tout terrain catalog bicycles 2016 by Stephanie Roemer

2016 bicycles

Dear readers, The 2016 bike year will once again bring a number of trends and innovations. Choosing the right product for you will be even harder – you, the consumer, are spoiled by choice, as they say. When leafing through our catalog, maybe not for the first time, you will see many products that you know from last year. Since the evolution of our products is extremely important to us, we have changed many small details again this year to make them even better. In our opinion, changes only make sense if they create an actual advantage for you in everyday life or when traveling. In addition, you will find a brand new segment this year, the X.Over series models. These were created for all cyclists who travel according to the motto «less is more». Less equipment, more experiences. With a minimal amount of luggage, you define the path and the destination – no matter if you’re traveling on paved roads or off-road far from civilization. With the X.Over models,

Our Xpress series has also grown to include The City II Xpress and the Chiyoda Xpress. These new stars in the biking world combine urban chic and a classic frame with the newest technologies in a one-of-a-kind way. Without a doubt, you will cause a bigger sensation than you might expect. We hope you are as enthusiastic about our big and small innovations as we are, as enthusiasm creates even more passion for biking. We hope you enjoy reading the catalog! Stephanie & Oliver Römer

Cover: Torres del Paine, Argentina, GMS S 50° 57‘ 54‘‘ W 72° 51‘ 33‘‘

the application area is nearly limitless.

Bikepacking +

Bikepacking

x.over expedition

3-in-1 dropout design

Triangle Belt Adjustment (TBA)

Variable Belt Adjustment (VBA)

Integrated frame lock

City Safety

Off-road / Tour

On-road / Urban

À–la–carte–Service

urban trekking

04 Concept 05 innovations 06 Ergonomics 08 City Safety 12 Chiyoda 14 Chiyoda Xpress 16 The City II / GT 18 The City II xpress 20 Metropolitan Shopper 24 Metropolitan 26 Metropolitan Xpress 28 Via Veneto 30 Via Veneto Xpress 32 Amber Road

34 Bikepacking 38 X.Over.Blacktop / GT 40 X.Over.Gravel / GT 44 Grande Route / XCR 46 5th Avenue / GT 48 5th Avenue Xplore 50 Silkroad / GT 52 Silkroad Xplore 54 Two to Shanghai 58 Tanami 60 Tanami Xplore 62 Panamericana 64 Panamericana Xplore 66 Frame Geometries

Images and equipment in this catalog may differ from the standard equipment.

concept made in freiburg

On-road testing

MORE THAN JUST COLOR

Every tout terrain bicycle is custom-built. We don‘t have a production line or robots. All of our assemblers make bicycles entirely from start to finish and thus see what they have «created». Our environmentally friendly, in-house powder coating facility allows us to design a special product and to fulfill many requests. Each day, a committed team of cyclists creates products bearing the label «Made in Freiburg».

Product tests are an important component of product development. That‘s why we not only devote lots of time to testing the initial prototypes, but also to testing production products under real-world conditions. These practical tests are highly valuable, as they are carried out over many months by various people under a wide variety of conditions. Our requirements are maximum reliability and ruggedness with minimum maintenance effort. In addition, we perform laboratory stress tests according to established testing standards in order to back up our practical examinations through theoretical tests. We keep in personal contact with many of our customers and thus find out first-hand where our products can still be improved.

Like fashion, paint gives a product an individual, personal touch. However, the finish provides more than just the color. It‘s vital to a bicycle‘s longevity and is subjected to challenging demands, such as mechanical stress caused by daily use and the corrosive effects of road salt during year-round operation. Our in-house facility for finishing technology allows us to set up strict process controls for meeting these requirements and ensuring a consistently high level of quality. All of our bicycle frames and forks are painted in an elaborate five-stage process. The foundation is formed by pretreating the unfinished frame in order to seal and clean the surface, thus ensuring excellent paint adhesion. In the next step, primer is applied, which inhibits the penetration of moisture and provides corrosion protection. The next two process steps, painting and application of the protective transparent layer, ensure an attractive appearance. Finally, the frames undergo a complex finishing process, during which cavity sealing is performed on the frames.

DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN All tout terrain products are developed and designed in Freiburg, Germany, at the edge of the Black Forest. New ideas are generated during daily use, from input provided by our customers, or from suggestions for improvement made by our test riders. The latest software, production expertise, and passion all come together to give rise to unique products. Conducting in-house development means that development times can be shortened and allows original, innovative ideas to be implemented rapidly. Thanks to our inhouse prototyping, we know not only how to produce a product in theory, but also in practice.

Collection Colors

black

White

Deep Ocean Blue Metallic

Anthracite Metallic

fire opal metallic

Olea metallic

British yellow-green Racing Green matt Metallic

atlantico metallic

bordeaux violet matt

Special colors can be selected from the portfolio of our powder suppliers or from the RAL color system. Please contact your dealer for further information. 4 concept

innovations Integrated rack with a low luggage center of gravity, Racktime system adapter, and integrated fender attachment improves riding performance, increases usability, and reduces maintenance

Ergo-Stop and Ergo-Stop-Plus Ergonomic steering stop with optional steering lock makes everyday biking easier and prevents damage to the frame, light cables, and shifting and brake cables

Frame material tout terrain custom tubing by Dedacciai â&#x20AC;&#x201C; light and rugged

Installing the light cable in the rack prevents damage to the cable

Carbon Drive belt drive reduces bike maintenance and keeps pants clean

Disk brakes Reliable hydraulic disk brakes with superior braking performance in cold and moisture VBA and TBA Patented tensioning solutions for setting chain and belt tension and belt line innovations

Ergonomics INNOVATION AND QUALITY tout terrain – innovation and quality is what we‘re about. We are focusing on developing and manufacturing sophisticated, innovative products that are consistently tailored to users and which provide maximum riding enjoyment, low maintenance, and a long lifetime. The focus is thus on the bicycle as a whole. The heart of the bike, the frame and the fork, are crucial to riding enjoyment and performance. However, as we all know, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Care and skilled craftsmanship are required to turn the best materials and the most innovative designs into a well-rounded product.

ERGOFIT Shifters from Rohloff, Pinion and Shimano have proven their functionality. You will find other highvalue components almost exclusively at tout terrain: Cinq, our own high-end brand Cranks with a lifetime warranty and hardcoated chain rings by Middleburn Virtually indestructible Chris King steering headsets, bottom brackets, and hubs Hub dynamos from SON, optionally with direct connection Lighting systems by Supernova Gates® Carbon Drive™ belt drive

In addition to a bicycle’s riding performance, the ergonomics of the components and thus your sitting position on the bike are decisive when it comes to comfort. These include all primary components with which you have direct contact such as grips, as well as secondary components which significantly affect the sitting position such as the handlebar or stem. Our Ergofit concept provides you with a selection of components covering a broad spectrum based on years of customer feedback. We use our own high-quality Black Label components, which are supplemented by especially ergonomic brands such as Syntace or Jeff Jones. To see the full overview, go to www.en.tout-terrain.de.

We offer new, innovative accessories that you won’t generally find elsewhere, which we have selected with care.

Black Label City Pedal

Shift:R for Speedhub 500/14

Black Label Family

Jeff Jones Touring bar

À-LA-CARTE-SERVICE YOU DESIGN IT – WE MAKE IT. Our bikes have been tried and tested over thousands of kilometers all over the world and the equipment is continuously being optimized for the type of application. We offer options for customization which make for practical supplements to the bikes. Cyclists embarking on long tours often have particular equipment requirements. For this purpose, we offer our extended À–la–carte–Service, allowing you, for example, to have custom braze-ons and brake bosses fitted to your tout terrain bicycle. As part of the À– la–carte–Service, you can even choose your desired color, whether flashy or low-key, just as you like. Please bear in mind that there may be longer delivery times and additional charges when using the À–la– carte–Service. Please see our price list for additional information. If we are not able to fully customize your bicycle according to your wishes, your tout terrain quality partner will be happy to consult with you to provide assistance in selecting components and putting together your dream bike.

