OBERWANGEN/FEHRALTOFR, Switzerland - The speed pedelecs Opium and Stromer ST7 were the high-flyers at this year's Eurobike. With their looks, equipment, performance and price, they set a new benchmark for this league. They have what it takes to become the new status symbol for SUV car enthusiasts. How do the models compare?

BASSERSDORF, Switzerland - The fact that in the wake of the Corona boom in the bicycle industry there are not only winners, but also losers, is proven by the pioneering mountain bike brand, MTB Cycletech. Due to the increasing lack of parts for their custom assembly and therefore no bikes going out and no funds coming in, the manufacturer Velobaze had to file for bankruptcy last week.

Big news from Switzerland: Butch Gaudy (photo), renowned mountainbike pioneer as well as founder and driving force of the Swiss cult brand MTB Cycletech ...