tout terrain catalog bicycles 2015

2015 bicycleS

We celebrate!

Dear Readers,

2015 is a very special year for us: tout terrain will be 10 years old! A 10-year company anniversary is a good time to look back so that we can share all the very special events, successes, and innovations with you. It is also a good time to pause and ask the question: Which innovations over the last few years were really lasting, and which were just a fashionable trend? What is it that makes a bicycle not just good, but beautiful?

We can proudly say that over the last 10 years, we have implemented a number of innovative ideas and introduced new technology that make a lasting contribution toward making biking better. Innovative components like our USB power supply The Plug, disk brakes on touring bikes, and belt drive were all unimaginable 10 years ago – today they are virtually standard.

We also focus on innovation when redesigning our models, developing detailed solutions, and when thinking about our bike accessories. One of the technical innovations that has brought the most benefit to bikers is the toothed belt. Initially a trend among single-speed cyclists, belts have become a part of the cityscape. In 2015, we will go yet a step further and make almost all our models belt-compatible. The fully redesigned Silkroad is another result of our innovative efforts. Our classic touring bike continues to im-press with its sleek elegance, dynamic feel, and technically advanced features.

However, besides looking back, there‘s still a more important question: What does the future look like, and where do we see ourselves and our products?

There are lots of exciting issues ahead, and one of the things we will be focusing on in coming years is urban mobility. Our universal solution for everyday transport is our Metropolitan Shopper, which is equipped with two Racktime system racks and lots of features, making it possible to convert it as you like from a shopping bike to a kindergarten bike or even to a trekking bike in a few simple steps.

In this spirit, we hope that the next 10 years will be just as exciting and successful for us, and we will continue to abide by the philosophy that Coco Chanel once so aptly articulated: «Fashion changes – style remains.» We will continue to invest our energy and effort into creating innovative, beautiful, timeless products that will guarantee you lots of cycling pleasure.

Enjoy browsing our catalog!tout terrain

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Images and equipment in this catalog may differ from the standard equipment.

the company name of tout terrain is registered and the logo is developed.

the still-unnamed company is founded by Oliver römer. The first product ideas were conceived in a backyard work-shop in Munich.

tout terrain is born in 2001 in the Tibetan himalayas on the route from lhasa to kathmandu.

silkroad, panamericana, singletrailer, and streamliner are officially unveiled at eurobike 2005.

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THE BEST OF 10 YEARS

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September 2005

the first tout terrain singletrailer is delivered to a dealer in Munich.

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From the inception to the first products and awards, our in-house powder coating, and exotic bike tours: Come with us on an exciting journey through tout terrain‘s first 10 years.

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In January, the official «kick-off» occurs.

January 2005

december 2005

the first two silkroads go on a grand tour. We tested the bicycles for four weeks in new zealand, in sun, rain, and wind.

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the first version of the shift:rs is demon-strated at eurobike. It is jokingly referred to as the «rohloff box». It is the only time this version is made public.

the first silkroad frame is delivered to kriens, Switzer-land. The first complete bike is delivered to a Finnish professor in pori.

eurobike award 2006 panamericana

German design prize nominee 2007 panamericana

october 2008

april 2006

auguSt 2006

october 2006

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concept

Special colors can be selected from the portfolio of our powder suppliers or from the RAL colour system. Please contact your dealer for further information.

black

Deep Ocean blue Metallic

White

anthracite Metallic

Fire Opal Metallic

british racing green

Metallic

atlanticO Metallic

Olea Metallic

yellOW-green Matt

color options / standard colors

made in freiburg every tout terrain bicycle is custom-built. We don‘t have a production line or robots. all of our assemblers make bicycles entirely from start to finish and thus see what they have «created». Our environmentally friendly, in-house powder coating facility allows us to design a special product and to fulfill many requests. each day, a committed team of cyclists creates prod-ucts bearing the label «Made in Freiburg».

deVeLopment and deSign

all tout terrain products are developed and designed in Freiburg, germany, at the edge of the black Forest. new ideas are generated during daily use, from input provided by our customers, or from suggestions for improvement made by our test riders. the latest software, production expertise, and passion all come together to give rise to unique products. conducting in-house development means that development times can be shortened and allows original, innovative ideas to be implemented rapidly. thanks to our in-house prototyping, we know not only how to produce a product in theory, but also in practice.

practicaL teStS

product tests are an important component of product development. that‘s why we not only devote lots of time to testing the initial prototypes, but also to test-ing production products under real-world conditions. these practical tests are highly valuable, as they are carried out over many months by various people under a wide variety of conditions. Our requirements are maximum reliability and ruggedness with mini-mum maintenance effort. in addition, we perform laboratory stress tests according to established testing standards in order to back up our practical examinations through theo-retical tests. We keep in personal contact with many of our customers and thus find out first-hand where our products can still be improved.

more tHan JuSt coLor

like fashion, paint gives a product an individual, personal touch. however, the finish provides more than just the color. it‘s vital to a bicycle‘s longevity and is subjected to challenging demands, such as mechanical stress caused by daily use and the corro-sive effects of road salt during year-round operation. Our in-house facility for finishing technology allows us to set up strict process controls for meeting these requirements and ensuring a consistently high level of quality. all of our bicycle frames and forks are painted in an elaborate five-stage process. the foundation is formed by pretreating the unfinished frame in order to seal and clean the surface, thus ensuring excellent paint adhesion. in the next step, primer is applied, which inhibits the penetration of moisture and pro-vides corrosion protection. the next two process steps, painting and application of the protective transparent layer, ensure an attractive appearance. Finally, the frames undergo a complex finishing process, during which cavity sealing is performed on the frames.

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innovationS

installing the light cable in the rack prevents damage to the cable

ergo-stop and ergo-stop-plus ergonomic steering stop with optional steering lock makes ev-eryday biking easier and prevents damage to the frame, light cables, and shifting and brake cables

integrated rack with a low luggage center of gravity, racktime system adapter, and integrated fender attachment improves riding performance, increases usability, and reduces maintenance

Frame material tout terrain custom tubing by Dedacciai – light and rugged

VBa and tBa patented tensioning solu-tions for setting chain and belt tension and belt linecarbon drive belt drive

reduces bike maintenance and keeps trousers clean

disk brakes reliable hydraulic disk brakes with superior braking performance in cold and moisture

tout terrain safety reflex decor for higher visibility in darkness

ergonomicS

Selle Royal bar ends Shift:R for Speedhub 500/14 Black Label Family Jeff Jones Touring bar

innovation and Quality

tout terrain – innovation and quality is what we‘re about. We are focusing on developing and manufac-turing sophisticated, innovative products that are consistently tailored to users and which provide maximum riding enjoyment, low maintenance, and a long lifetime. The focus is thus on the bicycle as a whole. The heart of the bike, the frame and the fork, are crucial to riding enjoyment and performance. however, as we all know, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Care and skilled craftsmanship are required to turn the best materials and the most innovative designs into a well-rounded product.

Shifters from rohloff, pinion and Shimano have proven their functionality. you will find other high-value components almost exclusively at tout terrain:

Cinq, our own high-end brand Cranks with a lifetime warranty and hard-coated chain rings by Middleburn

Virtually indestructible Chris king steering headsets, bottom brackets, and hubs

hub dynamos from SOn, optionally with direct connection

lighting systems by Supernova gates® Carbon Drive™ belt drive

We offer new, innovative accessories that you won’t generally find elsewhere, which we have selected with care.

ergofit

In addition to a bicycle’s riding performance, the ergonomics of the components and thus your sitting position on the bike are decisive when it comes to comfort. These include all primary components with which you have direct contact such as grips, as well as secondary components which significantly affect the sitting position such as the handlebar or stem. Our ergofit concept provides you with a selection of components covering a broad spectrum based on years of customer feedback. We use our own high-quality Black label components, which are supplemented by especially ergonomic brands such as Syntace or Jeff Jones. To see the full overview, go to www.en.tout-terrain.de.