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city safety Theft protection

Safety Safety is important to cyclists and manifests itself in different ways. Safety in road traffic is about avoiding accidents, while securing articles is important for guarding against theft. Our City Safety concept provides you with solutions for Safety and visibility in road traffic Theft protection According to the bicycle model, you can configure various safety solutions from these categories according to your needs. We can thus provide you with ideal protection for you and your bike. The issue of visibility is an especially high priority for cyclists, particularly year-round cyclists. When cycling in road traffic in autumn and winter and under poor light conditions, you are exposed to risks that need to be minimized. In addition to our high-quality lighting systems, we offer other solutions that increase your visibility in road traffic.

ABUS frame lock with optional chain

Supernova E3 PRO2

tout terrain Reflex Design is a reflective tape that is applied to the frame at various locations and protected by a transparent coating. It improves the visibility of your bicycle in daily traffic. During the day, it is inconspicuous and is not immediately recognizable as such. LED lighting systems improve visibility and sight for everyday riding. Regular riders in particular profit from high-quality and durable LED lighting systems, since these can also be used continuously in daytime mode. Disk brakes decrease braking distances, especially in wet conditions. All tout terrain bicycles are therefore factory-equipped with disk brakes, thus increasing your bike’s active safety.

PitLock tension axles

Theft protection is vital. The only way to reduce the risk of having your bicycle stolen is to take the appropriate measures. In addition to criminal gangs for whom even burglaries are routine, bicycles are often the targets of petty theft. Our goal is not only to prevent theft, but also to recover the bicycle as quickly as possible in the event of theft. We provide the following security options for this purpose: Locking is better than not locking: Even logical actions are not always carried out. When you’re out shopping, you don’t have time to waste. The perfect solution is an integrated frame lock from ABUS, which can be used on all tout terrain city bikes. You can supplement it with a chain made of hardened steel, which fits neatly and compactly into a special pocket on the bottle holder. Inbuss screws reduce the theft of bike parts. Standard on the seat post, which is particularly vulnerable, and optionally available for your wheels. Outfitting with PitLock tension axles is also recommended for high-value wheels. The specially coded fasteners can be opened only with a special tool.

Up to now, the chances of finding a stolen bicycle have been slim. Given the difficulty of identifying stolen bicycles and determining the owner of ones that are recovered, cases are only rarely resolved. tout terrain provides all its bicycles with an effective solution to this problem with the tout terrain bike finder, the theft protection system from CODE-No. com. Using this CODE number, owners can register their bicycles as their property at www.code-no.com. The online registration is free and there is no time limit. CODE-No.com identifies a bicycle anonymously and clearly, making it possible to identify bicycles and their owners using CODE-No.com. The CODE number also provides a clear indication of registration, thus acting as a deterrent.

Code-No.com

tout terrain safety reflecting tapes

Code-No.com security label Identifies the bicycle and enables conclusive identification

tout terrain safety reflex decor For higher visibility in darkness

Advantages of CODE-No: Registration at www.code-no.com at no additional cost. Highly visible code acts as a deterrent to bicycle theft. Articles registered with CODE-No.com are easy to identify as stolen goods and are almost impossible to sell. Owner anonymity is ensured. The highly adhesive label is beneath the transparent coating, making it difficult to remove.

tout terrain safety reflecting tape For higher visibility in darkness

Integrated mounting for the frame lock A frame lock can prevent theft.

city safety

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urban

The URBAN category has a model for everyone, no matter if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;re an everyday cyclist or a trendsetter. Whether the stylish city racer The City,

chiyoda

chiyoda xpress

the city II / GT

the city II xpress

the elegant Chiyoda, or the Metropolitan Shopper transport bike, all have one thing in common: They epitomize lifestyle and riding fun. The Carbon Drive belt is available on all models, making daily cycling easier while reducing soiling.

metropolitan shopper

urban

Chiyoda

ÂŤ The excellent processed and high quality Urban Bike combines classic and modern. A favorite bike for every day and for a long time. Lines on the eccentric bottom bracket facilitate the adjustment of belt alignment. Quality in every detail.Âť ADFC-Magazin Radwelt 4/14

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chiyoda / white

black

white

yellowgreen matt

fire opal metallic

ELEGANCE ON TWO WHEELS The Chiyoda is our expression of a fast, agile, cool city bike. The Chiyoda‘s great strength lies in its perfect symbiosis of sleek elegance and select components that rise to the most challenging demands. The finely wrought steel frame is highly stable and available in a variety of colors to allow you to make your own lifestyle statement. The C-Light embedded in the seat post clamp fits right in along with the other components. Its LED light strip has a 180° beam angle providing maximum lateral visibility. Thus there is no adapter or protruding taillight to mar the visual effect. The C-Light‘s parking light function allows an unrestricted selection of the headlight. The excellent everyday cycling quality culminates in the Carbon Drive belt, which makes daily cycling better, easier, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. With a sporty yet comfortable seat position and a highly torsion-resistant frame, it is perfect for getting into the city with maximum efficiency.

Quality over quantity - the monostay chain stay gives the bike that certain something Integrated brake mounts in the chain stay provide a clean design C-Light with super-bright LEDs embedded into the seat clamp combines design and function (optional) Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Belt-specific chain stay design ensures the use of different gear ratios of the Carbon Drive System®

Monostay frame Integrated brake mounts Variable Belt Adjustment System character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

470

510

Total bike weight from

« It has everything you need - the tout terrain Chiyoda offers urban bikers pure unadulterated efficiency. It transports you silently, safely, and rapidly through the city with understated style.» Urban Cycling 1/13

11,5 kg urban 13

Chiyoda xpress

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chiyoda xpress / RAL 5024 pastel blue (Ă&#x20AC;-La-Carte color)

black

white

yellowgreen matt

fire opal metallic

AESTHETIC, INNOVATIVE AND EFFICIENT The twin brother of the Chiyoda with Pinion gearbox - the Chiyoda Xpress with our unique TBA system combined with a Pinion shifter and the Gates Carbon Drive belt is an expression of a modern, urban lifestyle. Whether on the way to work every day of out to the café, the Chiyoda Xpress stands for technical superiority, reliability and low maintenance in every situation, paired with urban chic. The Chiyoda Xpress is very agile and accelerates quickly. Due to the compact, lightweight 26 inch wheels, the bike is agile but comfortable. The Pinion gearbox shifts quietly and precisely like a Swiss watch. The harmonically graduated gears are optimal for everyday use and guarantee an absolutely carefree drive.

Elegant steel frame with Monostay chain stay Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment Extremely low maintenance. The gearbox works in an oil bath and is designed to achieve a service life of 60,000 km (37,000 miles) Optimal adaptation to the application area due to the broad range of gearbox choices Carbon Drive belt for low-maintenance, oil-free drive Silent e-Drive® ready

Code-No.com security label Carbon Drive® belt dropout Triangular Belt Adjustment character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

470

510

Total bike weight from

13 kg urban 15

The City II

ÂŤ Overland City Express. Perfect set up for the city, suitable on the mountain, with classy carefree components. Fully equipped except lights the bike is quite light with only 13.6 kilos and rides lively and agile.Âť RADtouren 4/14

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the city II / yellow-green matt

black

white

yellowgreen matt

fire opal metallic

URBAN LIFESTYLE The City II is a stylish 28“ city racer with a sensational look and high-quality components to match. The City has light chromoly tubing with a monostay chain stay to give the bike agility and speed, as well as detailed features such the fender fitting on the rack. In addition to the hydraulic disk brakes, The City offers an extensive selection of internal gear hubs. This means lower maintenance effort and a long operating life. In the GT version we use suitable to racing handlebars a choice of mechanical or hydraulic disk brakes. Thanks to the new Shift:Rs, Rohloff fans no longer have to do without the thumb shifter. The City is available in various component options for Shimano and Rohloff gear hubs, optionally also with Carbon Drive belt drive.

Monostay chain stay with integrated fender mounting Integrated brake mounts in the chain stay provide a clean design Separable dropout for easy belt mounting Belt-specific chain stay design ensures the use of different gear ratios of the Carbon Drive System® Cavity-sealed, powder-coated frame from twice-butted chromoly tubing Choice of drives: Shimano or Rohloff Uninterrupted brake cable housing Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive

Monostay chain stay Ergo-Stop steering stop Carbon Drive® belt dropout character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

470

510

Total bike weight from

12 kg

the city II GT / olea metallic (À-la-carte)

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the city II xpress

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The City II Xpress / Anthracite Matt (Ă&#x20AC;-La-Carte color)

black

white

yellowgreen matt

fire opal metallic

THE XPRESS TRAM REPLACEMENT The City II Xpress is the perfect substitute for the commuter train for anyone who rides the same route every day and in every weather. The fine and uniformly graded gears are perfectly suited for the ride to work so you‘re always in charge of the situation. The central position of the gearbox distributes the weight optimally and enables balanced handling. With the City II Xpress, fun on the way to work is a given. The low-maintenance and durable enclosed drive with the wide range of gears can be switched at the blink of an eye and with perfect reliability, uphill and downhill. Together with the Gates Carbon Drive belt, the City II Xpress has very low maintenance requirements.

