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- Muc-Off is launching disc brake covers for road and gravel bikes to protect disc brakes during maintenance and transport.  
- The two-piece covers, comprising a base plate and a neoprene sleeve, enclose the rotor and brake caliper and are secured with Velcro.  
- The reusable covers can be rinsed clean, protect against contact with metal parts during loading and cost 33 euros.

Muc-Off Disc Brake Cover: Protection for disc brakes

- Tailfin is expanding its range, which has previously been limited to black, with two durable colour options: Kentucky Bluegrass (khaki/olive) and Candy Mountain (sand/stone).
- Both colours are available for eight bag models, ranging from 0.8-litre top-tube bags to 16-litre panniers, at no extra cost compared to black.
- Tailfin offers a five-year warranty against manufacturing defects and grants a 30 per cent discount on equivalent replacement products following a crash.

Not just black: new bikepacking bags from Tailfin

- Mini locks are only suitable for securing road bikes during brief stops, but do not offer the same level of theft protection as U-locks, folding locks or chain locks.  
- The Abus Combiflex Travelguide scores top marks for ease of use, has a good security rating, is lightweight, long enough for two bikes and is the most expensive in the test.  
- The Acid Ratch is our best value-for-money pick; metal straps are generally more durable than coiled cables, but less flexible and sometimes shorter.

Mini locks put to the test: Abus and Acid come out on top

- The 14 gravel components featured are designed to offer greater comfort, efficiency, storage space and puncture resistance on gravel rides.
- The focus is on contact points, transport solutions, hydration systems, drivetrain maintenance, tyres and a mini electric pump.
- The products address typical gravel cycling needs such as seating comfort, sun protection, range, tyre durability and well-organised luggage.

14 bits and pieces for your gravel adventure: clever bits for gravel cyclists and others

- The Fidlock Hermetic Hydration Bladder features a magnetic closure system with three rows of magnets and a snap lock for a tight seal.  
- The large opening makes filling and cleaning easier; the system is designed primarily for ease of use and a reliable seal when out on the trail.  
- Available as a rucksack version (1.5/2.5 l) and a hip bag version, made from BPA-free, flavourless TPU, priced at €59.99.

Fidlock Hermetic: A hydration bladder that’s easy to use – thanks to its magnetic closure

- Lightweight, water-repellent rucksack (approx. 17 l instead of 20 l) made from stretchy material; however, the outer compartment is not waterproof.
- Simple organisation: storage space with little structure, well-padded laptop compartment, few internal pockets.
- Comfort and ventilation are average; the back system and build quality are disappointing; not recommended for frequent commuters at this price.

Heimplanet Motion Arc 20: Commuting Pack from the Hamburg-based brand in our commuter rucksack test

Backpacks

- SKS has integrated the Schwalbe Clik Valve into its new Clic-Ace pump range, featuring a special Clik-Tec head for secure, one-click engagement.  
- Four models cater for different uses: HV for volume, HP for high pressure, CO₂ for quick inflation, and E as a cordless electric mini-pump.  
- This is particularly advantageous for users with Clik Valve wheels, as no adapter is required; retrofitting other bikes is considered time-consuming and expensive.

SKS Clik Ace: These SKS mini-pumps are designed for use with the Schwalbe Clik Valve

- To get started, a helmet, a good pair of cycling shorts, a small repair kit, a mini pump and a floor pump, a light and a bottle holder are all you need.  
- A emergency kit containing a spare inner tube, tyre levers, a multi-tool, a mini-pump and the correct tyre pressure (achieved using a floor pump) will ensure you can keep going and enjoy a comfortable ride.  
- Expensive technical accessories such as power metres, carbon upgrades or clip-in pedals are not essential to begin with; practical riding experience and regular cycling are more important.

Just bought your first road bike? Here’s the kit you’ll need as a beginner

- Schwalbe is launching the E-Micro Pump, an electric mini-pump with a maximum pressure of 8.3 bar, weighing 130 g and featuring an aluminium casing.  
- The pump features a digital pressure display, a USB-C rechargeable battery and is compatible with Schwalbe Clik Valve, SV, AV and DV valves.  
- It will be available from August 2026, with a recommended retail price of 89.90 euros.

Schwalbe mini pump: E-Micro Pump with 8.3 bar on the cylinder

Pumps

- Two-stage filter (hollow fibre + activated carbon) removes bacteria, protozoa and microplastics, and reduces chlorine, odours and taste for up to 1,000/200 litres.
- TPU bottle (0.7 l, 93 g, freestanding) is BPA- and PVC-free, fits into standard bottle holders, costs 50 euros; a 0.9-litre version is available for 55 euros.
- Flow rate up to 2 l/min; in tests, approx. 1.5 l/min; EZ-Clean system for cleaning by shaking or swishing; no virus filter; swimming pool water is tasteless.