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À-la-carte-Service

The equipment provided with our bicycles has been proven through many thousands of miles traveled throughout the world. nonetheless, cyclists are indi-vidualists and often have their own ideas.

Our Online Configurator allows you to select your dream bike from a range of useful combinations. Various equipment versions and components are available for selection from the pedal to the grip, including accessories whose functionality we have tested. you can customize your bicycle by choosing from a broad range of paint colors. Cyclists embarking on long tours often have partic-ular equipment requirements. For this purpose, we offer our extended À–la–carte–Service, allowing you, for example, to have custom braze-ons and brake bosses fitted to your tout terrain bicycle. As part of the À–la–carte–Service, you can even choose your desired color, whether flashy or low-key, just as you like. please bear in mind that there may be longer delivery times and additional charges when using the À–la–carte–Service. please see our price list for additional information.

If we are not able to fully customize your bicycle according to your wishes, your tout terrain quality partner will be happy to consult with you to provide assistance in selecting components and putting together your dream bike.

city Safety

Safety

Safety is important to cyclists and manifests itself in different ways. Safety in road traffic is about avoid-ing accidents, while securing articles is important for guarding against theft. Our City Safety concept provides you with solutions for

Safety and visibility in road traffic Theft protection

According to the bicycle model, you can configure various safety solutions from these categories according to your needs. We can thus provide you with ideal protection for you and your bike.

The issue of visibility is an especially high priority for cyclists, particularly year-round cyclists. When cycling in road traffic in autumn and winter and under poor light conditions, you are exposed to risks that need to be minimized. In addition to our high-quality lighting systems, we offer other solutions that increase your visibility in road traffic.

tout terrain reflex design is a reflective tape that is applied to the frame at various locations and protected by a transparent coating. It improves the visibility of your bicycle in daily traffic. During the day, it is inconspicuous and is not immediately recognizable as such.

xoude illuminated Grips: An integrated end cap illuminates the outermost point of your bike, the ends of the handlebars, making you visible in the dark. This allows you to reduce the risk of being overtaken too closely by automobiles.

disk brakes decrease braking distances, especially in wet conditions. All tout terrain bicycles are therefore factory-equipped with disk brakes, thus increasing your bike’s active safety.

theft protection

Theft protection is vital. The only way to reduce the risk of having your bicycle stolen is to take the appropriate measures. In addition to criminal gangs for whom even burglaries are routine, bicycles are often the targets of petty theft. Our goal is not only to prevent theft, but also to recover the bicycle as quickly as possible in the event of theft. We provide the following security options for this purpose:

locking is better than not locking: even logical actions are not always carried out. When you’re out shopping, you don’t have time to waste. The perfect solution is an integrated frame lock from ABUS, which can be used on all tout terrain city bikes. you can supplement it with a chain made of hardened steel, which fits neatly and compactly into a special pocket on the bottle holder.

Inbuss screws reduce the theft of bike parts. Standard on the seat post, which is particularly vul-nerable, and optionally available for your wheels.

Outfitting with pitlock tension axles is also recom-mended for high-value wheels. The specially coded fasteners can be opened only with a special tool.

ABUS frame lock with optional chain Xoude illuminated grips PitLock tension axles

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code-no.com security label Identifies the bicycle and enables conclusive identification

tout terrain safety reflex decor For higher visibility in darkness

integrated mounting for the frame lock A frame lock can prevent theft.

tout terrain safety reflecting tape For higher visibility in darkness

code-no.com

Up to now, the chances of finding a stolen bicycle have been slim. given the difficulty of identifying stolen bicycles and determining the owner of ones that are recovered, cases are only rarely resolved. tout terrain provides all its bicycles with an effective solution to this problem with the tout terrain bike-finder, the theft protection system from CODe-no.com. Using this CODe number, owners can register their bicycles as their property at www.code-no.com. The online registration is free and there is no time limit.

CODe-no.com identifies a bicycle anonymously and clearly, making it possible to identify bicycles and their owners using CODe-no.com. The CODe number also provides a clear indication of registration, thus acting as a deterrent.

advantages of code-no:

registration at www.code-no.com at no additional cost.

highly visible code acts as a deterrent to bicycle theft.

Articles registered with CODe-no.com are easy to identify as stolen goods and are almost impossible to sell.

Owner anonymity is ensured. The highly adhesive label is beneath the transparent coating, making it difficult to remove.

In the future, optional insurance will be offered so that you can receive compensation in the event of damage.

the ensured risks include:

Theft, burglary, and robbery Theft of functional parts that are firmly attached to the bicycle

Vandalism if the functionality of the bicycle is impaired as a result

you can find additional details at www.tout-terrain.de/technologie.

tout terrain safety refl ecting tapes

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UrBAn

Urban

The UrBan category

has a model for everyone,

no matter if you‘re an

everyday cyclist or a

trendsetter. Whether the

stylish city racer The City,

the elegant Chiyoda, or

the Metropolitan Shopper

transport bike, all have

one thing in common:

They epitomize lifestyle

and riding fun. The Car-

bon Drive belt is available

on all models, making

daily cycling easier while

reducing soiling.

metropolitan ShopperX-over

the city iichiyoda

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ChIyODA / WhITe

chiyoda It represents what‘s old, what‘s new, and what‘s import-ant in the center of Tokyo: the ward of Chiyoda. Chiyoda is the geographical center of Tokyo as well as the politi-cal and economic heart of all of Japan. The seat of the government is here, as well as many embassies, the financial center, and the Imperial Palace. The name Chiyoda, which means «field of a thousand generations», aptly describes the enduring significance of Chiyoda for Tokyo and Japan.

find your Style!

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Quality over quantity - the monostay chain stay gives the bike that certain something

Integrated brake mounts in the chain stay provide a clean design

C-Light with super-bright LEDs embedded into the seat clamp combines design and function (optional)

Internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive

Belt-specific chain stay design ensures the use of different gear ratios of the Carbon Drive System®

elegance on tWo WheelS

The Chiyoda is our expression of a fast, agile, cool city bike. The Chiyoda‘s great strength lies in its perfect symbiosis of sleek elegance and select components that rise to the most challenging demands. The finely wrought steel frame is highly stable and available in a variety of colors to allow you to make your own lifestyle statement. The C-light embedded in the seat post clamp fits right in along with the other components. Its leD light strip has a 180° beam angle providing maximum lateral visibility. Thus there is no adapter or protruding taillight to mar the visual effect. The C-light‘s parking light function allows an unrestricted selection of the headlight. The excellent everyday cycling quality culminates in the Carbon Drive belt, which makes daily cycling better, easier, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. With a sporty yet com-fortable seat position and a highly torsion-resistant frame, it is perfect for getting into the city with maxi-mum efficiency.

size M l

Top tube length (horizontal) 575 595

Seat tube length (top edge) 470 510

Total bike weight from 11,5 kg

«It has everything you need - the tout terrain Chiyoda offers urban bikers pure unadulterated efficiency. It transports you silently, safely, and rapidly through the city with understated style.» urban cycling 1/13

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Urban

Touring

Comfort

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Monostay frameIntegrated brake mountsVariable Belt Adjustment System

«The excellent processed and high quality Urban Bike combines classic and modern. A favorite bike for every day and for a long time. Lines on the eccentric bottom bracket facilitate the adjustment of belt alignment. Quality in every detail.» adfc-magazin radwelt 4/14

BlACk WhITe FIre OpAl MeTAllIC

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The CITy II / yellOW-green MATT

the city ii The City of London is the historical and economic center of Greater London. It is often referred to as the City or Square Mile. Although London and the City were equivalent for centuries, the name of London is now used for the entire urban area.

find your Style!

