter: Shimano Deore XT Engine: Bosch Performance Line Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh

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Bike-Wear & Accessories

Dressed perfectly CENTURION style packages for tours and every day The adequate outfit for every occasion: For Season 2014, we have reissued our bike-wear program and do now present new designs which match our bikes of the current model year. In addition, CENTURION fans are delighted by quite a few accessories which enable them to take along the red “C” anywhere in their leisure time as well.

1 Long-sleeved jersey “Nizza” Warm “Nortex Warm” fabric (200 g / m², 100 % polyester). Premium quality for the cold season, pleasantly skinfriendly and roughened on the inside. Stays warm and dry also during extreme physical efforts. Full-length front zipper, three back pockets, useful additional zipper pocket. Sizes: S – XXL 2 Short-sleeved jersey “Nizza“ Highly elastic “Interlock“ fabric (120 g / m², 100 % polyester). Premium wearing comfort due to optimal breathability even during extreme physical exercise at high temperatures. Full-length front zipper, three back pockets, useful additional zipper pocket. Sizes: S – XXL 3 Windproof vest “Nizza“ Ultra-light microfibre vest consisting of cutting-edge “Sushi” fabric (85 g / m², 100 % polyester microfibres). The small pack size and the low weight make this vest an optimal companion in the jersey pocket. With mesh back (90 g / m², 100 % polyester) and three back pockets. Sizes: S – XXL 4 Bib shorts “Spider“ Super-smooth “Lycra Power” fabric (210 g / m², 80 % polyester, 20 % spandex). The new “Lucky” seat pad does satisfy even highest demands with regard to seating comfort: It is seamlessly manufactured from elastic microfibre fabric (170 g / m², 82 % polyamid, 18 % spandex) and includes two different padding areas. Broad elastic hems prevent slipping but do not restrict the legs. Sizes: S – XXL

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5 Lanyard A casual accessory and trustworthy companion: The CENTURION lanyard prevents important things from getting lost. 6 Hoodie “Authentic“ Fleecy and warm fibre mix (280 g / m², 80% cotton, 20 % polyester). With its straight cut and the distinctive print, this hoodie sweater does always cut a fine figure not only on freezing days. With drawstring leading in the double-layer hood, extra routing for headphone cables and red “C” on its shoulder. Sizes: XS – 3XL 7 T-Shirt “B&C“ Casual, airy t-shirt (100 % cotton, 150 g / m²) with a distinctive CENTURION chest print and the typical red “C” on its shoulder. Sizes: S – 3XL 8 Socks “DeFeet“ Equally suitable for cycling and leisure-time activities: Thanks to their nylon/cotton/spandex mix, these socks do stay reliably dry and cling to your feet optimally. Sizes: 36 – 46+ 9 Cap “Flexfit“® Original “Flexfit”® high-performance cap with red “C” stitching (frontside) and white CENTURION logotype (backside). Perfect fit thanks to spandex insert and “Flexfit“® ribbon. Material: 84 % nylon, 14 % cotton, 2 % spandex. Sizes: S / M and L / XL.

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The Ziller Valley A top spot for bikers and the health-conscious well-be·ing [wel ‘bi:ɪŋ]: ggood physical and mental condition. “A healthy mind in a healthy body” (lat. “mens sana in corpore sano”) – this idea which was already well-known in Roman times is reliably confirmed with every visit in the Ziller Valley (Tyrol, Austria) in a pleasantly modern way. Since years, this partner region of CENTURION has especially been proving itself as an eldorado for bikers: Its options range from health-promoting tours on the broad valley floor and varied MTB trips along idyllic forest roads with amazing views up to technically demanding “trail hunts” downhill from one of the many peaks. Therefore the Ziller Valley does offer really everything which makes cyclists completely happy. By now, a bike and MTB trail system (more than 800 km) which is superbly signposted passes through the region between the Hintertux Glacier and the town of Strass at the valley entrance. The Ziller Valley’s strength is its character: With a constant altitude level (550–650 m above sea level) and an average of about ten sun hours per day, the unique broad valley floor offers ideal conditions for families and visitors seeking recreation. At the same time, MTB riders are attracted by the mountain world along the valley borders. Countless 3.000-metre peaks grace the view while a total of seven summer cable cars shuttles bikers towards the summits where from they can start their downhill adventures in the middle of a wonderful panorama. Ideally, the “personal accumulator” is charged en route in one of the 152 culinary destinations serving typical regional delicacies. Speaking of accumulators: Also e-bike fans get their money’s worth completely in the Ziller Valley – parti-