Katadyn Befree AC Bottle 0.7L: Water filter bottle for cyclists

Add a splash of colour to your bike: stylish water bottles

- The Universal Cage Mount allows for additional mounts without the need for frame threads, using silicone-coated Velcro straps on tubes measuring 27.2–80 mm.
- Standard 64 mm bolt pattern makes it compatible with bottle cages, tool cages, mini-pumps, small bags and locks.
- Quick to fit, with padding to protect the paintwork, and versatile for use on MTBs, gravel bikes, e-bikes, touring bikes, commuter bikes and for bikepacking.

Zéfal Universal Cage Mount: Mount your water bottle anywhere

Drinking bottles

- Tchibo bietet günstiges Fahrrad-Zubehör: LED-Beleuchtungsset, Minipumpe mit Flickzeug und Flaschenhalter mit 0,75-l-Flasche.  
- Beleuchtungsset: StVZO-zugelassen, bis 60 Lux, lange Leuchtdauer, gut für Alltag/Pendelstrecken, eingeschränkt für schnelle Nacht-Touren.  
- Minipumpe praktisch mit integriertem Reparaturset, aber schwach bei hohen Drücken; Flaschenhalter solide, Druckventil der Flasche sammelt leicht Schmutz.

What Tchibo's cycling products are good for: Bike light, mini pump and bike bottle with holder tested

- Bivo offers stainless steel drinking bottles with a patented high-flow gravity nozzle as an alternative to plastic bottles with a plastic flavour and risk of bacteria.
- Models from 500 to 740 ml, single or double-walled, dishwasher-safe, tasteless, free from BPA/BPS/BPF and phthalates, from approx. 39.95 euros.
- Very high water flow and good handling, but heavier than plastic bottles and relatively high price in comparison.

Patented nozzle: Bivo stainless steel drinking bottles with maximum water flow

- The Evoc Seat Pack Ultra WP 7 is lightweight, waterproof, easy to fit and features reflective elements for improved visibility.  
- With a capacity of 7 litres, storage space is limited; it is best suited to a lightweight hut sleeping bag and minimal luggage.  
- The build quality appears high, though long-term durability is unclear; the price of 95 euros is considered surprisingly fair.

Seat Pack Ultra WP 7: What can Evoc’s new ‘bum rocket’ do?

- Restrap Switch Rack: very lightweight, load capacity up to 30 kg, extremely sturdy, ideal for heavy off-road bikepacking set-ups on hardtails and fixed-gear bikes  
- Tailfin Journey Pannier Rack: up to 32 kg, quick-release system, high compatibility including full-suspension bikes, supports panniers and numerous accessory mounts  
- Conclusion: Both are very sturdy, but Tailfin is considered the more versatile, modern all-round system and receives the editorial team’s clear recommendation to buy

Bikepacking Luggage Racks Showdown: Restrap vs Tailfin – Put to the Test

- Modern bikepacking racks offer better weight distribution, greater stability and more loading options than large saddle bags.  
- Three main mounting types dominate the market: thru-axle for maximum stability, threaded eyelets for continuous use, and seatstay mounting for bikes without eyelets.  
- The Tailfin Journey Rack is considered the most versatile rack, the Restrap the workhorse, the Aeroe for full-suspension bikes without mounting points, and the Ortlieb Quick-Rack L for everyday use.

​Luggage racks for bikepacking: 6 clever transport solutions put to the test

Panniers/suitcases

- Very high visibility thanks to hi-vis orange and all-round reflectors, but without EN1150 certification and therefore not fully compliant with the law.  
- Four front pockets and a large rear compartment offer 8 litres of storage space; no zipped pocket; hydration bladder compatible, but not included.  
- One-size-fits-all design ideal for average builds; fiddly carabiners; high price; nevertheless recommended for ultracycling and night-time bikepacking.

Storage space and visibility: the Albion Visibility Cargo Vest put to the test in ultracycling

- The ‘Arschrakete’ is light, slim and ideal for sporty overnight trips with minimal, compressible luggage and a bike set-up that remains sporty.  
- A luggage rack is heavier, but offers more volume, better accessibility and a smoother ride, particularly when carrying a tent or self-catering gear.  
- Choose according to your intended use: the ‘Arschrakete’ for minimalists, the luggage rack for carrying more, and a removable rack as a compromise for commuters and weekend tours.

Rear rack or pannier rack? Which is really better for a gravel bike?

- Luggage increases the vehicle’s mass, shifts the centre of gravity and affects steering, braking distance and stability, depending on the position and distribution of the load.  
- Loading heavy items low down, centrally and symmetrically, close to the frame, improves control; luggage that is too high or too heavily loaded at the front makes the bike sluggish.  
- Before setting off on a ride, check the system weight, load capacity, tyre pressure and fastenings; test rides reveal any instability, wobbling and weak points.

