Julian Schwede

2 weeks ago | ebike-mtb.com | Julian Schwede

Multiple brands unveil their latest e-mountainbikes today – and they all have one thing in common: the brand-new DJI Avinox M1 motor. Among them are UNNO, Forbidden and Megamo, each offering a unique concept but all powered by DJI’s latest drive system. What do these new bikes offer in terms of design, spec, and pricing? Where do they differ – and which model is right for which rider? We’ve summarised the first key insights and impressions for you. What was first – the chicken or the egg?

2 weeks ago | ebike-mtb.com | Julian Schwede |Robin Schmitt

Is this bike the end of the light eMTB segment as we know it? UNNO are among the first brands worldwide to build a frame around the DJI Avinox motor, which only made its debut a year ago. It tips the scales at just 21.5 kg despite using a massive 800 Wh battery, and combines 170/160 mm of travel with a mullet wheel setup and chunky tires – it all sounds like pure downhill fun. But does the concept actually deliver? The Ferrari of eMTBs?

3 weeks ago | downtown-mag.com | Patrick Gruber |Robin Schmitt |Julian Schwede

Excitement or frustration? We put the new Porsche Macan 4S up against the Taycan 4 Cross Turismo. We embarked on a road trip to the French Riviera – weaving between Savoir-vivre, rally vibes, snow and sandy beaches – to try and answer one crucial question: which is the better electric Porsche? Is the Macan a true Taycan killer? And why did we end up feeling disappointed? We never expected things to take such a dramatic turn.

4 weeks ago | ebike-mtb.com | Julian Schwede

Back to the Future? Mit der neuen SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission-Schaltgruppe gehen die Amis auf Simplifizierungskurs und verpassen der Direct-Mount Gangschaltung einen Schaltzug. Also: kein AXS-Akku – keine Probleme? Kann die mechanische Eagle 90 Transmission Schaltung mit dem elektronischen Counterpart mithalten oder muss sie Abstriche in Kauf nehmen? Vor fast genau zwei Jahren gingen Aufnahmen durch die MTB-Welt, wie SRAM-Mitarbeiter auf Schaltungen rumhüpften, um deren Stabilität zu demonstrieren.

4 weeks ago | ebike-mtb.com | Julian Schwede

Back to the future? With the new Eagle 90 Transmission drivetrain, SRAM are going all-in on simplification – bringing a shift cable to their direct-mount derailleur. So, no AXS battery, no hassle? But the big question is: can the cable-operated Eagle 90 Transmission drivetrain keep up with its electronic counterpart, or does it call for compromises? Almost exactly two years ago, the web got inundated with pictures of SRAM employees jumping on derailleurs to prove their durability.