17Urban

Monostay chain stay with integrated fender mounting

Integrated brake mounts in the chain stay provide a clean design

Separable dropout for easy belt mounting

Belt-specific chain stay design ensures the use of different gear ratios of the Carbon Drive System®

Cavity-sealed, powder-coated frame from twice-butted chromoly tubing

Choice of drives: Shimano or Rohloff

Integrated gear/brake lever compatible with Shimano Alfine internal gear hub (GT version)

Uninterrupted brake cable


urban lifeStyle The City II is a stylish 28“ city racer with a sensational look and high-quality components to match. The City has light chromoly tubing with a monostay chain stay to give the bike agility and speed, as well as detailed features such the fender fitting on the rack. In addition to the hydraulic disk brakes, The City offers an extensive selection of internal gear hubs. This means lower maintenance effort and a long oper-ating life. In the gT version, in addition to racing handlebars and a mechanical disk brake, we use integrated gear and brake levers, which are compatible with the Alfine hub and make this a unique combination. Thanks to the new Shift:rs, rohloff fans no longer have to do without the thumb shifter. The City is available in eight component options for Shimano and rohloff gear hubs, optionally with Carbon Drive belt drive.

The CITy II gT / OleA MeTAllIC (À-lA-CArTe)

character

Urban

Touring

Comfort

Sport

size M l



Total bike weight from 12 kg

Monostay chain stayErgo-Stop steering stopCarbon Drive® belt dropout

«Overland City Express. Perfect set up for the city, suitable on the mountain, with classy carefree components. Fully equipped except lights the bike is quite light with only 13.6 kilos and rides lively and agile.» radtouren 4/14


yellOW-green MATT

X-over In automotive design, crossover stands for the combina-tion of an off-road vehicle with a road vehicle. A cross-over vehicle combines a number of features in one model, thus permitting a broader range of operation. Crossover vehicles are characterized by the fact that they can be used both on and off the road, making them fun to drive.

X-OVer / FIre OpAl MeTAllIC

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19Urban

Low-maintenance, winterproofed bicycle for active cyclists

Reliable, sensitive disk brakes with excellent braking performance under wet conditions

Cavity-sealed, powder-coated frame made of chromoly tubing

Enclosed cables with sealed end caps

Integrated gear/brake lever compatible with Shimano Alfine internal gear hub


C-Light with super-bright LEDs embedded into the seat clamp combines design and function (optional)

Factory-equipped with knobby tires

not afraid of getting dirty The X-Over is perfect for active cyclists who are at home on forest paths and cross trails. Aesthetically elegant and highly functional due to its monostay chain stay, it cuts a fine figure on home trails. Its components require little maintenance and are winterproofed. Integrated gear/brake levers provide the accustomed handling and - together with the internal gear hubs - offer the maximum in shifting comfort. The internal gear hub in combination with the Carbon Drive belt drive with Center Track pre-vents dirt and ice from penetrating the drive and gearing. The enclosed gear and brake cable installa-tion as well as sealed end caps reduce the risk of the cables freezing. The uninterrupted brake cables ensure that braking is excellent even at low tempera-tures. The high-quality dynamo lighting using the inte-grated C-light ensures good visibility and improves personal visibility in poor weather. The optionally available SOn direct-contacting dynamos reduce the vulnerability of plug-in connections. «Bikes like these are often the most exciting

ones. If you dare to try the X-Over, you‘ll be rewarded with a quiet, reliable bike with excellent performance.» trekking bike 2/13

size M l




character

Urban

Touring

Comfort

Sport

Integrated brake mountsIntegrated C-LightShift:R gearbox


yellOW-green MATT

MeTrOpOlITAn ShOpper / WhITe (À-lA-CArTe COlOr)

metropolitan Shopper racktime Front rack with Supernova front light

ergo-stop-plus

integrated rack with modular Snap-IT® carrier system from racktime®

central kickstand for single or bipod kickstand

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ready for anything

The Shopper starts with our Metropolitan‘s low-maintenance design and enhances it with a few innovations to put the focus on its use as an everyday means of transportation. Its double racktime carrier system gives you maxi-mum flexibility in attaching baskets, child seats, and other racktime-compatible accessories. everything can be attached or detached in just one step to facility everyday use.

In order to ensure safety while standing as well as while cycling, we have the developed the eSp (ergo-Stop-plus). The eSp ensures that the handlebar retains its position and does not rotate, even when the bicycle is fully loaded. Combined with a bipod kick-stand, you‘re all set for shopping, even with the little one in tow. A special version of the Supernova lighting ensures excellent vision at night and is attached in the front rack for good protection. however, the Metropolitan Shopper is not just for city use - it‘s also great for longer trips and weekend outings. When it‘s not transporting things, it has the same handling characteristics as the classical Metro-politan and the same great features like belt drive for lots of cycling pleasure.

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Urban

Touring

Comfort

Sport

size s M l xl

Top tube length (horizontal) 550 575 595 615

Seat tube length (top edge) 460 510 560 610


rACkTIMe FrOnT rACk WITh BOX-IT BASkeT


yellOW-green MATT

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trekking

trekking

The tout terrain

treKKinG models are

reliable, versatile, and

low-maintenance.

The wheels adjust to the

varying requirements

and feel at equally at

home on asphalt and

on bike trails. They are

equipped with belts

and internal gear hubs,

as well as other high-

quality components,

making them reliable

companions for every-

day use, while commut-

ing, or for touring.

via veneto XpreSSmetropolitan XpreSS

via veneto

amber road metropolitan

MeTrOpOlITAn / ATlAnTICO MeTAllIC

metropolitan The Métro or Métropolitain is the French capital‘s subway system. It‘s Europe‘s fourth-oldest subway system, after London (1863), Budapest, and Glasgow (1896). The first Métro line was inaugurated on July 19, 1900 during the World‘s Fair. Totaling 214 km (133 miles), the Paris subway system one of the largest and most heavily traveled in the world.

find your Style!

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Carbon Drive belt for low-maintenance, oil-free drive

Easy drive adjustment with the patent-pending Variable Belt Adjustment System (VBA)

Belt-specific chain stay design ensures the use of different gear ratios of the Carbon Drive System®.


Integrated rack with modular Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime®

Integrated frame lock fitting

Child seats can be installed

Ergo-Stop steering stop

Trapezoidal frame available

carefree everyday biking The Metropolitan is the logical realization of a maintenance-free bike for everyday use and for touring, and is the classic for commuters and urban cyclists. It brings everyday biking to a new level with an integrated belt drive, which makes daily biking better, simpler, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. The VBA system facilitates a simple, simultaneous adjustment of the belt tension and belt line. The carrier system with Snap-IT® components reduces the number of screws by 30%, thereby lowering weight while increasing longevity and rigidity. In addition, the light cable can be installed inside the rack tube. The ergo-Stop steering stop prevents the handle-bar from rotating, thus protecting the gear and brake levers from bending and severing. Its ergonomic positioning and design eliminate the risk of injuries to knees and legs.

MeTrOpOlITAn T / OleA MeTAllIC

«The Metropolitan is the bike that best brings the advantages of the belt to bear: ideal for light travel and everyday routes, practically equipped, rugged, top craftsmanship – and very reasonably priced for this brand.» radtouren 4/13

BlACk OleA MeTAllIC

yellOW-green MATT

ATlAnTICO MeTAllIC

character

Urban

Touring

Comfort

Sport

size s M l xl




Integrated frame lock fittingSnap-IT® carrier systemCarbon Drive® belt dropout

AMBer rOAD / OleA MeTAllIC

amber road A number of trade routes of antiquity bore the name of the Amber Road, over which amber made its way from the North Sea and the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean world in the south. Thus, strictly speaking, there is no single Amber Road, but many trade routes which arose independently, which were used for transporting amber in ancient times

find your Style!