Cycling with a load: How luggage affects handling

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Accessories

Muc-Off Disc Brake Cover
Protection for disc brakes

Not just black
New bikepacking bags from Tailfin

Mini locks put to the test
Abus and Acid come out on top

Backpacks

14 bits and pieces for your gravel adventure
Clever bits for gravel cyclists and others

Fidlock Hermetic
A hydration bladder that’s easy to use – thanks to its magnetic closure

Heimplanet Motion Arc 20
Commuting Pack from the Hamburg-based brand in our commuter rucksack test

Pumps

SKS Clik Ace
These SKS mini-pumps are designed for use with the Schwalbe Clik Valve

Just bought your first road bike? Here’s the kit you’ll need as a beginner

Schwalbe mini pump
E-Micro Pump with 8.3 bar on the cylinder

Drinking bottles

Katadyn Befree AC Bottle 0.7L
Water filter bottle for cyclists

Add a splash of colour to your bike
Stylish water bottles

Zéfal Universal Cage Mount
Mount your water bottle anywhere

What Tchibo's cycling products are good for
Bike light, mini pump and bike bottle with holder tested

Patented nozzle
Bivo stainless steel drinking bottles with maximum water flow

Panniers/suitcases

Seat Pack Ultra WP 7
What can Evoc’s new ‘bum rocket’ do?

Bikepacking Luggage Racks Showdown
Restrap vs Tailfin – Put to the Test

Luggage racks for bikepacking
6 clever transport solutions put to the test

Bikepacking equipment

Storage space and visibility
The Albion Visibility Cargo Vest put to the test in ultracycling

Rear rack or pannier rack? Which is really better for a gravel bike?

Cycling with a load
How luggage affects handling

Accessories

Muc-Off Disc Brake CoverProtection for disc brakes

Not just blackNew bikepacking bags from Tailfin

Mini locks put to the testAbus and Acid come out on top

Backpacks

14 bits and pieces for your gravel adventureClever bits for gravel cyclists and others

Fidlock HermeticA hydration bladder that’s easy to use – thanks to its magnetic closure

Heimplanet Motion Arc 20Commuting Pack from the Hamburg-based brand in our commuter rucksack test

Pumps

SKS Clik AceThese SKS mini-pumps are designed for use with the Schwalbe Clik Valve

Just bought your first road bike? Here’s the kit you’ll need as a beginner

Schwalbe mini pumpE-Micro Pump with 8.3 bar on the cylinder

Drinking bottles

Katadyn Befree AC Bottle 0.7LWater filter bottle for cyclists

Add a splash of colour to your bikeStylish water bottles

Zéfal Universal Cage MountMount your water bottle anywhere

What Tchibo's cycling products are good forBike light, mini pump and bike bottle with holder tested

Patented nozzleBivo stainless steel drinking bottles with maximum water flow

Panniers/suitcases

Seat Pack Ultra WP 7What can Evoc’s new ‘bum rocket’ do?

Bikepacking Luggage Racks ShowdownRestrap vs Tailfin – Put to the Test

​Luggage racks for bikepacking6 clever transport solutions put to the test

Bikepacking equipment

Storage space and visibilityThe Albion Visibility Cargo Vest put to the test in ultracycling

Rear rack or pannier rack? Which is really better for a gravel bike?

Cycling with a loadHow luggage affects handling

Muc-Off Disc Brake Cover
Protection for disc brakes

Not just black
New bikepacking bags from Tailfin

Mini locks put to the test
Abus and Acid come out on top

14 bits and pieces for your gravel adventure
Clever bits for gravel cyclists and others

Fidlock Hermetic
A hydration bladder that’s easy to use – thanks to its magnetic closure

Heimplanet Motion Arc 20
Commuting Pack from the Hamburg-based brand in our commuter rucksack test

SKS Clik Ace
These SKS mini-pumps are designed for use with the Schwalbe Clik Valve

Schwalbe mini pump
E-Micro Pump with 8.3 bar on the cylinder

Katadyn Befree AC Bottle 0.7L
Water filter bottle for cyclists

Add a splash of colour to your bike
Stylish water bottles

Zéfal Universal Cage Mount
Mount your water bottle anywhere

What Tchibo's cycling products are good for
Bike light, mini pump and bike bottle with holder tested

Patented nozzle
Bivo stainless steel drinking bottles with maximum water flow

Seat Pack Ultra WP 7
What can Evoc’s new ‘bum rocket’ do?

Bikepacking Luggage Racks Showdown
Restrap vs Tailfin – Put to the Test

Luggage racks for bikepacking
6 clever transport solutions put to the test

Storage space and visibility
The Albion Visibility Cargo Vest put to the test in ultracycling

Cycling with a load
How luggage affects handling