Elegant steel frame with Monostay chain stay Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Carbon Drive belt for low-maintenance, oil-free drive Belt specific chain stay design ensures the use of various gear ratios of the Carbon Drive Systems® Extremely low maintenance. The gearbox works in an oil bath and is designed to achieve a service life of 60,000 km (37,000 miles) Optimal adaptation to the application area due to the broad range of gearbox choices Silent e-Drive® ready

American Classic rear wheel hub Carbon Drive® belt dropout Black Label City pedal character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

470

510

Total bike weight from

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Metropolitan Shopper

« The bottom line: More biking, less driving – this often fails due to heavy transport loads. But there is a solution: tout terrain‘s Shopper masters not only family shopping trips with a green footprint.» Trekking Bike 1/15

Ergo-Stop-Plus

Integrated rack with modular Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime® Racktime Front Rack with Supernova front light

Central kickstand for single or bipod kickstand

metropolitan shopper / white (À-la-carte color)

black

olea metallic

atlantico metallic

yellowgreen matt

bordeaux violet matt

MULTIFUNCTIONAL, LIGHT CARGO BIKE The universal »Shopper« is perfect for nearly any challenge in your daily life and free time. The wide range of loading options make extensive shopping trips possible, Sunday outings with a picnic basket for the whole family or use as service vehicle for companies. Its double Racktime carrier system gives you maximum flexibility in attaching baskets, child seats, and other Racktime-compatible accessories. Everything can be attached or detached in just one step to facility everyday use. The stable front rack for loads of up to 10 kg can be equipped either with a basket or a transport box. Fixing points for panniers on the integrated rack expand the loading options even further.

In order to ensure safety while standing as well as while cycling, we have the developed the ESP (ErgoStop-Plus). The ESP ensures that the handlebar retains its position and does not rotate, even when the bicycle is fully loaded. Combined with a bipod kickstand, you‘re all set for shopping, even with the little one in tow. A special version of the Supernova lighting ensures excellent vision at night and is attached in the front rack for good protection. However, the Metropolitan Shopper is not just for city use - it‘s also great for longer trips and weekend outings. When it‘s not transporting things, it has the same handling characteristics as the classical Metropolitan and the same great features like belt drive for lots of cycling pleasure.

Racktime Front rack with Box-it basket

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

S m l

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510

560

Total bike weight from

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trekking

The tout terrain TREKKING models are reliable, versatile, and low-maintenance. The wheels adjust to the varying requirements

Metropolitan

Metropolitan Xpress

Via Veneto

Via Veneto Xpress

and feel at equally at home on asphalt and on bike trails. They are equipped with belts and internal gear hubs, as well as other high-足 quality components, making them reliable companions for everyday use, while commuting, or for touring.

Amber Road

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Metropolitan

« The Metropolitan is the bike that best brings the advantages of the belt to bear: ideal for light travel and everyday routes, practically equipped, rugged, top craftsmanship – and very reasonably priced for this brand.» RADtouren 4/13

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metropolitan / RAL 3032 Pearl ruby red (À-la-carte color)

black

olea Metallic

atlantico Metallic

yellowgreen matt

bordeaux violet matt

CAREFREE EVERYDAY BIKING The Metropolitan is the logical realization of a maintenance-free bike for everyday use and for touring, and is the classic for commuters and urban cyclists. It brings everyday biking to a new level with an integrated belt drive, which makes daily biking better, simpler, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. The VBA system facilitates a simple, simultaneous adjustment of the belt tension and belt line. The carrier system with Snap-IT® components reduces the number of screws by 30%, thereby lowering weight while increasing longevity and rigidity. In addition, the light cable can be installed inside the rack tube. The Ergo-Stop steering stop prevents the handlebar from rotating, thus protecting the gear and brake levers from bending and severing. Its ergonomic positioning and design eliminate the risk of injuries to knees and legs.

Carbon Drive belt for low-maintenance, oil-free drive Easy drive adjustment with the patent-pending Variable Belt Adjustment System (VBA) Belt-specific chain stay design ensures the use of different gear ratios of the Carbon Drive System®. Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Integrated rack with modular Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime® Integrated frame lock fitting Child seats can be installed Ergo-Stop steering stop Trapezoidal frame available

Integrated frame lock fitting Snap-IT® carrier system Carbon Drive® belt dropout character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size s

M L xl

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575 595

615

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510 560

610

Total bike weight from 14,5 kg

Metropolitan T / Olea Metallic

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Metropolitan Xpress

« The Metropolitan of Freiburg‘s bike specialist rides very agile and accelerates nimble: the compact, consciously built light 26-inch wheels keep the high quality processed chromoly bike handy.» Trekkingbike 5/14

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metropolitan xpress / Deep Ocean Blue matt (À-la-carte color)

black

olea Metallic

atlantico Metallic

yellowgreen matt

bordeaux violet matt

MINIMUM MAINTENANCE. MAXIMUM FUNCTIONALITY. The Metropolitan Xpress combines several of the latest pioneering technical innovations: belt drive, Pinion gearbox and the tout terrain City Safety concept. With the Metropolitan Xpress, we have gone a step further toward bringing a low-maintenance, urban commuter bike to the marketplace – in perhaps the most consistent implementation ever achieved. The Carbon Drive belt makes everyday cycling better, easier, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. It‘s more rugged and quiet and requires less maintenance than a chain. It‘s greaseless, oil-free, and trouble-free. The unique new patent-pending TBA system makes it easy to tension the belt without having to adjust the dropout. A masterpiece of German engineering, the Pinion gearbox provides a wide range of gears with excellent ratios, making it ideal for commuters and frequent riders. The sealed casing protects the gearbox from dirt and damage for ensuring low maintenance.

Carbon Drive belt for low-maintenance, oil-free drive Frame-integrated rack with modular attachment of Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime®. A wide range of accessories enables a variety of applications Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required Ideal adaptation to the range of use through a variety of gear options Extremely low maintenance. The gearbox works in an oil bath and is designed to achieve a service life of 60,000 km (37,000 miles) Integrated frame lock fitting Ergo-Stop steering stop Trapezoidal frame available Silent e-Drive® ready Carbon Drive® belt dropout Triangular Belt Adjustment Integrated frame lock fitting

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size s

M L xl

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575 595

615

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510 560

610

Total bike weight from 14,5 kg

Metropolitan Xpress T / Bordeaux Violet Matt

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Via Veneto

« The Via Veneto is a racy commuting bike which is also suitable for athletic tours. It has everything needed for everyday cycling, even if you don‘t notice it at first. The balance has been achieved very successfully.» aktiv Radfahren 3/14

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Via Veneto T / RAL 5021 Water blue (À-la-carte color)

black

olea Metallic

atlantico Metallic

yellowgreen matt

bordeaux violet matt

LA DOLCE VITA The Via Veneto is the elegant, slim-line city and touring bike with 28-inch wheels. This bike guarantees lots of fun and is perfect for sporty urban dwellers cycling to work during the week and to the countryside on weekends. Four component options are available, all with internal gear hubs. The rack is elegantly connected to and integrated with the frame, causing a better distribution of the various forces and allowing a better riding experience. The bike rides smoothly, even with panniers loaded. In the trapezoidal version, it has a lower step-through. A plus for everyday biking: the seat tube clamp allows installation of a child seat. The Via Veneto is available with chain drive as well as belt drive. The streamlined 28-inch wheels give it fleet-footed, sporty character, thus making it the perfect all-around bike for those who love getting there quickly.