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* lat.: „Mens sana in corpore sano.“

cularly the “Genusstour“ (“Indulgence Tour“) is extremely popular. In cooperation with CENTURION, you are able to enjoy one- or two-day tours (e. g. on a Backfire E.29) visiting the Top Three mountain huts named Kristallhütte, Wedelhütte and Platzlalm. En route, biking on health-promoting altitude levels is combined with exclusive culinary indulgence. Along the way, the breathtaking panorama of the Ziller Valley and the Tux Alps acts as an effective motivation booster for mastering the altitude difference. There is also an incomporable range of options for all those who do not want to rely on the support of an electric engine but visit the region with highest athletic ambitions instead: Every year, the three-day “Ziller Valley Bike Challenge” with its unique finish at the Tuxer Fernerhaus (2.600 m above sea level) attracts about 400 riders from more than 15 different nations. In the toughest competition category “King / Queen of the Mountain”, the participants tackle a total of about 200 km and an altitude difference of 10.000 m. But thanks to “Prince / Princess”, “Lord / Lady” and “Conquerer / Conqueress”, the unique racing experience can be eased moderately and alternatively as well: In some of these categories, cable cars support the fight for collecting altitude metres.

Zillertal Tourismus GmbH Telefon +43 . 5288 . 87 187 www.zillertal.at Gernot Paesold CEO Zillertal Tourismus With the ‘Indulgence Tours’ on CENTURION e-bikes, even more free-time bikers are able to enjoy the great possibility to experience the Ziller Valley’s unique natural beauty.

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The Black Forest The activity paradise in the south-west of Germany di·ver·si·fied (adj.) [daɪ’vɜ:sɪfaɪd]: full of variety; not monotonous. No doubt: As Germany’s highest and largest low mountain range, the Black Forest does not know any monotony. About 150 km long (from north to south) and up to 40 km wide, this dreamy area in the south-west of Baden-Wuerttemberg offers numerous options especially for guests who prefer sportive activities: For example, bikers can pedal leisurely through the flat Rhine River plain or master tough altitude differences while tackling one of the six elevations above 1.400 m. By now, more than 8.500 km of signposted MTB trails want to be explored on off-road wheels. Road racers are delighted by numerous back roads leading through quaint valleys or uphill to demanding summits. In addition, fans of slim tyres are awaited by many sportive challenges such as the “Black Forest Ultra Bike Marathon” (Schwarzwald Ultra Radmarathon, SURM; www.surm.de) with single distances up to 230 km and an altitude difference of 4070 m – all in all enough reasons for the fact that CENTURION has been cooperating with the Black Forest region for many years. During the “Bike X-ing Schwarzwald” (450 km, altitude difference more than 16.000 m), MTB riders can pedal through the Black Forest on excellently marked trails between the towns of Pforzheim and Bad Saeckingen. En route, they cross almost the whole of the Black Forest and have the possibility to combine various options while being guided by perfectly reliable signposts everywhere. Further plus factors: None of the route sections violates local forest or way-leave regulations while numerous gastronomic and touristic facilities cater for the de-