27trekking

29-inch touring bike with wide tires between 42 and 55 mm

XXL version with optimized tubing diameters and wall thicknesses

SuperC fork (XXL version) with oversize fork blades and brake disks up to 203 mm in diameter

3-in-1: derailleur shifting, internal gear hub with Carbon Drive or chain drive

Easy drive adjustment with the patent-pending Variable Belt Adjustment System (VBA)




Central stand for monopod or bipod kickstand

«The Amber Road from tout terrain is sporty and quiet and has a long lifetime, with a wide variety of configuration options to make this touring bike a jack of all trades. However, the technical icing on the cake is the «3-in-1 dropout design». The chain stay dropouts use a clever sandwich design to allow the use of all shifting and transmission types.» trekking bike 1/12

size M l xl xxl




character

Urban

Touring

Comfort

Sport

the all-around bike The Amber road is a trekking bike with the typical tout terrain features plus additional technical touch-es. It‘s the perfect all-around bike for those who pre-fer large-volume 28-inch tires for everyday cycling or weekend tours. Field and gravel roads along the way become much more fun to ride. Besides the steering stop, chromoly fork for disc brakes, and the eccentric bottom bracket with «VBA» for adjusting the belt line precisely, the Amber road uses the 3-in-1 dropout design. This innovative drop-out has a sandwich design that allows the conversion from derailleur shifting to belt drive for the first time, providing maximum drive flexibility. The geometry of the Amber road was specially matched to the large-volume 28-inch tires, thereby retaining a sporty look while offering the comfort and rolling characteristics of a 28-inch wheel.

amber road XXl

Starting in 2015, an XXl Version of the Amber road will be available for people between 195 cm (6‘ 5“) and 205 cm (6‘ 9“) tall. Both the tubing dimensions and the components have been matched to meet these special requirements. We use the new SuperC for all XXl sizes, which is stronger and more rugged and has disk brakes up to 203 mm.

3-in-1 dropout designCentral kickstand

BlACk OleA MeTAllIC

yellOW-green MATT

ATlAnTICO MeTAllIC

VIA VeneTO T / TOpAz MIrACle (À-lA-CArTe COlOr)

via veneto The Via Veneto is one of the great boulevards of Rome. It was created in 1886 when one of the districts of the of the new capital was developed at the site of the Villa Boncompagni Ludovisi, which had been donated to the Italian state. The Via Veneto became world-famous in the 1960s when Federico Fellini immortalized it in the Film «La Dolce Vita».

find your Style!

29trekking

Smooth-running 28-inch wheels

Optional modular stainless-steel spring clamp

Reliable, sensitive disk brakes with excellent braking performance under wet conditions






Light cable has high tensile strength and special cable guide

Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop

Trapezoidal frame available

la dolce vita

The Via Veneto is the elegant, slim-line city and tour-ing bike with 28-inch wheels. This bike guarantees lots of fun and is perfect for sporty urban dwellers cycling to work during the week and to the country-side on weekends. Four component options are available, all with internal gear hubs. The rack is elegantly connected to and integrated with the frame, causing a better distribution of the various forces and allowing a bet-ter riding experience. The bike rides smoothly, even with panniers loaded. In the trapezoidal version, it has a lower step-through. A plus for everyday biking: the seat tube clamp allows installation of a child seat. The Via Veneto is available with chain drive as well as belt drive. The streamlined 28-inch wheels give it fleet-footed, sporty character, thus making it the perfect all-around bike for those who love getting there quickly.

«The Via Veneto is a racy commuting bike which is also suitable for athletic tours. It has everything needed for everyday cycling, even if you don‘t notice it at first. The balance has been achieved very successfully.» aktiv radfahren 3/14

VIA VeneTO / BlACk

size s M l xl




character

Urban

Touring

Comfort

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Snap-IT® carrier systemCarbon Drive® belt dropoutIntegrated frame lock with chain

BlACk OleA MeTAllIC

yellOW-green MATT

ATlAnTICO MeTAllIC

MeTroPolITAn XPreSS / DeeP oCeAn BlUe MATT (À-lA-CArTe Color)

METROPOLITAN XPRESS The Métro or Métropolitain is the French capital‘s subway system. It‘s Europe‘s fourth-oldest subway system, after London (1863), Budapest, and Glasgow (1896). The first Métro line was inaugurated on July 19, 1900 during the World‘s Fair. Totaling 214 km (133 miles), the Paris subway system one of the largest and most heavily traveled in the world.

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Carbon Drive belt for low-maintenance, oil-free drive

Frame-integrated rack with modular attachment of Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime®. A wide range of accessories enables a variety of applications

Patent-pending tout terrain TBA System for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required

Overall gear ratio P1.9XR 568%, gear steps of 24%

Extremely low maintenance. The gearbox works in an oil bath and is designed to achieve a service life of 60,000 km (37,000 miles)



The Metropolitan Xpress combines several of the latest pioneering technical innovations: belt drive, Pinion gearbox and the tout terrain City Safety concept. With the Metropolitan Xpress, we have gone a step further toward bringing a low-maintenance, urban commuter bike to the marketplace – in perhaps the most consistent implementation ever achieved. The Carbon Drive belt makes everyday cycling better, easier, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. It‘s more rugged and quiet and requires less maintenance than a chain. It‘s greaseless, oil-free, and trouble-free. The unique new patent-pending TBA system makes it easy to tension the belt without having to adjust the dropout. A masterpiece of German engineering, the Pinion gearbox provides a wide range of gears with excellent ratios, making it ideal for commuters and frequent riders. The sealed casing protects the gearbox from dirt and damage for ensuring low maintenance.

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MINIMUM MAINTENANCE. MAXIMUM FUNCTIONALITY.

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Triangular Belt Adjustment Weight optimized mountCarbon Drive® belt

«The Metropolitan of Freiburg‘s bike specialist rides very agile and accelerates nimble: the compact, consciously built light 26-inch wheels keep the high quality processed chromoly bike handy.» Trekkingbike 5/14

BlACk oleA MeTAllIC

yelloW-Green MATT

ATlAnTICo MeTAllIC

VIA VeneTo XPreSS / ATlAnTICo MeTAllIC

VIA VENETO XPRESS The Via Veneto is one of the great boulevards of Rome. It was created in 1886 when one of the districts of the of the new capital was developed at the site of the Villa Boncompagni Ludovisi, which had been donated to the Italian state. The Via Veneto became world-famous in the 1960s when Federico Fellini immortalized it in the Film «La Dolce Vita».

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Smooth-running 28-inch wheels

Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive


Overall gear ratio P1.9XR 568%, gear steps of 24%

Frame-integrated rack with modular attachment of Snap-IT® carrier system from Racktime®



Light cable has high tensile strength and special cable guide

Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop

PRETTY. FAST.

The Via Veneto Xpress is a newcomer to the Xpress line. It‘s both pretty and pretty fast, making it perfect for commuters and frequent riders. The classical lines and the slim but comfortable 28-inch tires give you the acceleration and agility that you want for every-day cycling. The new Pinion P1/9 gearbox provides universal application options with low complexity. The Carbon Drive belt makes everyday cycling better, easier, and cleaner, enabling the smooth, silent riding every cyclist dreams of. It‘s more rugged and quiet and requires less maintenance than a chain. It‘s greaseless, oil-free, and trouble-free. The unique patent-pending TBA system makes it easy to tension the belt without having to adjust the dropout. The Pinion gearbox provides a wide range of gears with excellent ratios, making it ideal for commuters and frequent riders. Together with the Metropolitan Xpress, the Via Veneto Xpress is perhaps the most consistent realization of the modern everyday bike.

