Short cranks, light power play and no more broken derailleurs

Stuff picks

Can it be a little shorter? Yes, of course, they probably said to themselves at Hope and cranks with a length of 135 millimeters rolled onto the starting line. The Rocky Mountain Powerplay SL should last really long on the climbs, but be very restrained on the scales. And if you want to protect your rear derailleur, you could find what you're looking for at MRP.

The electric all-rounder

Rocky Mountain Powerplay SL

Rocky Mountain is expanding its e-bike range with the motor-assisted Instinct Powerplay SL. Powered by the fresh Dyname S4 Lite motor with a peak output of 550 W and a torque of 65 Nm, it is set to set new standards in its class. With customizable geometry, precisely tuned suspension kinematics and MX compatibility, the Instinct Powerplay SL delivers a well-rounded overall package.

Hope makes short work of it

Hope Evo Kurbeln

Most cranks measure between 165 and 175 millimetres, even slightly shorter on e-mountainbikes. The previous 155-millimeter crank is now topped, or rather undercut, by Hope. The new Evo crank with 135 millimetres should offer maximum ground clearance and open up new possibilities, especially for smaller riders or children.

No one is too small to be a gearshift protector

MRP Cage Guard

It's supposed to be a small part with a big effect: MRP advertises the Cage Guard for the lower part of Sram's transmission derailleurs so that they suffer less damage. Stone chips or obstacles appearing from the side should be child's play for the Cage Guard.