No more stolen bikes, future for Simplon and visibility at Shimano

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After some turbulence, calm has returned to Simplon and the future of the Austrian custom-made specialist is secure. New glasses are rolling in at Shimano for a sleek look and good visibility on the trail. And a battery lock that wraps around the frame tube puts bike thieves in a bad mood.

Keeping the battery on the bike

Kattfix Akkusicherung

A weight of just under 300 grams, mounting around the frame tube and suitable models for numerous bikes: this is how Kattfix aims to revolutionize theft protection on e-bikes. The focus is on protecting the battery so that it cannot be stolen in the blink of an eye, but presumably thieves will be further deterred by this security technology.

Simplon cycles back into the future

Christoph Mannel, CEO Simplon

Simplon Fahrrad GmbH has successfully completed the restructuring process under debtor-in-possession management and is looking ahead to the upcoming cycling season with renewed strength. With a clear strategic direction, new innovative products and a commitment to the production site in Vorarlberg/Austria, the traditional company wants to send a strong signal for the future.

Shimano has the insight

Ridescape Technologie von Shimano

The Japanese company is taking aim at the upcoming season in its very own way: with a strengthened cycling eyewear portfolio. The Equinox and Pulsar models are particularly suitable for gravel or mountain bike rides.