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mands of MTB riders nearby (for additional information, please visit www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info/Entdecken/Rad-undMTB/Mountainbike/bike-crossing-schwarzwald). Or do you even favour an organized stage race through the Black Forest? Here you are: The meanwhile ninth “VAUDE Trans Schwarzwald” with again new routing (this time: Pforzheim–Offenburg) is going to start in the middle of August 2014. The more than 400 km course over an altitude difference of almost 10.000 m will not only push leisure-time bikers to their limits and beyond but will also lure different pro teams to the starting lines of the five legs (for information and registration, please visit www. trans-schwarzwald.com). Besides adequate training activities (e. g. training camps or organized weekend events), special courses focussing on MTB riding techniques are considered as optimal preparation for a challenge of this kind. The full program is offered by the professional organizer “beiTune” whose courses and tours are gladly supported by CENTURION. But a visit to the Black Forest can of course also be enjoyed maximally without highest athletic ambitions: Touring in the twelve Black Forest regions with pedelec rental, e-bikers are able to recharge and change their accumulators at one of the momentarily more than 200 charging stations (for further details, please visit www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info/Entdecken/Rad-und-MTB/e-bike). Fortunately, this saves enough time for a slice of fresh Black Forest gateau as well… Markus Kaufmann, German MTB Marathon Champion 2012

Schwarzwald Tourismus GmbH Telefon +49 761 89 64 60 www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info

The Trans Schwarzwald is not only something special because it crosses a domestic hot spot in form of the Black Forest: Where else are freetime and pro bikers so close to each other over a total of five stages?

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DIRO Bike Holidays

Hubert Schwarz ”Only someone who does move will move something!” This man is becoming a living legend: Hubert Schwarz is an extreme athlete, author, motivator, life coach and socially dedicated model partner at the same time. For many years, CENTURION has been supporting the charming Franconian and his team whenever the subject “biking” comes into focus. Regarding this, there has been, is and will be a lot – especially in 2014, when Hubert Schwarz is going to celebrate his 60th birthday. And you can hardly believe that he runs – in addition to all his athletic activities – also an activity centre in the Franconian town of Buechenbach together with his wife Renate. People who lack a certain own motivation are coached and supported by the centre. No matter if nutrition and health seminars, company incentives, sport events or motivating lectures: The team of the Hubert Schwarz Centre offers all kinds of answers on how to pick up momentum in one’s own life (again). The initiator of the idea “Moving People” is himself the best examp-

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le for the fact that a healthy dose of motivation can move a lot: His “Training Round” on road bikes was the role model for the 400 km roadracing event “Classic 400”. In addition, Hubert Schwarz takes part in different athletic challenges again and again (e. g. together with Joey Kelly). And above all he is fascinated especially by one special event: The legendary 5.000 km “Race Across America” (RAAM; www.raceacrossamerica.org) running nonstop from the west coast to the east coast of the USA. In 2014, Hubert Schwarz and three team mates set their sights on for a new world record in the age category 60+. In 2014, also the meanwhile legendary “beneflizz“ biking event in the context of the RTL Charity Marathon will again be supported by CENTURION. So far, Hubert Schwarz has been able to collect more than € 200.000 in this “cycling” way. We too want so say thank you – and keep on moving! www.hubert-schwarz.com

Ambitioned bike athletes do like to think back: In 1987 and 1988, Reimund Dietzen (pro rider at that time) achieved Rank Two at the Vuelta a España respectively after he had become German Road Champion for several times. Cycling veteran Uli Rottler is also remembered for numerous German National Titles and not only by bike fans from Baden for winning the Road World Championship Masters in 2011. “Dietzen and Rottler“ team up as (shortened) “DiRo”, the bike holiday specialist for the Mediterranean region Catalonia in the north of Spain. And in 2013, the team of experienced DiRo guides has additionally been extended by CENTURION brand ambassador Udo Boelts. This is another excellent reason for ambitioned road-racing enthusiasts to book their training camp with this company. For Season 2014, a total of 80 rental bikes (40 aluminium and 40 carbon models respectively) is available. Already from only € 90 per week, these racers recommend themselves as optimum sport devices for extensive tours e. g. through the Catalonian hinterland or along the idyllic Costa Daurada. Directly in the heart of Cambrils and about 300 m behind the beach, DiRo is based in the four-star hotel “Tryp Port” built as recently as 2002. For 2014, a total of three terms is put at guests’ disposal; the tours are offered for six different performance levels.

