The bc crew at the Eurobike gates before the doors open.
The bc crew at the Eurobike gates before the doors open.

bc at the 2017 Eurobike - Day 1

This year we are at the Eurobike once more and we are ready to give you the scoop on what's new in the bike industry. Read on for more!

bc @ Eurobike 2017

bc @ Eurobike 2017

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Our first stop was at 3T who debuted a super aerodynamic disc frameset and an 11-speed cassette, with a massive 9-32t range for 1x drivetrains.

3T Strada Team Framset

The first 1x drivetrain specific aero road frame, that is not only cutting edge, but also extremely comfortable.

Application Road
Sizes S, M, L, XL
Wheel Size 28"
Material carbon
Over Locknut Dimension 12x142 mm thru-axle
Brake Mount flat
Cable Routing internal
The 3T Strada Team: 1x, disc, carbon, aerodynamic…and the list goes on!

The 3T Strada Team: 1x, disc, carbon, aerodynamic…and the list goes on!

3T Fundi Team Carbon Fork

The Fundi is made specifically for disc brakes, which means its aero shape keep the air flowing smoothly over the bike.

Application Road
Wheel Size 28"
Material carbon
Over Locknut Dimension 12 x 100 mm thru-axle
Cable Routing internal
Elegant and super aerodynamic: the Fundi features an internally routed brake line and the caliper hides behind the blade.

Elegant and super aerodynamic: the Fundi features an internally routed brake line and the caliper hides behind the blade.

3T Overdrive Road 11-speed Cassette

This cassette is also a first of its kind with a range from 9-32 teeth.

Application Road
Gearing 11-speed
Freehub Compatibility 11-/12-speed SRAM XD
Gradation 9-11-12-13-15-17-19-22-25-28-32
Sprocket Material aluminium
The 3T cassette promisses massive amounts of range.

The 3T cassette promisses massive amounts of range.

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Then on to the Abus booth. The German lock experts presented a folding lock that features a 100 db alarm and also came out with a new road helmet.

Abus Aventor Helmet

This new helmet from Abus offers great ventilation to keep you cool on long rides.

Application Road
Construction in-mould
Technology Zoom Ace (find adjustment system)
The new Abus Aventor Road and XC helmet: 40% of its surface area is for ventilation.

The new Abus Aventor Road and XC helmet: 40% of its surface area is for ventilation.

Abus Bordo Granit X Plus™ 6500 Folding Lock

The Bordo Granit X Plus has Abus's highest level of security, perfect for keeping your bike safe.

Size (Length x Bar Thickness) 85 x 0.55 cm
Closure Type key
Security Rating 15 out of 15
Certifications Ice Spray Tested
Bar Material steel

BORDO™ Alarm 6000A Folding Lock

A classic lock, made loud. Keep thieves away by alarming them with loud noise.

Construction folding lock
Size (Length x Bar Thickness) 90 x 0.5 cm
Closure Type key
Protection Level 10 out of 15
Bar Material hardended steel
This Abus Bordo folding lock comes with an integrated acoustic alarm.

This Abus Bordo folding lock comes with an integrated acoustic alarm.

Germany’s lightweight specialist brought some cool new product to the show. Did you ever think you would be able to set your derailleur with a laser?

tune GT35 Enduro Stem

This stem is super lightweight and still ready to be thrashed on the trail.

Application AM, Trail, Enduro
Material aluminium
Length 35 mm
Angle
Bolt Material titanium
Weight 119 g
Made for heavy hitters, tune’s lightweight Enduro stem.

Made for heavy hitters, tune’s lightweight Enduro stem.

tune leichtes Stück seatpost

Based on the form of cranes, this seatpost is super stable, comfortable and lightweight.

Length 340 / 420mm
Diameter 27.2 mm
Weight starting at 155 g
Perfecting elegance on two wheels, tune’s „Leichtes Stück“.

Perfecting elegance on two wheels, tune’s „Leichtes Stück“.

tune Linientreu Tool

This is the easiest way to get your rear derailleur set-up just right, using a laser to help guide the way.

