18.8 kilograms, 111 Nm of torque, and 850 watts of peak power: With the new S-Works Turbo Levo R Ultralight, Specialized aims to show that full-power e-mountain bikes no longer have to be heavyweights. The goal seems clear: to redefine the premier class of e-mountain bikes.

Bikepacking is no longer a niche activity. For years, gravel and mountain bikers have been riding through the wilderness with bags and gear. Now Specialized is introducing new racks for the Levo and talking about “Electric Overland”. 

With the new S-Works Demo 11, Specialized is introducing its latest downhill race bike, developed in close collaboration with World Cup riders. The carbon frame, HighGear drivetrain, OBB suspension, and adjustable geometry are designed to deliver greater control, reduced interference, and higher speeds on the toughest trails.

The new Specialized Epic 9 shows the direction in which modern cross-country bikes are heading: lighter, more stable, and more versatile than earlier race bikes. With 120 millimeters of travel, an ultra-light carbon frame, and an uncompromising race-oriented design, it’s aimed at riders who demand efficiency on the climbs and control on the descents.

The Test The Best (TTB) series brings Specialized’s latest innovations directly to riders. During a series of events in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, interested participants will have the opportunity to test and compare the latest Specialized road, mountain, gravel, and active bikes—with or without motors—under real-world conditions and receive personalized advice.

It’s all about the bead angle: With the new radial tires for the Butcher and Eliminator, Specialized is bringing a redesigned casing concept to the trail. The goal is to increase the contact patch and make the ride smoother—without necessarily having to ride with very low tire pressure. The casing is designed to deform more vertically while largely maintaining lateral stability.

With the Levo 4 Evo, Specialized is expanding its current e-mountain bike lineup to include a model designed for enduro riding. The bike is built for steep, technical terrain as well as bike park descents. More suspension travel, optimized geometry, and the well-known Turbo 3.1 system are designed to combine a smooth ride on descents with solid climbing performance.

With "Damn Big Dams", Scottish mountain biker Kriss Kyle provides an impressive example of how extreme sport, architecture and storytelling can be combined. He moves at dizzying heights along massive dams and uses the concrete as a playing field for precise lines, jumps and controlled maneuvers.

After eight years, the "Five Friends" test format is now retiring. There is a new, exciting concept for 2026. For once, the five products tested have no common denominator. Or perhaps five "friends" that don't fit in anywhere? But that would be misleading, because they are all exciting products that have proven themselves.

Counterfeit Specialized frames, wheels, forks and more, plus knock-offs from Cannondale, Trek, Cérvelo and Pinarello - Chinese law enforcement officers have confiscated goods with a total retail value of 1.6 million dollars. Seven suspects have been arrested.

The big cross-country showdown at the Mountain Bike World Championships will take place in Crans-Montana on September 14. Together with Specialized, Ride is giving away two VIP tickets worth 500 francs for this race day.

Freiburg in Breisgau is considered a cycling mecca: on the one hand, there are good trails in the city on the Black Forest, and bicycle companies are also flourishing there. Specialized, for example, wanted to open a modern innovation center and had a property extensively converted. However, the company will not be moving there, but Specialized is still paying rent.

Specialized and D3O are jointly launching the new Traction D3O Knee Pad. The protector combines certified impact protection with high freedom of movement and comfort. Developed over four years, the model is aimed at trail and enduro bikers who don't want to do without protection even on long tours.

On June 28 and 29, the Bellwald Bike Park and Rodeo Bike will be hosting the legendary Riding High Festival. The bike park will be fully open, the hottest brands will be bringing their test bikes and raclette, barbecue, cold beer and a party will be provided.

Specialized is expanding the successful Levo 4 series with two new models: the Levo 4 Comp Alloy and the Levo 4 Alloy. Following the launch of the carbon models in April, there are now two variants with aluminium frames that offer the same impressive performance values and technologies, but at a more affordable price.

Some bikers are headless on the road. For everyone else, there are a few good products that protect, entertain or relax. So that the clever heads don't cause trouble for other road users like the former.

With up to 720 watts and 11 Nm support, the Turbo Levo 4 is a significant leap ahead of its predecessors. The Genie damper continues to incorporate the latest technology.