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Carbon Drive® belt dropoutTriangular Belt Adjustment Integrated frame lock fi tting

BlACk oleA MeTAllIC

yelloW-Green MATT

ATlAnTICo MeTAllIC

eurobikeaward2009 – Metropolitan, The Plug I, and SC32 Touring System are awarded in the categories of Urban Bikes, Parts & Components

Metropolitan-Thefirsttoutterrainbicyclewithbeltdriveisintroducedateurobike. The patent-pending VBA system allows a simple adjustment of the belt tension and belt line simulta-neously for the first time. The media are impressed.

AUGUST 2009

SEPTEMBER 2009

APRIL 2010

DECEMBER 2009

GuinnessWorldrecords Julian emre Sayarer (Uk) rounds the world in 169 days as the world‘s fastest cyclist, on a tout terrain Silkroad

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Thesc32touringsuspensionforkgoes on a very long tour for the first time.

NOVEMBER 2009

FALL 2011

SEPTEMBER 2010

TheGranderouteisusedforitsintendedpurpose. The first brevet, 300 km (186 miles) from Freiburg through the Swiss Jura and back through Alsace.

TheTwofoldisintroduced. It has remained the same as at this introduction. The Two-fold was not implemented.

Bigeventscasttheirshadow. our new workshop is launched.

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Panamericana XPloreTanami XPlore5Th avenue XPlore

Silkroad XPloreGrande rouTe / XcrPanamericana

Tanami 5Th avenue / GTSilkroad / GT

Ready for adventure.

Do you dream of getting

away from everyday

life and making a grand

tour into the unknown?

The EXPEDITION models

can turn this dream into

reality. Whether traveling

the world with the Pan

americana Xplore or

riding down the world‘s

dream roads with the

Grande Route, you are

ideally equipped for your

adventure. With an allow

able total weight of up

to 160 kg (350 pounds),

you won‘t have to miss

out on any comforts while

you‘re underway.

silkroad / British racing green Metallic

Silkroad The Silk Road refers to the routes between China and Europa which have existed since time immemorial. Running more or less through the desert from the Mediterranean to China, it is one of the most inhospita-ble routes on earth. The entire route is about 8,000 km (5,000 miles) long and is one of the most difficult, challenging routes that a cyclist can attempt.

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Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, rust-proof, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs)

Frame made of high-quality, multi-butted, weight-optimized chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai for extreme durability

Compatible with Carbon Drive belt drive

Optimized frame versions for derailleur shifting and internal gear hub

Optimized cable routing even for mechanical disk brakes

All frame braze-ons and dropouts made of stainless steel

Asymmetrical tout terrain rigid fork for optimum absorption of braking forces

Standard specifications allow global supply of replacement parts

«Thanks for these really stunning bicycles! We‘ve looked far and wide for the right manufacturer, as this piece of equipment is vital to survival under certain circumstanc-es. The Silkroad bikes have not let us down one single time in 13,600 km (8,450 miles).» Paul und Hansen Hoepner

SIlkroAD DerAIlleUr / DeeP oCeAn BlUe MeTAllIC

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Total bike weight from 12,5 kg/13,5 kg (rohloff)

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A HIGHLY MODERN CLASSIC The Silkroad has been our DnA since 2005. It is the touring bike of choice for cycling globetrotters for ex-peditions. The latest generation has been completely redesigned in order to handle the greatest challenges. Almost all components have been modified as part of the redesign. But don‘t be surprised if you don‘t see the changes at first glance – we still believe that less is more. The drive unit has been completely redesigned. The frame is now separable and compatible with the Gates® Carbon Drive™ frame. It goes without saying that proven technology is used, such as the VBA System and our universal 3-in-1 dropout. In addition to the design for internal gear hubs, there is also a version for purists that has been rigorously optimized for derailleur shifting. new cable routing for brakes and shifters with uninterrupted cable housings reduce maintenance intervals and nestle against the frame more elegant-ly. The central stand and the optional bipod kickstand make the Silkroad safe even when it is fully loaded.The Silkroad is also available in the Gran Turismo (GT) version with racing handlebars and Shift:r thumb shifter, thus making it well suited for long journeys while retaining the convenience of a rohloff hub.

BlACk BrITISh rACInG Green

MeTAllIC

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

Limited edition with stainless head badgeShift:R for Speedhub 500/14Integrated rear light

SIlkroAD GT / BrITISh rACInG Green MeTAllIC

5Th AVenUe GT / AnThrACITe MATT (À-lA-CArTe Color)

5TH AVENUE Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York City, is one of the most famous streets in the world. Running through the heart of midtown Manhattan and along the eastern side of Central Park, it is a symbol of affluent New York. Many famous buildings and landmarks can be found along Fifth Avenue. The Empire State Building, the New York Public Library, the Rockefeller Center, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral are all located in midtown Manhattan.

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28-inch wheels

Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, durable, light; Load capacity up to 40 kg (88 lbs)

Compatible with Carbon Drive belt drive or chain drive

Optimized frame versions for derailleur shifting and internal gear hub


Integrated Ergo-Stop steering stop for protecting the frame, cable lines, and brake lines

Light cable routing integrated into the rack

«Whether for everyday cycling or for touring, the 5th Avenue is a joy to ride. Its elegant, clean silhouette and many high-quality details give it visual appeal.» aktivRadfahren 9/13

5Th AVenUe DerAIlleUr / DeeP oCeAn BlUe MeTAllIC 5Th AVenUe / AnThrACITe MATT (À-lA-CArTe)

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THE ASPHALT SPEEDSTER like the Silkroad, the 5th Avenue has also been completely redesigned. It retains its lightness and quickness thanks to the slim 28-inch wheels. With a frame developed specially for derailleur shifting and the resulting weight of only 12.5 kg (27.5 lbs), which is low by touring bike standards, even long mountain stages are no longer to be feared. The foundation is formed by the new frame of the Silkroad touring bike which is fabricated from multi-butted chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai. The selection of shifter and drive types is extensive, and the Gates® Carbon Drive™ provides the latest technology. The integrated ergo-Stop steering stop is also included in this model. The wires can be cut relatively short and no longer dangle wildly, but are protected from severing (lighting cables) and are extremely low-friction (shifter cables). The 5th Avenue is also available in the Gran Turismo (GT) version, now with the Shift:r thumb shifter, thus making it well suited for long journeys while retaining the convenience of a rohloff hub.

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Total bike weight from 12,5 kg/13,5 kg (rohloff)

Supernova front lightStainless steel dropoutsCode-No. Com security label


MeTAllIC

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DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

TAnAMI / AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

TANAMI The Tanami Road is a largely unpaved highway in the Australian Northern Territory and northern Western Australia. With a length of 1,055 km (656 miles), it is one of the 11 longest roads in Australia and is the shortest route between Alice Springs in the center of Australia and the Kimberley Region. In former times, cattle were driven on this road from the region around the MacDonnell Ranges in central Australia to Halls Creek in the Kimberley region.