www.diro-radferien.eu

Max Hürzeler Europe’s Number One

Seeberger Quality based on tradition

When pioneers work together, the result is inevitably excellent. That’s why CENTURION has already decided many years ago to cooperate with Bicycle Holidays Max Huerzeler and to equip Europe’s leading provider of bike vacations. From the upcoming Season 2014 on, a total of 1.800 CENTURION bikes will be available for rent at the twelve Huerzeler locations on Majorca, in Andalusia and in the Ziller Valley – absolutely perfect preconditions for a training camp or relaxed high-quality bike holidays. Road-racing customers enjoy the exquisite option to ride one of the Huerzeler special editions of our carbon model Gigadrive.

From 1844 on, Seeberger has been standing for premium-quality nuts and fruits and classy coffees. Well, the partnership between the family-run company from the city of Ulm and CENTURION has been a bit shorter – but all the same equally superior: Whenever CENTURION appears in shows or events, our team members and guests enjoy the great variety of Seeberger snacks from the very best of nature. Also decisive for us: Seeberger trusts in a demonstrably sustainable production of high ecological and social standards.

Already for nearly 30 years now, Bicycle Holidays Max Huerzeler has been a synonym for perfectly organized bike tours led by experienced guides. What began as the favourite training spot of Max Huerzeler (former World Champion in motorpaced cycling) has become the hub of his offer for biking enthusiasts: On Majorca alone, the Swiss company by now operates a total of ten locations. Together with the guests of the two additional places in Chiclana (Andalusia) and Mayrhofen (Ziller Valley), about 30.000 customers per year do trust in the great experience of the bike-holiday specialist. International tours in e. g. Thailand, Argentina, Cuba or the USA are also available.

For bookings, please visit: Mallorca Aktiv GmbH www.mallorca-aktiv.de

www.seeberger.de

Vaude Sustainably modern

www.bicycle-holidays.com Fortunately, cycling is more than just a trend. In contrast, the adequate outfits produced by CENTURION’s equipment partner Vaude are definitely trendy and presented each new season for bikers of virtually all kinds. In 1974, the company was founded by the von Dewitz family (“vD” = “Vaude”) in Tettnang, (Upper Swabia); since 2009, it has been managed by Antje von Dewitz. Already at an early point of time, Vaude has trusted in sustainability and responsible production. Until today, this dedication has been rewarded with several awards and prizes.

www.vaude.com

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Numinis / Numinis Carbon.29

No Pogo.27

Trailbanger

Backfire Carbon.29 L

CT C

Rahmengröße Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte Oberrohrlänge Steuerrohrwinkel Sitzrohrwinkel effektiv Sitzrohrwinkel tatsächlich Hinterbaulänge Tretlagerabsenkung Steuerrohrlänge Gabeleinbaulänge Gabelvorbiegung Radstand Tretlager Hinterbaubreite

41 410

51 56 61 510 560 610 – 585 605 625 645 665 69 69.5 69.5 70 70 73 70.5 453 35 95 110 125 140 170 525 46 1120 1135 1156 1171 1193 Press-Fit 92 E-Thru 142

CT C AH Q1 Q7 Q8 D H L G F W

46 460

41 410 366 575

46 51 460 510 416 467 595 615 67.5 74 69.2 435 13 100 110 125 545 44 1128 1149 1171 Press-Fit 92 E-Thru 142