Team Specialized has dominated the four men's World Cup races in Brazil so mercilessly that some are wondering what's left for the other riders in the next races. Ralph Näf, owner of the Thömus Maxon Team, is also impressed. But not discouraged.

In 2015, Specialized set a benchmark in E-MTBs with the Turbo Levo. This year, this model is ten years old and the fourth generation is being launched on the market. It no longer causes the same sensation as it did back then, but still sets the bar high for the competition.

The Specialized Factory Racing Team is starting the 2025 season with a well-established team and targeted reinforcements. The successful World Cup team relies on consistency, supplemented by fresh talent, and wants to fight for victories in the UCI Mountain Bike World Series once again.
 

How do you make an electric mountain bike even better? According to Specialized, with a shock with genius internals. Riding off-road should even be like riding on a magic carpet.

In the media release and the accompanying measures for the launch of the 15th generation of the Stumpjumper, Specialized's marketing team is literally throwing around figures, statistics and superlatives. As if they had to desperately sell the bike. But that wouldn't even be necessary, because the new "Stumpi" rides so well that it probably sells itself.

If you have a very slim and slender body, it is rare to find bike clothing that fits in terms of length but is not cut too loose. Not an easy task for women who want to look impeccable in the saddle without having to reach for tight lycra.

Specialized presents the Status 2, the bike that pushes the boundaries of mountain bikes. It's a trail bike and a park bike at the same time. The Status 2 was developed to be easy and ready to go, regardless of the terrain. Specialized's Ride Dynamics team developed the kinematics and tuned the geometry to create a lively, lively bike that feels at home on technical singletrack as well as jumping down stairs. Particular emphasis was placed on high-quality suspension and brakes, with the entire package designed for durability.

Specialized presents the latest generation of its all-mountain classic, the Stumpjumper 15 with a new technology called "Genie". However, Genie is located in the shock and not in the bottle, but should still make wishes come true on the trail. The bike also has six geometry settings, a changeable suspension curve and can be ridden as a twentyniner or with mixed wheel sizes.

The new Chisel from Specialized is a lightweight aluminium bike based on the Epic 8 cross-country bike. It comes with 110 millimetres of rear suspension travel, the rear suspension kinematics and the geometry of its carbon brother and is therefore at home in racing as well as on lonely tours.

Bike outfits vary from "screaming" - with wild patterns and neon colors - to "yawning" with old-fashioned cuts and bland color accents. If you don't want to get into trouble with the style police, dress discreetly and with style on the trail. Here are a few products that not only look chic, but also have the best features and that certain something.

A really good bike day ends with an après-bike and a shared beer or refreshing drink. To ensure that the end is not more strenuous than the tour, you need the right "equipment" here too.

The warehouses in the bike industry are full to the brim with brand new bikes. To make room for new models, big discounts are now being offered at the start of the season. Specialized is launching a discount campaign with half prices on individual bikes, while the discount on accessories increases to 65 percent.

With the S-Works Phenom, Specialized is launching a new saddle with mirror technology that is designed to reduce the pressure load on the sit bones by 28 percent, protect the soft tissue and ensure blood circulation. The Phenom saddle is at home on the road as well as off-road.

Peter Sagan, seven-time winner of the green jersey at the Tour de France, has ended his cycling career at the end of 2023. In order to focus fully on the Olympic mountain biking competition in Paris at the end of July 2024. However, irregular heartbeats are currently thwarting Sagan's preparations.

The Gehrig twins have teamed up with industry giants such as Specialized and the Italian coffee machine brand to launch a unique fundraising campaign. Together with Soil Searching (Specialized's trail-building fund), they are supporting two projects and making barista and gravel bike dreams come true at the same time. There are two unique pieces up for auction - a La Marzocco Linea Mini and a matching Specialized Diverge, both in the Soil Searching design.

With three new Traverse wheels, wheel specialist Roval is making the dreams of wheel purists and performance seekers come true. Whether all-mountain, bike park or enduro, the Traverse SL II, Traverse HD and Traverse Alloy models offer the right mix of control, performance and durability in every area of use.

Ralph van den Berg and Max Chapuis have set a new altitude world record in Davos Klosters. Based on the "Kenveresting Challenge", the pair completed a total of 14,623 meters of ascent in a 16-hour feat of strength.