Smooth-running 28-inch wheels Optional modular stainless-steel spring clamp Reliable, sensitive disk brakes with excellent braking performance under wet conditions Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Integrated rack with modular Snap-IT速 carrier system from Racktime速 Integrated frame lock fitting Child seats can be installed Cavity-sealed, powder-coated frame made of chromoly tubing Light cable has high tensile strength and special cable guide Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop Trapezoidal frame available

Snap-IT速 carrier system Carbon Drive速 belt dropout Integrated frame lock with chain character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size s

M L xl

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575 595

615

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510 560

610

Total bike weight from 14,5 kg

via veneto / black

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Via Veneto Xpress

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via veneto xpress / Atlantico Metallic

black

olea Metallic

atlantico Metallic

yellowgreen matt

bordeaux violet matt

PRETTY. FAST. The Via Veneto is the Transrapid within the Xpress line. It’s both pretty and pretty fast, making it perfect for commuters and frequent riders. The classical lines and the slim but comfortable 28-inch tires give you the acceleration and agility that you want for everyday cycling. The new Pinion gearboxes provide universal application options with low complexity. The Carbon Drive belt makes everyday cycling better, easier, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. It‘s more rugged and quiet and requires less maintenance than a chain. It‘s greaseless, oil-free, and trouble-free. The unique patent-pending TBA system makes it easy to tension the belt without having to adjust the dropout. The Pinion gearbox provides a wide range of gears with excellent ratios, making it ideal for commuters and frequent riders. Together with the Metropolitan Xpress, the Via Veneto Xpress is perhaps the most consistent realization of the modern everyday bike.

Smooth-running 28-inch wheels Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required Ideal adaptation to the range of use through a variety of gear options Frame-integrated rack with modular attachment of Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime® Integrated frame lock fitting Cavity-sealed, powder-coated frame made of chromoly tubing Light cable has high tensile strength and special cable guide Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop Trapezoidal frame available Silent e-Drive® ready Carbon Drive® belt dropout Triangular Belt Adjustment Integrated frame lock fitting

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size s

M L xl

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575 595

615

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510 560

610

Total bike weight from 16 kg

via veneto xpress t / bordeaux violet matt

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Amber Road

« The Amber Road from tout terrain is sporty and quiet and has a long lifetime, with a wide variety of configuration options to make this touring bike a jack of all trades. However, the technical icing on the cake is the «3-in-1 dropout design». The chain stay dropouts use a clever sandwich design to allow the use of all shifting and transmission types.» Trekking Bike 1/12

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amber road / Olea Metallic

black

olea Metallic

atlantico Metallic

yellowgreen matt

THE ALL-AROUND BIKE

Amber Road XXL

The Amber Road is a trekking bike with the typical tout terrain features plus additional technical touches. It‘s the perfect all-around bike for those who prefer large-volume 28-inch tires for everyday cycling or weekend tours. Field and gravel roads along the way become much more fun to ride. Besides the steering stop, chromoly fork for disc brakes, and the eccentric bottom bracket with «VBA» for adjusting the belt line precisely, the Amber Road uses the 3-in-1 dropout design. This innovative dropout has a sandwich design that allows the conversion from derailleur shifting to belt drive for the first time, providing maximum drive flexibility. The geometry of the Amber Road was specially matched to the large-volume 28-inch tires, thereby retaining a sporty look while offering the comfort and rolling characteristics of a 28-inch wheel.

The Amber Road is also available in an XXL Version for people between 195 cm (6’ 5”) and 205 cm (6’ 9”) tall. Both the tubing dimensions and the components have been matched to meet these special requirements. We use the SuperC fork for all XXL sizes, which is stronger and more rugged and has disk brakes up to 203 mm. 29-inch touring bike with wide tires between 42 and 55 mm XXL version with optimized tubing diameters and wall thicknesses

3-in-1 dropout design Central kickstand

SuperC fork (XXL version) with oversize fork blades and brake disks up to 203 mm in diameter 3-in-1: derailleur shifting, internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Easy drive adjustment with the patent-pending Variable Belt Adjustment System (VBA) Integrated rack with modular Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime® Child seats can be installed Central stand for monopod or bipod kickstand

Ergo-Stop steering stop character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

L xl xxl

Top tube length (horizontal)

580

600 620 640

Seat tube length (top edge)

510

560

610

650

Total bike weight from 14,5 kg

« This is not a bike for speed-loving curve chasers. But it is very good for fans of comfortable steel bikes with an area of application as wide as the tires. The Amber Road is perfect for short rides and the way to work. In light of the excellent frame with many small details for worry-free operation, the price is more than fair.» RADtouren 5/12 trekking 33

TIME FOR A NEW EXPERIENCE The term «Bikepacking» is showing up more and more often in magazines, blogs and other articles. This term covers a number of different concepts, but they all have one thing in common: They describe the desire to get off the beaten path. Everyone has a different way of pursuing this target, and that‘s why it‘s irrelevant which type of bike is used. If you google this word, you come across very different interpretations and application scenarios, from the classic touring bike to mountain bikes loaded with bags to the racing bike. The idea of traveling with a bike is not new and described by different terms such as bike trips or randonneuring. Currently, there is a new aspect to traveling with a bike: «bikepacking». The basic idea of bike touring, traveling long routes on a bike and remaining as independent as possible concerning food and accommodation while doing so, goes back to the first Paris–Brest–Paris long distance race in 1931, the first «randonnée à vélo». Many different types of touring bikes have sprung up since then whose differences we will list for you in the following.

Every one of our Expedition and X.Over models are well-suited as touring bikes in their own special way. The biggest differences between a classic touring bike and a «bikepacking» bike is the way the luggage is carried and the focus on off-road capability.

from Randonneur to Bikepacker

RANDONNEUR

TOURING BIKE

BIKEPACKING and BIKEPACKING+

Actually, the original form of the randonneur (French: wanderer; in French the feminine form «randonneuse» is used) is a real racing bike. Due to the long distances on the seat and the desire for more comfort, a special model was developed over time which is characterized by a more comfortable geometry. Today, it means a mix of a racing and touring bike. This bike is for the athletic long-distance rider who is self-sufficient and covers large distances quickly and on asphalt-covered streets and roads. A randonneur is a 28“ touring bike with comparably small street tires and a large gear ratio. Racing handlebars are often used for comfort, which also enable easy grip changes and aerodynamic positions at the same time. Since many trips also take place at night, randonneurs are also equipped with a number of lights.

Touring bikes are real long-distance bikes specially designed by bike travelers. Reliability is the utmost priority since you can be in areas without bike shops for days or weeks at a time. Touring bikes must be able to carry everything you need to survive and still ride and brake safely with a lot of luggage. Touring bikes have comfortable frame geometries and are designed for big loads thanks to thicker tube dimensions and more durable components. Steel is the frame material of choice due to its superior permanent load and ductile properties. The vehicle load capacity for touring bikes is up to 160 kg, meaning equipment for long tours can be transported without a problem. The panniers are fastened on the rack and low rider, and the center of gravity of the weight is rather low to ensure smooth riding and good road conditions. Touring bikes are the ultimate bikes for expeditions and long distances because they can support themselves as they have the reserves to transport a tent and plenty of water. More comfortable models can be spring-mounted for routes with a large amount of gravel. Touring bikes typically feature a dynamo system, whether for lighting the bike or supplying it with power to operate GPS devices.

A puristic bike without additional equipment such has mud guards or lights; the philosophy behind «bikepacking» is just the necessary luggage and supporting yourself for as many kilometers as possible. The difference from the other two categories is the offroad performance of the bikes. Nearly any path can be conquered with the wide off-road tires. The bags are attached to the bike using belts and Velcro straps. The bags are positioned high up on the bike to ensure the ground clearance you need on terrain to prevent getting stuck on roots or stones. BIKEPACKING+ breaches the gap between classical touring bikes and the puristic bikepacking models. The bikes are more touring bikes, but with the bags, the bikepacking features come to good use. BIKEPACKING+ is more flexible than a pure bikepacking model and also makes long tours with more luggage possible. The front and rear racks offer a lot of options for transporting tents and other bulky pieces of equipment while maintaining the athletic properties and range of action. The additional load should not exceed 15 kg for both application areas so as not to impair the sporty handling of the bikes.

