With the new XTR Di2 groupset, Shimano is also launching a new brake system: This has the cable outlets closer to the handlebars so that the outer shells of the brakes can be seamlessly integrated into the cockpit. With Pro, Shimano has its own in-house component specialist and, of course, suitable handlebars and stems for the new parts.

If you have a breakdown on the trail, you need reliable "friends" to get you back on the road as quickly as possible. While repairs in the workshop are fun, they are simply annoying off-road. Many tools for the road are too heavy, too unwieldy or simply overdesigned and impractical. Here are a few tools that work better than most.

Whether you're a professional or amateur mechanic: Shimano's subsidiary Pro is launching new tools and pumps for 2021 to make work in the workshop easier. We're talking about a torque wrench, a chain tool and tire levers for tubeless mounting. Anyone who has had enough of chain whips for cassette removal should consider the new cassette tool.

Where light and stiff cockpits are desired in cross country, trail and enduro bikers want something more robust and durable. The component manufacturer Pro has developed the perfect combination for the latter - a Tharsis stem in three lengths and Tharsis handlebars in carbon and aluminum with a 35 millimetre clamp and a width of 800 millimetres.

Shimano's accessory brand Pro has already attracted attention with the Koryak dropper post. In the Ride test, the seatpost was fully convincing, with only the 120 millimeter stroke being a point of criticism. Pro is now presenting the Koryak in longer-stroke versions up to 170 millimetres, while the reliability and simple installation remain on board.