CT C AH Q1 Q7 Q8 D H L G F W

56 560 517 635

1193

Backfire Carbon.27 AH

W H

D Rahmengröße Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben Oberrohrlänge Steuerrohrwinkel Sitzrohrwinkel Hinterbaulänge Tretlagerabsenkung Steuerrohrlänge Gabeleinbaulänge Gabelvorbiegung Radstand Tretlager Hinterbaubreite

140

Backfire.29

W H

41 46 51 410 460 510 570 590 610 67.0 67.5 67.5 72.5 72.5 72.5 440 -20 110 125 155 530 40 1123 1138 1161 BSA 73 E-Thru 142

CT AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

56 560 630 68.0 72.5

185

1177

Backfire.27

CT C AH Q1 Q7 Q8 D H L G F W

41 410 355 580 70.5 73 71.7

46 460 405 600 70.5 73 71.5

51 510 455 620 71 72.5 70.7

56 560 505 640 71 72.5 70.6

110

125 505 46 1097 1105 Press-Fit 92 E-Thru 142

140

445 65

1076

Backfire

51 510 457 610 70.5 72.5

56 560 508 630 70.5 72.5

100

110

125 485 42 1081 1090 Press-Fit 92 E-Thru 142

145

1060

1111

Backfire Fit Lady

Backfire Fit

36 360 301 550 70 73.5

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

1045

41 410 354 570 70 73

46 51 460 510 405 457 590 610 70 70.5 73 72.5 430 45 100 110 130 485 42 1060 1081 1090 BSA 73 / Press-Fit 92 135

56 560 508 630 70.5 72.5

61 610 559 650 70.5 72.5

155

185

1111

1126

EVE.29

Rahmengröße Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte Oberrohrlänge Steuerrohrwinkel Sitzrohrwinkel Hinterbaulänge Tretlagerabsenkung Steuerrohrlänge Gabeleinbaulänge Gabelvorbiegung Radstand Tretlager Hinterbaubreite

425 45

46 460 405 590 70 73

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

41 410 354 570 70 73

CT C AH Q1 Q7 Q8 D H L G F W

41 46 51 56 61 410 460 510 560 610 355 405 455 505 555 580 600 620 640 655 70.5 70.5 71 71 71.5 73 73 72.5 72.5 72 71.5 71.6 71.2 71.3 70.8 445 65 95 110 125 140 170 505 46 1076 1097 1105 1126 1129 BSA 73 / Press-Fit 92 135

CT C

C F

CT C

1126

31 310 260 530 69,5 73.5

46 51 460 510 410 460 590 605 70 70,5 72.5 72 425 30 95 95 110 125 140 470 40 1028 1048 1059 1074 1078 BSA 73 135

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

36 41 360 410 310 360 550 570 69,5 70 73.5 73

56 61 560 610 510 560 620 630 70.5 70.5 71.5 71

170

200

1088 1092

EVE

L L

56 560 420 600 71 70

185

1035

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

41 410 230 555 70 71

46 51 460 510 230 230 570 585 70.5 70.5 70.5 70 425 50 110 125 155 450 40 1013 1017 1026 BSA 73 135

Q7 D

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

41 46 410 460 325 375 565 585 70 70 73.5 73 445 70 95 110 505 46 1070 1085 73 135

51 510 425 605 70,5 73

125

1100

Rahmengröße Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben CT Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C Oberrohrlänge AH Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 Hinterbaulänge D Tretlagerabsenkung H Steuerrohrlänge L Gabeleinbaulänge G Gabelvorbiegung F Radstand W Tretlager * Tretlager ** Hinterbaubreite * EVE Eco und Basic ** EVE Sport

W H

46 51 460 510 320 370 570 585 70.5 70.5 70.5 70 425 50 110 125 155 450 40 1013 1017 1026 BSA 73 135

Geometries

41 410 270 555 70 71

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CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

C F

CT W

36 360 275 540 69 73

41 46 410 460 325 375 555 575 69 69,5 72.5 72 425 35 110 125 140 470 40 1037 1048 1057 BSA 73 Press-Fit 92 135