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x.over © Cass Gilbert

GAME WITHOUT LIMITS

Our new X.Over series and its users defy labels. The only limitation with these bikes is your own imagination. X.Over bikes are at home nearly any-

X.Over.blacktop / GT

X.Over.gravel / GT

where and the application area is nearly infinite. It ranges from the sporty crosser you only use on weekends and the cool road bike to the bikepacking model used to take you outside of the civilized world. You define the

ÂŤ Neither fish nor fowl. The X.Over from tout terrain defies categorization. But this is the intention.Âť Trekking Bike 2/13

playing field and therefore the application area, not the bike; the X.Over is adjustable and changeable.

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X.Over.Blacktop

X.Over.blacktop GT / Atlantico Metallic Matt (Ă&#x20AC;-la-carte color)

black

white

yellowgreen matt

fire opal metallic

The sporty asphalt speedster The X.Over.Blacktop is perfect for athletic touring cyclists who are at home on forest paths and cross trails. Aesthetically elegant and highly functional due to its Monostay chain stay, it cuts a fine figure on all trails. Depending on the gear options, you can choose the sporty GT version with racing handlebars or the comfortable equipment with slightly bent handlebars. Its equipment options require little maintenance and are suitable for all weather conditions. The internal gear hub in combination with the Carbon Drive belt drive with Centertrack prevents dirt and ice from penetrating the drive and is characterized by the highest level or reliability. The sporty and comfortable geometry makes for lots of riding fun. And for everyone who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;t get enough even in winter, the X.Over. Blacktop can be converted to an ideal winter bike by simply changing the tires.

Low maintenance road bike suitable for all types of weather Comfortable steel frame with elegant Monostay chain stay With racing handlebars as an option (GT version) Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Reliable, sensitive disk brakes with excellent braking performance under wet conditions C-Light with super-bright LEDs embedded into the seat clamp combines design and function (optional)

Tire option Schwalbe G-One Shift:R gearbox Belt specific chainstay design character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

470

510

Total bike weight from

11,5 kg

x.over.blacktop / yellow-green matt

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X.Over.Gravel

X.Over.gravel / yellow-green matt

black

white

yellowgreen matt

fire opal metallic

Bike without limits Is it a mountain bike? No. Then what is it? A bike without limits. It can be ridden on trails, forest paths and the street, at best all three in one ride. The X.Over. Gravel is incredibly versatile, since the thick tires mean dirt roads and single trails won‘t stop you. With the frame bags and the necessary luggage on board, your adventure can begin! Low maintenance and enclosed technology make the X.Over.Gravel a reliable companion. Steel frame, gearshift and toothed belt are so low-maintenance that riding enjoyment, not technology, is at the forefront. No frills – only what‘s needed. The dynamo lighting (optional) and the USB power supply (optional) ensure that you can see in the dark and get to your destination safely thanks to the GPS device.

Comfortable steel frame with elegant Monostay chain stay Gearshifts make for minimum maintenance effort Tire width up to 2.35“ for the best grip and comfort Enclosed cables with sealed end caps Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Optional dynamo lighting 650B/27.5“ compatible

Maximum tire clearance Monostay frame Carbon Drive® belt dropout character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

575

595

Seat tube length (top edge)

470

510

Total bike weight from

11,5 kg

x.over.gravel GT / atlantico matt (à la carte)

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expedition

Ready for adventure. Do you dream of getting away from everyday life and making a grand tour into the unknown? The EXPEDITION models

Grande Route / XCR

5th Avenue / GT

5th Avenue Xplore

Silkroad / GT

Silkroad Xplore

Tanami

Tanami Xplore

Panamericana

Panamericana Xplore

can turn this dream into reality. Whether traveling the world with the Panamericana Xplore or riding down the world‘s dream roads with the Grande Route, you are ideally equipped for your adventure. With an allowable total weight of up to 160 kg (350 pounds), you won‘t have to miss out on any comforts while you‘re underway.

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Grande Route

Grande Route XCR / stainless steel

ÂŤ A fine athletic elegance characterizes this randonneur. A very harmonious overall package has grown around the limited, exclusive stainless steel frame.Âť Aktiv Radfahren 3/15

black

british racing green metallic

deep anthracite ocean metallic blue metallic

THE LONG-DISTANCE SPECIALIST

STAINLESS STEEL AT ITS BEST

The Grande Route is a classic randonneur enabling long-distance cyclists to cover great distances at a sporty tempo while retaining seat comfort. A modified geometry of the model Silkroad with a slightly shorter top tube makes possible a comfortable seat position for riding with racing handlebars. The dropouts lead to an aesthetically pleasing integration of the disk brakes. Modern features like lightweight oversize tubes, integrated stainless steel racks, and the Ergo-Stop steering stop complement the overall design.

The exclusive special edition made of stainless steel constitutes the fulfillment of a long-cherished dream. A bike with integrated luggage rack, constructed entirely from stainless steel. This bicycle incorporates everything that is aesthetically pleasing, refined, and high-quality. The ultra-light Columbus XCR tubes make the Grande Route XCR a cycling machine for the long-distance specialist with a taste for the exceptional. The bike will be produced as a limited-edition only on a pre-order basis. Weight-optimized Dedacciai COM tubing

Special cable routing Integrated stainless steel rack

tout terrain Straight Fork with asymmetrical fork blade Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, durable, light, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs) All braze-ons and dropouts made of rust-proof stainless steel Special geometry allows comfortable seat position with racing handlebars Frame weight including rack starting at 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs) 28-inch wheels, up to 37 mm tires

character

Derailleur shifting

Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L xl

Top tube length (horizontal)

565

585

605

Seat tube length (top edge)

530

580

630

Total bike weight from

10,5 kg

Grande Route / British racing green Metallic

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5th Avenue

5th Avenue GT / Anthracite matt (À-la-carte color)

« Whether for everyday cycling or for touring, the 5th Avenue is a joy to ride. Its elegant, clean silhouette and many high-quality details give it visual appeal.» aktivRadfahren 9/13

black

british racing green metallic

deep anthracite ocean metallic blue metallic

Stylish on tour Like the Silkroad, the 5th Avenue has also been completely redesigned. It retains its lightness and quickness thanks to the slim 28-inch wheels. The foundation is formed by the new frame of the Silkroad touring bike which is fabricated from multi-butted chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai. The selection of shifter and drive types is extensive, and the Gates® Carbon Drive™ provides the latest technology. The integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop is also included in this model. The wires can be cut relatively short and no longer dangle wildly, but are protected from severing (lighting cables) and are extremely low-friction (shifter cables). The 5th Avenue is also available in the Gran Turismo (GT) version, now with the Shift:R thumb shifter, thus making it well suited for long journeys while retaining the convenience of a Rohloff hub.

Frame made of high-quality, multi-butted, weight-optimized chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai for extreme durability 28-inch wheels Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, durable, light; Load capacity up to 40 kg (88 lbs) 3-in-1: derailleur shifting, internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive All frame braze-ons and dropouts made of stainless steel Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop for protecting the frame, cable lines, and brake lines Light cable routing integrated into the rack

Supernova front light Stainless steel dropouts Code-No. Com security label character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575 595

615

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510 560

610

Total bike weight from

12,6 kg

5th Avenue / Anthracite matt (À-la-carte)

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5th Avenue Xplore

pinion techbox 18 real gears with even steps of 11,5% Overall gear ration 636% More than any derailleur system or hub gear

5th avenue xplore / British racing green Metallic

black

british racing green metallic

anthracite deep metallic ocean blue metallic

FOR HILL AND DALE The 5th Avenue Xplore has all the ingredients needed for the grand Alpentour or for gentle gliding. Its fascinating features include light, slim 28-inch wheels and a Pinion drive with an optimized center of gravity. The foundation is formed by a frame fabricated from multi-butted chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai. The Pinion gearbox, a visionary product of German engineering, is centrally integrated into the frame. For this purpose, we developed the special, weight-optimized TBA retainer that makes possible tensioning of the belt or the chain without a chain tensioner or moving the dropout. Combined with a steel frame and on a touring bike, this gearbox is ideal for carefree cycling. With 18 gears, the gearbox provides a wide gear range with extremely fine ratios, giving it the required variety for steep hills and valleys. The central position of the gearbox provides a balanced weight and therefore safe handling. The lower rotating mass of the rear wheel provides lots of riding agility.