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29-inch touring bike with wide tires between 42 and 55 mm

XXL version with optimized tubing diameters and wall thicknesses

SuperC fork (XXL version) with oversize fork blades and brake disks up to 203 mm in diameter


Frame made of high-quality chromoly steel (Dedacciai) for extreme durability




Light cable routing integrated into the rack


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FOR LIMITLESS DISTANCES We‘ve inserted the Silkroad‘s DnA into the new Tanami, thereby creating a remarkable touring bike. It has many of the Silkroad‘s features, but the geome-try has been specifically adapted to the large-volume 29-inch tires, making this bike the top choice for travelers who are looking for good rolling character-istics and comfort. The Tanami can optionally be equipped with a chain drive or belt drive and is based on the current Silkroad generation. The narrow stainless steel rack of the Silkroad class is optimized for touring and has attachment points and integrated light cable routing. Its adapted geometry makes it highly suited for tall people who need riding ergonomics that differ from what is possible with 26-inch wheels. The Tanami XXl is specially tailored for people between 195 cm (6‘ 5“) and 205 cm (6‘ 9“) tall. Both the tubing dimensions and the components have been matched to meet these requirements. We use the new SuperC fork for all XXl sizes, which is stronger and more rugged and can accommodate disk brakes up to 203 mm.

size L xL xxL

Top tube length (horizontal) 600 620 640

Seat tube length (top edge) 560 610 650


Central kickstand New cable guideVariable Belt Adjustment System


MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

PAnAMerICAnA / DeeP oCeAn BlUe MeTAllIC

PANAMERICANA The Panamericana is a system of roads that connects Alaska with Tierra del Fuego, thus stretching across the entire north-south expanse of the two American continents. Its longest north-south route is approximate-ly 25,750 km (16,000 miles) long. It is one of the most world‘s most popular roads for cycling adventurers.

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Full-suspension touring bike with integrated stainless steel carrier

Oversize Dedacciai COM tubing with specially butted down tubes for better load handling, im-proved rigidity, and optimized riding performance

Maximum durability due to encapsulated joints equipped with original SKF radial ball bearings

Rear suspension travel: 80 mm

Suspension fork: Rock Shox Reba Air

Fully compatible with Rohloff and derailleur shifting, also retroactively exchangeable

All braze-ons made of rust-proof stainless steel


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ARRIVING RELAXED

Great adventures, long days cycling, arriving relaxed. The Panamericana will give you a unique cycling experience – it‘s comfortable, rigid, and solid. A full-suspension touring bike with no compromises. It‘s the world‘s only touring bike made of steel, providing a reliable and systematically elaborated way to transport all your luggage on a suspension. here‘s the secret: the tout terrain design with the integrated, securely welded stainless steel rack. never before has it been possible to ride even heavily loaded panniers so comfortably and smoothly even on the worst routes. There is no denying the comfort enjoyed when the road changes from asphalt to cobblestone or gravel, in which case the suspension travel is greatly appreciated. The Panamericana is available with an internal gear hub or derailleur shifting and can also be retro-fitted.

once you‘ve experienced it, you‘ll have to have it. «The Panamericana is built for the road having the same name and the world‘s other dream roads. It is a no-compromise realization of a consistent design for a full-suspension touring bike.» Trekking Bike 1-2/08

«If you‘re prepared to fork out 4,000 euros for a touring bike, you should definitely take this bike for a test ride.» RADtouren 1/14

size M L xL



Total bike weight from 15 kg/16 kg (rohloff)

Weight optimized swingarmIntegrated stainless steel rackRear suspension


MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

GrAnDe roUTe XCr / STAInleSS STeel

GRANDE ROUTE The Route des Grandes Alpes is one of the most famous French routes through the Alps to the Mediterranean.It runs from Lake Geneva to the Côte d‘Azur and tra-verses 16 Alpine passes, including the Col de l‘Iseran, the second-highest Alpine pass at 2,770 m (9,000 feet). With a length of approximately 700 km (435 miles), the route undergoes a total change in elevation of 15,700 m (51,500 feet). The route, which was opened in 1913, today forms multiple stages of the Tour de France.

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Weight-optimized Dedacciai COM tubing

tout terrain Straight Fork with asymmetrical fork blade

Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, durable, light, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs)

All braze-ons and dropouts made of rust-proof stainless steel

Special geometry allows comfortable seat position with racing handlebars

Frame weight including rack starting at 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs)

28-inch wheels, up to 37 mm tires

Derailleur shifting

«The Grande Route is refined and simply delicious! With a striking appearance, almost perfect design and equipment, and excellent riding characteristics, it‘s outstanding on the whole.» Aktiv Radfahren 3/12

GrAnDe roUTe / BrITISh rACInG Green MeTAllIC

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THE LONG-DISTANCE SPECIALIST

The Grande route is a classic randonneur enabling long-distance cyclists to cover great distances at a sporty tempo while retaining seat comfort. A modified geometry of the model Silkroad with a slightly shorter top tube makes possible a comfort-able seat position for riding with racing handlebars. The dropouts lead to an aesthetically pleasing integration of the disk brakes. Modern features like lightweight oversize tubes, integrated stainless steel racks, and the ergo-Stop steering stop complement the overall design.

STAINLESS STEEL AT ITS BEST

The exclusive special edition made of stainless steel constitutes the fulfillment of a long-cherished dream. A bike with integrated luggage rack, constructed entirely from stainless steel. This bicycle incorporates everything that is aesthetically pleasing, refined, and high-quality. The ultra-light Columbus XCr tubes make the Grande route XCr a cycling machine for the long-distance spe-cialist with a taste for the exceptional. The bike will be produced as a limited-edition only on a pre-order basis.


MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

Special cable routingIntegrated stainless steel rack

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

SIlkroAD XPlore / BrITISh rACInG Green MeTAllIC

SILKROAD XPLORE The Silk Road refers to the routes between China and Europa which have existed since time immemorial. Running more or less through the desert from the Mediterranean to China, it is one of the most inhospita-ble routes on earth. The entire route is about 8,000 km (5,000 miles) long and is one of the most difficult, challenging routes that a cyclist can attempt.

P1.18hardfacts

Transmissiontype: Spur gearingQ-factor: 174 mmWeightgearbox: 2,7 kgOilchangeinterval:every 10.000 km/ once a year

PINION TECHBOX

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Highly durable frame made of high-quality chromoly steel (Dedacciai) and a specially butted down tube for improved load handling.


Innovative separable stainless steel-dropouts


Pinion 18-gear gearbox with 636% gear ratio


Extremely stable 26-inch drive wheel due to extra-wide hub flange



«A touring bike for the most challenging demands. And an agile, reliable bike for frequent cyclists. With proven top quality, the Silkroad is the ideal vehicle for the new super-gearbox.» Trekking Bike 4/12

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THE JEWEL IN THE ELITE CLASS

The latest innovations never stop, even for the Silkroad Xplore. The most challenging demands serve as our yardstick. The Silkroad Xplore has therefore been significantly updated to make it belt drive-compatible. The Pinion gearbox, which was developed by German designers who had previously worked in Porsche‘s transmission center, is integrated into the Silkroad Xplore frame. our exclusive TBA System facilitates the tensioning of the belt or the chain, meaning that a chain tensioner is no longer required. Together with a steel frame and on a touring bike, this combination is ideal for carefree cycling. With 18 gears, the gearbox provides a wide gear range with excellent ratios, making it ideal for long-distance cyclists. The central arrangement of the gearbox provides a balanced weight and therefore perfect handling. The lower rotating mass of the rear wheel also provides more riding agility. The new dropouts and the updated cable routing facilitate the installation of a mechanical disk brake.

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MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

Limited edition «10 years»Carbon Drive belt dropoutStainless steel dropouts

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

5Th AVenUe XPlore / BrITISh rACInG Green MeTAllIC

5TH AVENUE XPLORE Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, New York City, is one of the most famous streets in the world. Running through the heart of midtown Manhattan and along the eastern side of Central Park, it is a symbol of affluent New York. Many famous buildings and landmarks can be found along Fifth Avenue. The Empire State Building, the New York Public Library, the Rockefeller Center, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral are all located in midtown Manhattan.