By 2050, two thirds of the world's population will live in cities. Mental and physical health - as well as the health of our planet - are also becoming increasingly important. It has therefore never been more important to rediscover our connection to nature. For this reason, the Swedish outdoor brand Fjällräven and the Californian bike brand Specialized started an exchange of ideas and culture. Fjällräven's commitment to timeless design and sustainable functionality in the outdoor sector met Specialized's performance-oriented approach to advancing the planet through cycling.

With the new Levo SL, Specialized presents its completely redesigned e-mountainbike. Paired with the geometry of the Stumpjumper Evo, the new and more powerful Turbo SL 1.2 system, mixed wheel sizes and 150 millimetres of travel at the rear, the 17-kilogram bike should offer even more trail fun with an even more natural riding experience.

Twenty years after the first Epic, Specialized is launching the latest generation of this race bike, blurring the boundaries between fully and hardtail. The frame weighs just 1765 grams and features a new suspension system with an efficient 75 millimetres of travel. For the first time, the rear triangle does without the automatic "Brain" locking system.

The enduro twins Anita and Caro Gehrig seem to have made a successful transition from the enduro race track to hotel life at Flem Mountain Lodge. This is certainly also due to the fact that they have some of the best trails right on their doorstep and can therefore continue to pursue their passion. In a promotional film for Switzerland Tourism, the two mountain bikers show and tell how and why the region around Flims and Laax has become their home.

Specialized is strengthening its team with slopestyle and freeride athlete Lucas "Huppi" Huppert. The Swiss rider will be part of the global Specialized mountain bike team from this season and brings a new stoke to the game.

Fly fishing, a snow tour with a splitboard or a detour along single trails on the way to work: with the Turbo Tero X, Specialized presents what is perhaps the most versatile mountain bike in its portfolio. We are talking about a so-called SUV e-mountain bike that is designed to work for sport as well as everyday use.

One of the most interesting new additions to Specialized from the coming season are enduro pros and hoteliers Anita and Carolin Gehrig. Their greatest successes undoubtedly include several podium places in EWS races.

This is a radical management decision: Specialized is saying goodbye to eight percent of its employees. This step is necessary in order to keep pace with the rapid market developments, to remain adaptable and to be able to make further investments in the future.

As part of the tourism cooperation between the BORA - hansgrohe cycling team and Ötztal Tourismus, the young riders of the German top team set up their training tents in Niederthai last week. They were also accompanied by mountain bike and road junior world champion Laura Stigger on cross-country skis.

Specialized Factory Racing has signed Martin Vidaurre, arguably one of the most talented young riders, and completes its squad for the 2023 season with Victor Koretzky.

For days, there have been reports that Specialized is terminating contracts with brand ambassadors worldwide, i.e. riders who are not paid for racing success but for their image work (primarily social media). Things are different in Switzerland.

Specialized's tire for the most adverse conditions is the Hillbilly. The latest version of the gravity tire for mud battles now comes with an ultra-grippy T9 rubber compound, an even more aggressive tread and two extremely puncture-resistant carcasses, the Grid Trail and the Grid Gravity. The Hillbillys are available as 2.4s in 27.5 and 29 inches.

The 11 Ciclissimo stores have recently been transferred to the ownership of Specialized Retail Switzerland GmbH. This retail offensive will soon continue: Specialized is opening its own brand store in urban areas to showcase the entire brand world.

Ciclissimo has ten stores in French-speaking Switzerland, a branch in Basel and further expansion plans for German-speaking Switzerland and French-speaking Switzerland. These stores have something in common: they are now owned by Specialized Switzerland Retail GmbH.

Velo Elsener was never the coolest bike store in Zurich, but rather something like a good uncle who always knew what to do and would sometimes drop a buck if he thought it made sense. With this recipe for success, the family business turned 100 years old on July 29, 2022 and invites you to celebrate.

Santa Cruz, Specialized and Trek don't just build cool mountain bikes, these brands also support trail projects. With "PayDirt", Santa Cruz is currently enabling a trail project in La Grave, France, while Trek has co-financed four trail projects in Germany with its "Trail Advocacy Program". Specialized supports and organizes projects, Dig Days and fundraising campaigns worldwide with the "Soil Searching Program". With Soil Searching, Specialized also wants to become more involved in German-speaking countries in the future.