51 510 425 590 69,5 72

155

1073

R’Bock

Cross Line

Cross Line Lady

Cyclo Cross AH

AH L

52 55 58 520 550 580 475 505 535 585 605 620 71.5 72 72 73.5 73 73 445 70 125 140 170 450 45 1072 1081 1097 BSA 73 135

61 610 565 630 72.5 72.5

200

1095

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

1045

Rahmengröße Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben Oberrohrlänge Steuerrohrwinkel Sitzrohrwinkel Hinterbaulänge Tretlagerabsenkung Steuerrohrlänge Gabeleinbaulänge Gabelvorbiegung Radstand Tretlager Hinterbaubreite

CT AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

47 470 530 72 73

125

965

200

50 54 500 540 230 230 560 580 71.5 72 73.5 73 440 65 140 155 390 45 1042 1052 BSA 68 135

61 610 565 595 72 72.5

CT C

E-Fire Sport

50 500 540 72.5 73

53 56 59 62 530 560 590 620 550 560 572 588 73 73 73.5 73.5 73 73 73 73 405 68 140 154 170 186 210 372 45 970 976 986 992 1008 Press-Fit 86,5 130

E-Fire Tour

52 55 58 520 550 580 475 505 535 530 545 570 71 71.5 72 74 73.5 73 425 70 110 140 170 390 45 1003 1010 1025 Press-Fit 86,5 130

Backfire E.29

48 CT 480 C 435 AH 520 Q1 70.5 Q7 74.5 D H L 95 G F W 1002

46 CT 460 C 230 AH 540 Q1 71.5 Q7 73.5 D H L 125 G F W 1022

Hyperdrive

1077

215

Q1 1097

61 610 560 615 72.5 72.5

185

C Q7

58 550 230 620 72 73

CT F

52 55 58 520 550 580 470 500 530 570 590 605 71.5 72 72 73.5 73 73 440 65 140 155 185 390 45 1052 1062 1078 BSA 68 135

46 50 54 430 470 510 230 230 230 570 585 605 71.5 71.5 72 73.5 73.5 73 445 70 125 140 170 450 45 1057 1072 1082 BSA 73 135

Gigadrive

48 CT 480 C 430 AH 550 Q1 71.5 Q7 73.5 D H L 125 G F W 1032

Cross- & City Speed Lady

48 CT 480 C 435 AH 570 Q1 71.5 Q7 73.5 D H L 110 G F W 1056

H Rahmengröße Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte Oberrohrlänge Steuerrohrwinkel Sitzrohrwinkel Hinterbaulänge Tretlagerabsenkung Steuerrohrlänge Gabeleinbaulänge Gabelvorbiegung Radstand Tretlager Hinterbaubreite

Cross- & City Speed

20 24 25 28 250 280 179 205 455 510 70 69 74 73 380 420 8 25 110 125 355 390 38 38 906 999 BSA 68 BSA 68 135 135

16 21 210 135 385 70 73 310 9 80 270 24 737 68 110

12 17 170 95 315 70 72,5 270 -10 70 220 24 595 65 110

CT C

12 Walk 12 120 70 295 70,5 70,5 220 "-10" 55 220 24 544 – 95

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

CT C

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

50 53 56 59 62 500 530 560 590 620 460 490 520 550 580 535 545 560 575 590 72.5 72.5 73 73 73.5 74 73.5 73.5 73 73 410 68 95 125 155 185 215 370 43 972 983 994 1004 1013 Press-Fit 86,5 130