Frame made of high-quality, multi-butted, weight-optimized chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai for extreme durability 28-inch wheels Specially butted down tube for improved load handling. Optimized rigidity and riding performance Patent-pending tout terrain TBA system for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required Pinion 18-gear gearbox with 636% gear ratio Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, durable, light. Load capacity up to 40 kg (88 lbs) Compatible with Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop for protecting the frame, cable lines, and brake lines Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts

Integrated stainless steel rack Carbon Drive belt dropout Integrated brake mounts character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size m l Top tube length (horizontal)

570 590

Seat tube length (top edge)

510

Total bike weight from

560

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Silkroad

silkroad / British Racing Green Metallic

« Thanks for these really stunning bicycles! We‘ve looked far and wide for the right manufacturer, as this piece of equipment is vital to survival under certain circumstances. The Silkroad bikes have not let us down one single time in 13,600 km (8,450 miles).» Paul und Hansen Hoepner

black

british racing green metallic

deep anthracite ocean metallic blue metallic

A HIGHLY MODERN CLASSIC The Silkroad has been our DNA since 2005. It is the touring bike of choice for cycling globetrotters for expeditions. The latest generation has been completely redesigned in order to handle the greatest challenges. Almost all components have been modified as part of the redesign in 2015 in order to make a great bike even better. But don’t be surprised if you don’t see the changes at first glance – we still believe that less is more. The drive unit has been completely redesigned. The frame is now separable and compatible with the Gates® Carbon Drive™ frame. It goes without saying that proven technology is used, such as the VBA System and our universal 3-in-1 dropout. This innovative dropout has a sandwich design that allows the conversion from derailleur shifting to belt drive for the first time, providing maximum drive flexibility. New cable routing for brakes and shifters with uninterrupted cable housings reduce maintenance intervals and nestle against the frame more elegantly. The central stand and the optional bipod kickstand make the Silkroad safe even when it is fully loaded. The Silkroad is also available in the Gran Turismo (GT) version with racing handlebars and Shift:R.

Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, rust-proof, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs) Frame made of high-quality, multi-butted, weight-optimized chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai for extreme durability 3-in-1: derailleur shifting, internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive Optimized cable routing even for mechanical disk brakes All frame braze-ons and dropouts made of stainless steel Asymmetrical tout terrain rigid fork for optimum absorption of braking forces Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts

Limited edition with stainless head badge Shift:R for Speedhub 500/14 Integrated rear light

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L

Top tube length (horizontal)

550

575 595

615

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

510 560

610

Total bike weight from

12,6 kg

Silkroad GT / British Racing Green Metallic

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Silkroad Xplore

ÂŤ A touring bike for the most challenging demands. And an agile, reliable bike for frequent cyclists. With proven top quality, the Silkroad is the ideal vehicle for the new super-gearbox.Âť Trekking Bike 4/12

pinion techbox P1.18 Hardfacts Transmission type: Spur gearing Q-factor: 174 mm Weight gearbox: 2,7 kg Oil change interval: Every 10.000 km/ once a year

silkroad xplore / British racing green Metallic

black

british racing green metallic

deep anthracite ocean metallic blue metallic

THE JEWEL IN THE ELITE CLASS The latest innovations never stop, even for the Silkroad Xplore. The most challenging demands serve as our yardstick. The Silkroad Xplore has therefore been significantly updated to make it belt drive-compatible. The Pinion gearbox, which was developed by German designers who had previously worked in Porsche‘s transmission center, is integrated into the Silkroad Xplore frame. Our exclusive TBA System facilitates the tensioning of the belt or the chain, meaning that a chain tensioner is no longer required. Together with a steel frame and on a touring bike, this combination is ideal for carefree cycling. With 18 gears, the gearbox provides a wide gear range with excellent ratios, making it ideal for long-distance cyclists. The central arrangement of the gearbox provides a balanced weight and therefore perfect handling. The lower rotating mass of the rear wheel also provides more riding agility. The new dropouts and the updated cable routing facilitate the installation of a mechanical disk brake.

Highly durable frame made of high-quality chromoly steel (Dedacciai) and a specially butted down tube for improved load handling. Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required Innovative separable stainless steel-dropouts Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, rust-proof, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs) Pinion 18-gear gearbox with 636% gear ratio Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop for protecting the frame, cable lines, and brake lines Extremely stable 26-inch drive wheel due to extra-wide hub flange Compatible with Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts Limited edition «10 years» Carbon Drive belt dropout Stainless steel dropouts

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size S m l Top tube length (horizontal)

550 575 595

Seat tube length (top edge)

460

Total bike weight from

510

560

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13 600 km of ups and downs On their 30th birthday, brothers Paul and Hansen Hoepner leave Berlin for an unbelievable journey. What they don’t know yet is that it will be the trip of their lives, Paul and Hansen #1

with moments of great happiness, but also seemingly hopeless situations.

There we lie in a small ditch in the middle of

the wastelands of Kazakhstan, more than 3000 kilometers from home, hiding from Sasch and his drunken band of thugs who had just stopped us on the country road and beaten us up. We are hiding with everything you need if you want to take an amazing but perhaps completely crazy bike ride from Berlin to Shanghai: a small tent, sleeping bags, tools and knives, clothes, a compass and map, a small solar panel for power supply, cameras to record the trip, and our passports – not much, but every tiny piece is all the more crucial. In our oversized blue and white striped long-sleeved shirts, we look a bit like escaped convicts. The shirts are made of cheap fabric, but our tight budgets wouldn’t allow for anything else. We had bought them in a supermarket somewhere on the side of the road in Russia and cut holes for our thumbs in the arms. This protects us a bit from the sun and they blow up like little sails, which pleasantly cools our backs. At some point we realized that many truck drivers wear the same shirts. So now

we’re a part of the team of the road. There were some moments in the last six weeks in which I wished I were back in my bed in my nice, sunny old flat in Berlin-Neukölln, but those were only small, sentimental moments of weakness. Now, at this moment, I have real doubts for the first time. What an appallingly bad idea! How naïve of us to think the entire world would be friendly to two luggage-laden bikers. I think about the photograph by Michael Rockefeller I saw three years ago in the Metropolitan Museum in New York. It was of a blond, pale young man with a button-down shirt, glasses and camera between a couple of wild-looking indigenous people in New Guinea. He disappeared shortly after and was never seen again. Maybe eaten by a crocodile, maybe by the Asmat people themselves … I feel nauseous. Of course, Kazakhstan is a friendly, somewhat civilized country. People don’t eat bicyclists here, but there’s no reason they wouldn’t rob and beat them up to drive the romantic Occidental ideas

Shortly

„Now, at this moment, I have real doubts for the first time. What an appallingly bad idea!“

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out of their heads. The sun is slowly setting behind us, and the road at some distance from us is only identifiable through the row of bushes and the reflections of single passing cars. My heart jumps into my throat

As the kickstand I built for my bike slowly sinks into the sandy ground behind us with a low scratching sound, I wince. My heart jumps into my throat. «Hansen,» I hiss at my twin brother, who is squatting next to me and hiding his head between his arms. Hansen mumbles something. «Hansen, what are we doing?» If this whole thing were a horror movie and I was watching it in a movie theater, I would yell at the characters: «Run away, go! You’re in danger!» But I’m not in a movie theater, I’m crouching, stiff from fear, somewhere in a foreign country. I hear Hansen swearing and imagine he is currently having similar thoughts. The ditch we’re lying in is the only hiding place far and wide, so where can we go? To the vast grasslands of the steppe? We can’t ride on the sandy

ily agenda

ground, especially not with so much luggage. If we left our bikes behind now to run away, we would have to give up, I think to myself, and as if he had read my mind, Hansen says: «Paul, they won’t find us here. They’re stronger, but we’re smarter. And faster. If push comes to shove, we can run away, leave our stuff and not give a shit. I’d rather walk to Shanghai than let them get me! The day had begun like many before it. It was our 43rd day of travel and we left in the morning to cover our average of 120 kilometers, buy food, look for a place to sleep, fall into bed exhausted and start again the next morning. And so on and so on. We had had strong headwinds all day and had to ride to a small village called Algabas, about five kilometers away from our route, to get water at around 8 at night. At the entrance to the village, we were met by a group of children who cheerfully accompanied us to the village store. While Hansen bought supplies, I waited by the bikes. The kids played curiously but carefully with our

