CrossWorxCycles is a rider-owned company based in the green heart of Germany. Handmade frames and bikes have been produced there since 2019, manufactured to the highest quality standards and with a clear commitment to local production. CrossWorx has now announced the relaunch of the well-known 29-inch ZERO290 all-mountain and trail hardtail - bringing its classic bike up to date in terms of technology.

With the upgrade to the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) system, the ZERO290 is now fully compatible with the modern T-Type drivetrains from Sram. The hardtail retains its proven shape and geometry, but has been given a new, optimized dropout. The milled parts at the rear have been revised and adapted to the UDH system, making the bike fit for the future. This means you can easily find a replacement derailleur hanger anywhere in the future - whether in your local bike store or when traveling in the bike park.

Sustainability with a concept

Despite the technical innovation, CrossWorx remains true to its philosophy: resources should be conserved and existing parts should not be replaced prematurely. For this reason, existing dropouts will continue to be used as long as they are available. For buyers, this means freedom of choice - those who wish can upgrade to the new UDH system for an additional 50 euros, while all others can continue with the tried and tested design.

"We live in a fast-moving age in which things are often replaced too quickly," says CrossWorx. "It is worth taking a look at the actual intended use. Many groupsets will remain compatible with classic dropouts in the future."

This is how the brand demonstrates its consistency: locally manufactured, designed to save resources, individually configurable. Anyone ordering the ZERO290 can design the frame kit or complete bike according to their own wishes in the online configurator - from the choice of color to the equipment to the add-on parts. In addition to the typical raw aluminum look, there are six standard colors to choose from, and all RAL Classic shades are also available in matt or gloss for an additional charge.

Price and availability

The frame kit of the new ZERO290 costs €1249 including VAT, while complete bikes start at €3099. Both versions are available to order and deliver immediately.

With the relaunch, CrossWorx proves that progress and sustainability do not have to be a contradiction in terms - but can complement each other perfectly in a well thought-out hardtail.

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