Laser guided derailleur setting.

Laser guided derailleur setting.

The „Linientreu“ tool is placed on the derailleur hanger.

The „Linientreu“ tool is placed on the derailleur hanger.

At Elite, we were introduced to a new trainer with an integrated power meter.

Elite Direto Trainer

Integrated power meter and direct drive make this trainer a great edition to the Elite assortment.

Resistance Type electromagnetic brake
Resistance 1400 watts at 40 km/h
Climbing Rate 14 %
Flywheel 4.2 kg
Tyre Size 26"-29"
Resistance Adjusment continous
Data Transfer ANT+, Bluetooth 4.0
Power Required yes
The Elite Direto features an integrated power meter.

The Elite Direto features an integrated power meter.

The guys from Fulcrum brought a bunch of new wheels for Road, Cyclocross and MTB.

Speed 55C – High-Level Carbon Wheelset

This is it. A wheelset based on the pro series but made for the everyday top racers.

Application Road, Triathlon
Wheel Size 28"
Reifentyp clincher
Brake Type rim
Inner Rim Width 17 mm
Rim Height 55 mm
Number of Spokes - Front 18
Number of Spokes - Rear 21
Weight 1470 g
Speed 55C – High-Level Carbon Wheelset.

Speed 55C – High-Level Carbon Wheelset.

The flange is beautifully crafted.

The flange is beautifully crafted.

Racing 4 DB 2-Way Fit™ Disc Center Lock Wheelset

Keep your bike aero and don't burn a hole in your pocket with the Racing 4 DB wheelset.

Application Road, Cyclocross
Wheel Size 28"
Tyre Type clincher
Brake Type Disc Center Lock
Inner Rim Width 17 mm
Rim Height 34 mm
Spoke Hole Count Rear 24
Weight 1690 g
Cyclocross goes aero, Racing 4 DB 2-Way Fit Disc Center Lock Wheelset.

Cyclocross goes aero, Racing 4 DB 2-Way Fit Disc Center Lock Wheelset.

Red Zone 5 2-Way Fit™ Disc Center Lock 29" Wheelset

This is the perfect upgrade for your XC bike for both training and race use.

Application Cross Country, All Mountain, Trail
Wheel Size 29"
Tyre Type clincher
Inner Rim Width 23 mm
Weight 1800 g
The Red Zone 5 wheelset are a grade upgrade for your XC rig.

The Red Zone 5 wheelset are a grade upgrade for your XC rig.

And Ortlieb, the bike bag specialist is now able to make their bags more environmentally friendly, going PVC free.

Ortlieb Back Roller Free Panniers

Ortlieb quality, but PVC free to make them environmentally friendly.

Size (HxWxD) 42x32/23x17 cm
Volume (Set) 40 litres
Material PU-coated polyester weave
Weight 1850 g
Waterproof IP 64
The usual Ortlieb premium quality, but now PVC free.

The usual Ortlieb premium quality, but now PVC free.

Ortlieb Seat-Pack M

This new saddle bag by Ortlieb is smaller than its predecesor, but just a functional. Perfect for lightweight  bikepacking.

Size (HxWxD) 26x40x15 cm
Volume (Set) 11 litre
Material PU coated polyester weave
Weight 325 g
Waterproof IP 64
 Ortlieb Seat-Pack M

Ortlieb Seat-Pack M

Ortlieb Top Tube Frame Pack

This is another smaller version of Ortlieb's first bikepacking bags making it great for smaller trips or when you need to keep things super lightweight.

Size (HxWxD) 13x50x6 cm
Volume (Set) 4 litre
Material PU-coated polyester weave
Weight 170 g
Weight Limit 3 kg
Waterproof IP 67
The Frame Pack is great for small, but heavy items like tools.

The Frame Pack is great for small, but heavy items like tools.

This were a few of the products we saw on our first day at Eurobike 2017. Come back tomorrow for more insides from Friedrichshafen.