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bags, my telephone and the cameras. A couple of them sat on my lap and took a picture with the camera mounted on the front of my bike. As Hansen appeared a few minutes later laden with water and we got on our way, the kids ran along with us until we reached the exit to the village. We’ve been in love with the country since we crossed the border to Kazakhstan on May 12th. «Kazakhstan normal»? Hansen sometimes asks me when I gaze dreamily into the landscape. And every time, I answer «da!», which means «yes!» What exactly «Kazakhstan normal» means, we don’t really know, but probably something like: «do you like Kazakhstan?» or ➤ two to shanghai 55

Six questions for the Hoepner brothers How did you choose the route Berlin – Shanghai? We wanted to go as far East as possible on our bikes, and we wanted to route to be diverse. What is important for successfully completing such a trip? First and foremost, simply starting to ride. Then you have to have a lot of stamina, particularly mental stamina. And of course you need equipment that can handle anything. Did you ever think of quitting? Yes, we often thought of it. But actually giving up is usually harder than simply going on. I have a huge amount of respect for people who can actually give up instead of stubbornly going on, even if it doesn’t make sense anymore. How can you motivate yourself to keep going in moments of physical and mental exhaustion? You think about dinner, about your bed. And about the big goal. We usually have such «moments of weakness» at different times – luckily – so we can also motivate each other. Did you meet people along the way who you’ll never forget? Yes, countless people, both positive and negative. It would be too much to list them all. In general, however, our experience was that hospitality and helpfulness is particularly strong in Central Asia. How did you feel when you finally reached your goal? Really, really tired! And relieved, but we didn’t have any energy for big emotions, and as is so often the case, you need some time to realize what you’ve accomplished. Paul and Hansen Hoepner have recorded their experiences in a blog. A book and a film about their trip have also come out.

Hansen and Paul Hoepner Two to Shanghai 272 pages with 32 pages of color pictures and maps Malik Verlag ISBN: 978-3-89029-440-7 19,99 Euro

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«Kazakhstan good?» We hear this question no matter where we go, and we always get a firm clap on the shoulder and a wide smile when we answer «da!» In Russia, the people were much more suspicious of us, but here in Kazakhstan, we’re constantly being stopped because people want to have their picture taken with us. As compensation, they offer us bananas, cigarettes or even money. In the stores, they often give us a discount or a little gift – mosquito repellant, candy or sausages. «Kazakhstan rocks» Hansen keeps saying, making a fake cool face and giving the sign of the horns to the sky. Exactly, Kazakhstan rocks – at least until this moment at the exit of Algabas. Nowhere to hide

We had just started to pick up speed again when we are overtaken by a silver Ford Galaxy, pushed to the side of the road and forced to stop. At first we think it’s one of the «photo sessions», which is what Hansen and I call the sometimes almost intrusive request for a picture. But we quickly see that all the passengers are completely trashed. Sasch, as they call the drunkest one, and the other two passengers have no interest in pictures. Sasch, big and fat, rears up in front of us. «Why don’t you speak Russian?» he yells, bringing his rotten-smelling mouth closer and closer to my face. He’s foaming at the mouth. He pushes his massive chest in a filthy, sweaty white T-shirt towards me and scrapes the sandy road surface menacingly with his worn flip-flops. We can hardly understand anything he’s saying, which makes him even angrier. His henchman is a lanky guy with short black hair and

Tibetian prayer wheels

a thin spotty beard. We can only vaguely see the third guy because he has remained sitting behind the tinted windows of the van, probably to be able to follow us quickly should we try to get away. We stand there, bikes clamped between our legs, no way to escape. Jumping off and running is no good. Sure, that would be more practical, but what happens to our bikes? The guy in the van would probably run them over for fun. And even if we did run – where would we go? There is nowhere to hide in this barren wasteland. Sasch tries to drag us off our bikes, but we somehow

„Luckily, twins understand each other without having to say a thing. As I throw Hansen a glance, he understands me right away.“

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manage to resist. Piece for piece, he takes apart our equipment and stares at me with a grim expression and a cigar clamped between his teeth as he tries to crush our outdoor cameras, which can withstand falls of up to 3 meters, with his bare hands. A ridiculous attempt, and his failure to do so makes him even more furious.

ghai district –

We reach Shan

another 67 km

to our goal

He is blinded by rage

Sasch first hits Hansen in the stomach, causing him to bend over his handlebars in pain, then it’s my turn. I flex my stomach muscles and try to keep away from him, but Sasch’s craven henchman is standing behind me, holding my bike still. He keeps yelling hysterically «ride, go ahead and ride, you weakling», just to grab onto our luggage racks as soon as we have taken a step and burst out in cackling laughter. Like a savage, Sasch starts to tear the mounted cameras off our bikes and throw them on the ground. Then he pulls my iPhone out of the holder and stuffs it in his pocket with a smirk so he can give me another proper smack. But this time he misses me. ❂

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The excerpt is from «Two to Shanghai». In their book, the Hoepner brothers relate their thrilling travel experiences.

Paul et Hansen #2

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Tanami

« The manufacturing and assembly quality of frame and components are excellent. The Tanami is a drudge and proves its strength when carrying luggage. The payload may turn lush and the integrated rack ensures maximum stability. The component option leaves nothing to be desired.» Review of the certification, VSF Qualitätssiegel 2015

tanami / Anthracite Metallic

black

british racing green metallic

anthracite deep metallic ocean blue metallic

FOR LIMITLESS DISTANCES We‘ve inserted the Silkroad‘s DNA into the Tanami, thereby creating a remarkable touring bike. It has many of the Silkroad‘s features, but the geometry has been specifically adapted to the large-volume 29-inch tires, making this bike the top choice for travelers who are looking for good rolling characteristics and comfort. The Tanami can optionally be equipped with a chain drive or belt drive and is based on the current Silkroad generation. The narrow stainless steel rack of the Silkroad class is optimized for touring and has attachment points and integrated light cable routing. Its adapted geometry makes it highly suited for tall people who need riding ergonomics that differ from what is possible with 26-inch wheels. The Tanami XXL is specially tailored for people between 195 cm (6‘ 5“) and 205 cm (6‘ 9“) tall. Both the tubing dimensions and the components have been matched to meet these requirements. We use the new SuperC fork for all XXL sizes, which is stronger and more rugged and can accommodate disk brakes up to 203 mm.

29-inch touring bike with wide tires between 42 and 55 mm XXL version with optimized tubing diameters and wall thicknesses SuperC fork (XXL version) with oversize fork blades and brake disks up to 203 mm in diameter Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, rust-proof, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs) Frame made of high-quality chromoly steel (Dedacciai) for extreme durability Compatible with Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive All frame braze-ons and dropouts made of stainless steel Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop for protecting the frame, cable lines, and brake lines Light cable routing integrated into the rack Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts

Central kickstand New cable guide Variable Belt Adjustment System

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size m l xl xxl Top tube length (horizontal)

580

600 620

640

Seat tube length (top edge)

510

560

650

Total bike weight from

610

14 kg expedition 59

tanami Xplore

ÂŤ The Tanami frame is made of rugged steel, is highly stable, and moderately sporty. Fine, light components round out this traveling machine nicely. The riding characteristics, like the ergonomics, are docile, secure, and recommended without reservation.Âť Trekking Bike 5/13

pinion techbox Lightning-fast shifting of any number of gears in any situation. Play it safe A sealed rugged housing protects the gearbox from dirt and damage.

Tanami Xplore / RAL 3032 Pearl Ruby Red (Ă&#x20AC;-la-carte color)

black

british racing green metallic

deep anthracite ocean metallic blue metallic

THE ROAD TRAIN AMONG THE XPLORES The Tanami Xplore is the 29-inch expedition bike in the Xplore family. It‘s the universal bicycle for all long-distance and frequent riders who prefer large-volume 28-inch tires and who appreciate the broad gear range of the Pinion gearbox. We like to call the Tanami Xplore the «big brother» of the Silkroad, as it has the same DNA. It`s the perfect choice for tall people who need different riding ergonomics and who prefer large wheels. The geometry of the Tanami Xplore was specially matched to the large-volume 29-inch tires, thereby retaining a sporty look while offering the comfort and rolling characteristics of a 29-inch wheel. The narrow integrated rack is from the Silkroad class and optimized for touring. components have been matched to meet these requirements.