65 650 610 600 73.5 72.5

245

1017

E-Co AH

46 460 410 600 70.5 73 470 65 110 505 46 1122

51 510 460 620 71 72.5 470 65 125 505 46 1131

– 135

56 560 510 640 71 72.5 470 65 140 505 46 1151

46 CT 460 C 410 AH 575 Q1 71 Q7 D H L 140 G F W 1082

51 510 460 585 71

56 560 510 605 71.5 73 465 70 140 160 460 45 1092 1107 – 135

61 610 560 625 72

200

1123

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

46 430 279 575 71

50 470 271 585 71 73 465 70 140 160 460 45 1079 1090 – 135

Q1 H

H 41 410 360 570 70 73 450 45 115 485 42 1081

CT C AH Q1 Q7 D H L G F W

CT C W

54 510 270 605 71.5

180

1105

46 CT 430 C – AH 595 Q1 Q7 D 440 H 45 L 180 G 435 F W 1094

51 56 61 480 530 580 – – – 605 625 645 70.5 73 465 465 465 70 70 70 180 200 220 460 460 460 45 1117 1141 1162 – 135 (132 E-Co 308 Coaster EQ)

Geometries

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Gigadrive Disc A new era begins Road bikes represent pure fascinating velocity. Their construction is reduced to the essentials while their riders do consider themselves as real purists. Is it allowed to revise a well-proven system completely at essential points? Is it allowed to intervene in this filigree piece of art? We are convinced: Yes, it is. And in the case of disc-brake utilization, it even is a must. It took many years until disc brakes became established in the MTB sector – today, they are standard especially in the high-end segment. Their benefits are too convincing, their performance is too powerful. And by now, the modern brake technology has also entered the cyclo-cross world: Since 2010, disc brakes for cyclo-cross racing have officially been authorized by the International Cycling Union (Union Cycliste Internationale; UCI). So why not for road machines as well? “Because they are too heavy”, opponents will say. And because they might cause friction, because they look unfamiliar etc… And? Disc brakes do not only convince with a considerably higher performance (especially in wet conditions): They also take the safety-relevant component “rim” as a wearing part out of the calculation. They enable exciting rim designs. They allow the use of lighter inner tubes. They simplify the realization of tubeless concepts etc. And? A road bike with disc brakes can look truly fascinating. Here is the Gigadrive Disc. Coming 2014.

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Thank you ”Everything will be alright in the end. If it is not, then it is not the end.” (Oscar Wilde, 1854-1900) Quite a few literary comparisons might be drawn when we pass the production process of the 2014 CENTURION catalogue in review. So for instance: “Rome was not built in a day“ or “All that glitters is not gold”. But because we are (once again) proud of what has become “our baby” for MY 2014, we have decided for the good end of an again exciting production – whose success resulted, as it has always done, from the dedication of quite a lot of extraordinarily motivated people. Besides the obligatory praise of ourselves for the conceptualization, layouting, planning and realization with regard to the contents of “CENTURION Bikes 2014”, we do especially thank Daniel Geiger (www.danielgeiger.net): His successful mix of professionalism, experience, exceptional dedication and a pinch of “intuitive thinking at the right moment” has again resulted in excellent photos. Though our bikes did not only cut a good figure outdoors alongside with models (who also deserve our gratitude): They too had to be put into the right indoors perspective for precise close-ups. Regarding this, a big thanks goes to Olaf Nagel (www.nagel-photodesign.de) who has already often had to work under less difficult conditions for sure… Thank you, Markus Mittner (www.kontrastplus.net), for the final picture editing and so for our catalogue’s “visual fine tuning“! And not least, a reliable printing company is necessary to ensure that the precious piece is not only published digitally but also that your hands can feel its weight – many thanks, BluePrint AG (www.blueprint.de)! During the photo shootings, we were kindly supported by the Schwarzwald Tourismus GmbH and by the Zillertal Tourismus GmbH – thank you for the excellent assistance on location! Our models were kept warm and dry by Vaude Bikewear; their precious heads and eyes were protected with the help of Alpina. Great thanks for this as well! And our very special thanks goes to Inge and Herbert this year – thank you for your special contribution which was so superb! As you can see: it was worth it!

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