18realgearswith even steps of 11,5%

Overallgearration636%More than any derailleur system or hub gear

PINION TECHBOX

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28-inch wheels

Specially butted down tube for improved load handling. Optimized rigidity and riding performance

Patent-pending tout terrain TBA system for easy belt adjustment with no rear wheel adjustment required

Pinion 18-gear gearbox with 636% gear ratio

Integrated stainless steel rack: rigid, durable, light. Load capacity up to 40 kg (88 lbs)




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FOR HILL AND DALE

The new 5th Avenue Xplore has all the ingredients needed for the grand Alpentour or for gentle gliding. Its fascinating features include light, slim 28-inch wheels and a Pinion drive with an optimized center of gravity. The foundation is formed by a frame fabricated from multi-butted chromoly steel tubing by Dedacciai. The Pinion gearbox, a visionary product of German engineering, is centrally integrated into the frame. For this purpose, we developed the special, weight-optimized TBA retainer that makes possible tensioning of the belt or the chain without a chain tensioner or moving the dropout. Combined with a steel frame and on a touring bike, this gearbox is ideal for carefree cycling. With 18 gears, the gearbox provides a wide gear range with extremely fine ratios, giving it the required variety for steep hills and valleys. The central position of the gearbox provides a balanced weight and therefore safe handling. The lower rotating mass of the rear wheel provides lots of riding agility.


MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

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Integrated stainless steel rackCarbon Drive belt dropoutIntegrated brake mounts

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

TAnAMI XPlore / PeArl rUBy reD (À-lA-CArTe Color)

TANAMI XPLORE The Tanami Road is a largely unpaved highway in the Australian Northern Territory and northern Western Australia. With a length of 1,055 km (656 miles), it is one of the 11 longest roads in Australia and is the shortest route between Alice Springs in the center of Australia and the Kimberley Region. In former times, cattle were driven on this road from the region around the MacDonnell Ranges in central Australia to Halls Creek in the Kimberley region.

Lightning-fastshifting of any number of gears in any situation.

PlayitsafeA sealed rugged housing protects the gearbox from dirt and damage.

PINION TECHBOX

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Specially butted down tube for improved load handling. Optimized rigidity and riding performance



Stainless steel dropouts reduce weight and facilitate handling


Integrated rack made of stainless steel: rigid, rust-proof, load capacity 40 kg (88 lbs)

Frame made of high-quality chromoly steel tubing (Dedacciai) for extreme durability

Extremely stable drive wheel due to extra-wide hub flange


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The Tanami Xplore is the 29-inch expedition bike in the Xplore family. It‘s the universal bicycle for all long-distance and frequent riders who prefer large-volume 28-inch tires and who appreciate the broad gear range of the Pinion gearbox. We like to call the Tanami Xplore the «big brother» of the Silkroad, as it has the same DnA. It`s the per-fect choice for tall people who need different riding ergonomics and who prefer large wheels. The geome-try of the Tanami Xplore was specially matched to the large-volume 29-inch tires, thereby retaining a sporty look while offering the comfort and rolling characteristics of a 29-inch wheel. The narrow integrated rack is from the Silkroad class and optimized for touring. components have been matched to meet these requirements.

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«The Tanami frame is made of rugged steel, is highly stable, and moderately sporty. Fine, light compo-nents round out this traveling machine nicely. The riding characteristics, like the ergonomics, are docile, secure, and recommended without reserva-tion.» Trekking Bike 5/13


MeTAllIC

DeeP oCeAn BlUe

MeTAllIC

THE ROAD TRAIN AMONG THE XPLORES

Integrated stainless steel rackNew cable guideWeight optimized mount

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

PAnAMerICAnA XPlore / BlACk

PANAMERICANA XPLORE

LowmaintenanceThe transmission operates in an oil bath and is designed for a mileage of at least 60,000 km.

OptimalweightdistributionA low center of gravity and a light rear wheel improves handling, suspension and dynamics.

PINION TECHBOX

The Panamericana is a system of roads that connects Alaska with Tierra del Fuego, thus stretching across the entire north-south expanse of the two American continents. Its longest north-south route is approximate-ly 25,750 km (16,000 miles) long. It is one of the most world‘s most popular roads for cycling adventurers.

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Full-suspension touring bike with integrated stainless steel carrier

Oversize COM tubing with specially butted down tubes for better load handling, improved rigidity, and optimized riding performance

Weight-optimized retainer for the gearbox

Rear suspension travel: 80 mm

Suspension fork: Rock Shox Reba Air

Multi-butted Dedacciai COM tubing

Maximum durability due to encapsulated joints equipped with original SKF radial ball bearings


«This is what modern touring is about. The Panamericana Xplore is a bike for comfort- conscious touring cyclists. The design is well conceived from head to toe and is very cleanly implemented.» World of MTB 9/13

«The suspension works in an exemplary manner: It handles even bumpy paths smartly and safely, making them fun to negotiate. Even heavy panniers are not a problem on the suspended rear rack.» Trekking Bike 1/13

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WELCOME TO THE FUTURE

hardly any bike combines modernity and tradition like the Panamericana Xplore. The advantages of steel as a working material, the suspension, and the central gearbox make for a unique riding experience. With the Panamericana Xplore, we‘ve succeed in further optimizing the full-suspension Panamericana. The central position of the gearbox makes the riding performance of the Panamericana even more agile. In addition to the Panamericana‘s core features, the Xplore version offers 18 genuine gears with equal gear ratios of approximately 11.5 percent. The combination of a full-suspension touring bike with the Pinion gearbox is ideal, since the chain stay and wheel exhibit greater deflection sensitivity thanks to the reduced unsprung mass and are relieved of drive influences due to varying chain tension starting points. The low, central center of gravity and a lighter rear wheel improve handling, suspension and riding dynamics. In addition to full suspension and a Pinion gearbox, the Panamericana Xplore offers the typical tout terrain features.

Welcome to the future.

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USB power supply The Plug IIIPinion transmission with chain tensionerPinion mount with integrated pivot

AnThrACITe MeTAllIC

frameNo.1: The in-house powder-coating facility goes into operation. This decision was a big step for us, which we haven‘t regretted a single day since then.

firstproducttestsofthesilkroadxploreinVietnam from hanoi to ho Chi Minh City. After 1,000 km, the conclusion is highly positive, and the Pinion gearbox did not let us down.

Ourshowroom is «opened».

Twotoshanghai– The twins Paul and hansen hoepner ride 13,600 km (8,450 miles) from Berlin to Shanghai on two Silkroads. After they return, they publish their travel diary and the footage of the entire journey.

eurobikeGOLDaward2012: The Silkroad Xplore wins the GolD Award; the Plug II is again awarded in the Parts & Components category

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ThesundayeditionoftheGerman«frank-furterallgemeine»newspaper publishes a company portrait in the Christmas edition.

tout terrain receives third place in the Trekkingbikereaders‘award as the best overall bike brand

GermanDesignaward2014:The Silkroad Xplore is awarded a Special Mention in the Transportation and Public Space category by a cross-industry jury

silkroadxplore–the first touring bike with Pinion gearbox is introduced.

toutterrainwinsthebidfromthecityoffreiburg,GermanyforthefreiburgBike. 111 Freiburg Bikes are produced in 2014/2015 by tout terrain.

True to the motto «they still exist, the good old things» tout terrain is represented at the Manufactumgardendays in Waltrop.

Theshift:rfortherohloffspeedhub is finally delivered after a long development period.

toutterrainwinsthebidtoutterrainwinsthebidtoutterrainwinsthebidfromthecityoffreiburg,fromthecityoffreiburg,

SEPTEMBER 2012

CHRISTMAS 2012

AUGUST 2013

JUNE 2014

APRIL 2014OCTOBER 2013

NOVEMBER 2013

TO BE CONTINUED!