Specially butted down tube for improved load handling. Optimized rigidity and riding performance Compatible with Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required Stainless steel dropouts reduce weight and facilitate handling All braze-ons made of rust-proof stainless steel Integrated rack made of stainless steel: rigid, rust-proof, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs) Frame made of high-quality chromoly steel tubing (Dedacciai) for extreme durability Extremely stable drive wheel due to extra-wide hub flange Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts Integrated stainless steel rack New cable guide Weight optimized mount

charakter Alltag Tour/Reise Komfort Sport GröSSe l xl Oberrohrlänge (horizontal)

600

620

Sitzrohrlänge (Oberkante)

560

610

Gewicht Komplettrad ab

16 kg expedition 61

Panamericana

Panamericana / Deep Ocean Blue Metallic

« The Panamericana is built for the road having the same name and the world‘s other dream roads. It is a no-compromise realization of a consistent design for a full-suspension touring bike.» Trekking Bike 1-2/08

black

british racing green metallic

anthracite deep metallic ocean blue metallic

ARRIVING RELAXED Great adventures, long days cycling, arriving relaxed. The Panamericana will give you a unique cycling experience – it‘s comfortable, rigid, and solid. A full-suspension touring bike with no compromises. It‘s the world‘s only touring bike made of steel, providing a reliable and systematically elaborated way to transport all your luggage on a suspension. Here‘s the secret: the tout terrain design with the integrated, securely welded stainless steel rack. Never before has it been possible to ride even heavily loaded panniers so comfortably and smoothly even on the worst routes. There is no denying the comfort enjoyed when the road changes from asphalt to cobblestone or gravel, in which case the suspension travel is greatly appreciated. The Panamericana is available with an internal gear hub or derailleur shifting and can also be retrofitted.

Full-suspension touring bike with integrated stainless steel carrier Oversize Dedacciai tubing with specially butted down tubes for better load handling, improved rigidity, and optimized riding performance Maximum durability due to encapsulated joints equipped with original SKF radial ball bearings Rear suspension travel: 80 mm Suspension fork: Rock Shox Reba Air Fully compatible with Rohloff and derailleur shifting, also retroactively exchangeable All braze-ons made of rust-proof stainless steel Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts

Once you‘ve experienced it, you‘ll have to have it.

Weight optimized swingarm Integrated stainless steel rack Rear suspension character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size

M L xl

Top tube length (horizontal)

570

590

610

Seat tube length (top edge)

500

540

570

Total bike weight from 15 kg/16 kg (Rohloff) expedition 63

Panamericana Xplore

ÂŤ This is what modern touring is about. The Panamericana Xplore is a bike for comfort-conscious touring cyclists. The design is well conceived from head to toe and is very cleanly implemented.Âť World of MTB 9/13

pinion techbox Low maintenance The transmission operates in an oil bath and is designed for a mileage of at least 60,000 km. Optimal weight distribution A low center of gravity and a light rear wheel improves handling, suspension and dynamics.

panamericana xplore / black

black

british racing green metallic

deep anthracite ocean metallic blue metallic

WELCOME TO THE FUTURE Hardly any bike combines modernity and tradition like the Panamericana Xplore. The advantages of steel as a working material, the suspension, and the central gearbox make for a unique riding experience. With the Panamericana Xplore, we‘ve succeed in further optimizing the full-suspension Panamericana. The central position of the gearbox makes the riding performance of the Panamericana even more agile. In addition to the Panamericana‘s core features, the Xplore version offers 18 genuine gears with equal gear ratios of approximately 11.5 percent. The combination of a full-suspension touring bike with the Pinion gearbox is ideal, since the chain stay and wheel exhibit greater deflection sensitivity thanks to the reduced unsprung mass and are relieved of drive influences due to varying chain tension starting points. The low, central center of gravity and a lighter rear wheel improve handling, suspension and riding dynamics. In addition to full suspension and a Pinion gearbox, the Panamericana Xplore offers the typical tout terrain features.

Full-suspension touring bike with integrated stainless steel carrier Oversize COM tubing with specially butted down tubes for better load handling, improved rigidity, and optimized riding performance Weight-optimized retainer for the gearbox Rear suspension travel: 80 mm Suspension fork: Rock Shox Reba Air Multi-butted Dedacciai tubing Maximum durability due to encapsulated joints equipped with original SKF radial ball bearings All braze-ons made of rust-proof stainless steel

Welcome to the future.

USB power supply The Plug III Pinion transmission with chain tensioner Pinion mount with integrated pivot

character Urban Touring Comfort Sport size m l Top tube length (horizontal)

570 590

Seat tube length (top edge)

500

Total bike weight from

« The suspension works in an exemplary manner: It handles even bumpy paths smartly and safely, making them fun to negotiate. Even heavy panniers are not a problem on the suspended rear rack.» Trekking Bike 1/13

540

16,8 kg expedition 65

Frame Geometries

CHIYODA CHIYODA xpress

frame size

THE CITY II THE CITY II xpress

X-OVER.blacktop X-OVER.gravel

METROPOLITAN METROPOLITAN trapez** METROPOLITAN xpress**** METROPOLITAN xpress Trapez** METROPOLITAN SHOPPER**

VIA VENETO VIA VENETO trapez** VIA VENETO xpress**** VIA VENETO xpress trapez**

AMBER

Seat tube length mm [A]

470

510

470

510

470

510

460

510

560

610

460

510

560

610

510

560

Seat tube length mm [A1]

410

450

410

450

410

450

400

450

500

550

400

450

500

550

450

500

Seat tube length [A1] Trapez**

195

215

240

195

215

240

Seat tube length [A1] Xpress Trapez**

240

Top tube length mm [B]

575

595

575

595

575

595

550

575

595

615

550

575

595

615

580

600

Head tube mm [C]

135

165

135

165

135

165

120

135

165

185

120

135

165

185

135

165

Chainstay length mm [D]

455

Wheelbase mm [E]

1085

1100

1085

1100

1085

1100

1065

1075

1085

1095

1065

1075

1085

1095

1075

Bottom bracket drop mm [F]

55/45

Head tube angle [G]

70,5

71,5

Seat tube angle [H]

73,5

72,5

73,5

72,5

Stack mm [I]

555

585

555

585

555

585

565

580

605

630

565

580

605

630

600

630

Reach mm [J]

410

415

410

415

410

415

385

390

400

410

385

390

400

410

395

Stand over clearance mm [K]

715

750

735

770

735

770

705

745

795

835

725

765

815

855

760

810

Stand over clearance [K] Trapez**

515

535

570

535

555

590

Stand over clearance [K] Xpress Trapez**

570

590

max. payload rack kg

Gross load weight kg

130

160

Wheel size

Headset size

1 1/8

Seat post diameter mm

27,2

* only available in frame sizes M and L / ** only available in frame sizes S, M and L / *** only available in frame sizes L and XL / **** only available in frame sizes M, L and XL All data and measurements are rounded and subject to change. Stand over clearance is approximate and depending on the respective tires.

A Seat tube length

A1 Seat tube length B Top tube length C Head tube D Chainstay length

K I

E Wheelbase F Bottom bracket drop

G Head tube angle H Seat tube angle

I Stack F

J Reach

K Stand over clearance E

SILKROAD SILKROAD xplore**

ROAD

xxl

5TH AVENUE 5TH AVENUE xplore*

tanami tanami xplore***

grande route grande route xcr*

panamericana panamericana xplore*

xxl

610

650

460

510

560

610

460

510

560

610

510

560

610

650

530

580

630

500

540

570

550

595

400

450

500

550

400

450

500

550

450

500

550

600

470

520

570

440

480

510

620

640

550

575

595

615

550

575

595

615

580

600

620

640

565

585

605

570

590

610

185

220

120

135

165

185

120

135

165

185

135

165

185

220

150

175

200

130

155

170

455

475

440

455

440

455

475

435

440

450

440

1095

1130

1055

1065

1095

1100

1055

1065

1095

1100

1075

1080

1100

1130

1035

1050

1075

1085

1100

1115

71,5

70,5

71,5

70,5

72,5

73,5

650

685

565

580

605

630

565

580

605

630

600

630

650

685

610

635

655

545

565

585

410

415

390

400

405

410

390

400

405

410

395

400

415

380

385

390

410

420

435

850

890

705

745

795

835

725

765

815

855

750

805

850

895

780

820

865

760

795

820

160

130

160

1 1/8

27,2

30,9

27,2

30,9

27,2

30,9

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