In the current issue 01/02 2021 the Radfahren magazine certifies the touring bicycle Falkenjagd Hoplit PI the mark “VERY GOOD”. A total of 41 bikes without a motor for everyday use, touring and sport faced up to the big mega test. The versatility and sheer indestructibility of the Falkenjagd Hoplit with Pinion transmission, which was set up for this test as a randonneur with road bike handlebars and Cinq shift levers, is pleasing. The system weight of over 200 kg is outstanding, i.e. 188.5 kg of payload (rider and weight) are allowed here.
PINION SCORES POINTS IN GRAVEL BIKE COMPARISON TEST
The comparison test by Gran Fondo contrasts two high-end gravel bikes: the Falkenjagd Aristos R with Rohloff hub gears and the Rennstahl 853 PI with Pinion transmission. The result impressively shows why Pinion is the future-proof choice for many.
While the Rohloff hub scores with 14 gears, the Pinion gearbox offers 18 finely graduated gears and central placement for better weight distribution. In addition, the electronic Smart.Shift system enables lightning-fast gear changes, even under load or when stationary.