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Seat tube length cm [A] 470 510 470 510 470 510 460 510 560 610 460 510 560 610 510 560 610 650 510 560 510 560 460 510 560 610 460 510 560 610 560 610 650 480 530 580 630 500 540 570 500 540 510 560 460 510 560 560 610

Seat tube length cm [A1](Trapez) 410 450 410 450 410 450 400

(195)450(215)

500(240)

550–

400(195)

450(215)

500(240)

550– 450 500 550 595 450 500 450 500 400 450 500 550 400 450 500 550 500 550 600 420 470 520 570 440 480 510 440 480 450 500 400 450 500 500 550

Top tube length mm [B] 575 595 575 595 575 595 550 575 595 615 550 575 595 615 580 600 620 640 575 595 575 595 550 575 595 615 550 575 595 615 600 620 640 545 565 585 605 570 590 610 570 590 570 590 550 575 595 600 620

head tube mm [C] 135 165 135 165 135 165 120 135 165 185 120 135 165 185 135 165 185 220 135 165 135 165 120 135 165 185 120 135 165 185 165 185 220 125 150 175 200 130 155 170 130 155 135 165 120 135 165 165 185

Chainstay length mm [D] 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 475 455 455 455 455 440 440 455 455 440 440 455 455 455 455 475 435 435 440 450 440 440 440 440 440 440 445 440 440 455 455 455

Wheelbase mm [e] 1085 1100 1085 1100 1085 1100 1065 1075 1085 1095 1065 1075 1085 1095 1075 1075 1095 1130 1075 1085 1075 1085 1055 1065 1095 1095 1055 1065 1090 1095 1080 1100 1130 1020 1035 1050 1075 1085 1100 1115 1085 1100 1065 1080 1055 1065 1095 1085 1100

Bottom bracket drop mm [F] 55 55 55 55 55 55 60 60 55 55 60 60 55 55 80 80 80 80 60 55 60 55 60 60 55 55 60 60 55 55 80 80 80 70 70 70 70 30 30 30 30 30 55 55 60 60 55 80 80

head tube angle [G] 70,5 71 70,5 71 70,5 71 70 70,5 71 72 70 70,5 71 72 70,5 71,5 71,5 72 70,5 71 70,5 71 70 70,5 71 72 70 70,5 71 72 71 71,5 72 71 71,5 72 72 70 70,5 71 70 70,5 70,5 71 70 70,5 71 71 71,5

Seat tube angle [h] 73,5 73 73,5 73 73,5 73 73,5 72,5 72 72 73,5 72,5 72 72 73 72 72 72 72,5 72 72,5 72 74 73 72,5 72 74 73 72,5 72 72,5 72,5 72 73,5 73 72,5 72 73,5 73,5 73,5 73,5 73,5 73 72,5 74 73 72,5 72,5 72,5

Stack [I] 555 585 555 585 555 585 565 580 605 630 565 580 605 630 600 630 650 685 580 605 580 605 565 580 605 630 565 580 605 630 630 650 685 580 610 635 655 545 565 585 545 570 575 605 565 580 605 630 650

reach [J] 410 415 410 415 410 415 385 390 400 410 385 390 400 410 395 395 410 415 390 400 390 400 390 400 405 410 390 400 405 410 400 415 415 375 380 385 390 410 420 435 410 420 395 400 390 400 405 400 415

Stand over clearance mm [k](Trapez) 715 750 735 770 735 770 705

(515)745

(535)795

(570)835

–725

(535)765

(555)815

(590)855

– 760 810 850 890 745 795 765 815 705 745 795 835 720 765 815 855 805 850 895 735 780 820 865 760 795 820 760 795 750 795 705 745 795 805 850

max. payload rack kg 15 15 15 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40

Gross load weight kg 130 130 130 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 130 160 160 160 160 160

Wheel size 26" 28" 28" 26" 28" 29" 26" 28" 26" 28" 29" 28" 26" 26" 26" 26" 29"

headset size 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8”

Seat post diameter mm 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 30,9 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 30,9 27,2 30,9 30,9 27,2 27,2 27,2

All data and measurements are rounded and subject to change. Stand over clearance is approximate and depending on the respective tires.

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Seat tube length cm [A] 470 510 470 510 470 510 460 510 560 610 460 510 560 610 510 560 610 650 510 560 510 560 460 510 560 610 460 510 560 610 560 610 650 480 530 580 630 500 540 570 500 540 510 560 460 510 560 560 610

Seat tube length cm [A1](Trapez) 410 450 410 450 410 450 400

(195)450(215)

500(240)

550–

400(195)

450(215)

500(240)

550– 450 500 550 595 450 500 450 500 400 450 500 550 400 450 500 550 500 550 600 420 470 520 570 440 480 510 440 480 450 500 400 450 500 500 550

Top tube length mm [B] 575 595 575 595 575 595 550 575 595 615 550 575 595 615 580 600 620 640 575 595 575 595 550 575 595 615 550 575 595 615 600 620 640 545 565 585 605 570 590 610 570 590 570 590 550 575 595 600 620

head tube mm [C] 135 165 135 165 135 165 120 135 165 185 120 135 165 185 135 165 185 220 135 165 135 165 120 135 165 185 120 135 165 185 165 185 220 125 150 175 200 130 155 170 130 155 135 165 120 135 165 165 185

Chainstay length mm [D] 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 455 475 455 455 455 455 440 440 455 455 440 440 455 455 455 455 475 435 435 440 450 440 440 440 440 440 440 445 440 440 455 455 455

Wheelbase mm [e] 1085 1100 1085 1100 1085 1100 1065 1075 1085 1095 1065 1075 1085 1095 1075 1075 1095 1130 1075 1085 1075 1085 1055 1065 1095 1095 1055 1065 1090 1095 1080 1100 1130 1020 1035 1050 1075 1085 1100 1115 1085 1100 1065 1080 1055 1065 1095 1085 1100

Bottom bracket drop mm [F] 55 55 55 55 55 55 60 60 55 55 60 60 55 55 80 80 80 80 60 55 60 55 60 60 55 55 60 60 55 55 80 80 80 70 70 70 70 30 30 30 30 30 55 55 60 60 55 80 80

head tube angle [G] 70,5 71 70,5 71 70,5 71 70 70,5 71 72 70 70,5 71 72 70,5 71,5 71,5 72 70,5 71 70,5 71 70 70,5 71 72 70 70,5 71 72 71 71,5 72 71 71,5 72 72 70 70,5 71 70 70,5 70,5 71 70 70,5 71 71 71,5

Seat tube angle [h] 73,5 73 73,5 73 73,5 73 73,5 72,5 72 72 73,5 72,5 72 72 73 72 72 72 72,5 72 72,5 72 74 73 72,5 72 74 73 72,5 72 72,5 72,5 72 73,5 73 72,5 72 73,5 73,5 73,5 73,5 73,5 73 72,5 74 73 72,5 72,5 72,5

Stack [I] 555 585 555 585 555 585 565 580 605 630 565 580 605 630 600 630 650 685 580 605 580 605 565 580 605 630 565 580 605 630 630 650 685 580 610 635 655 545 565 585 545 570 575 605 565 580 605 630 650

reach [J] 410 415 410 415 410 415 385 390 400 410 385 390 400 410 395 395 410 415 390 400 390 400 390 400 405 410 390 400 405 410 400 415 415 375 380 385 390 410 420 435 410 420 395 400 390 400 405 400 415

Stand over clearance mm [k](Trapez) 715 750 735 770 735 770 705

(515)745

(535)795

(570)835

–725

(535)765

(555)815

(590)855

– 760 810 850 890 745 795 765 815 705 745 795 835 720 765 815 855 805 850 895 735 780 820 865 760 795 820 760 795 750 795 705 745 795 805 850

max. payload rack kg 15 15 15 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40

Gross load weight kg 130 130 130 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 130 160 160 160 160 160

Wheel size 26" 28" 28" 26" 28" 29" 26" 28" 26" 28" 29" 28" 26" 26" 26" 26" 29"

headset size 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8” 1 1/8”

Seat post diameter mm 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 30,9 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 27,2 30,9 27,2 30,9 30,9 27,2 27,2 27,2

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