2023 Pinkbike Awards: Innovation of the Year Nominees

Dec 19, 2023
by Jessie-May Morgan  
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Innovation is a funny one. The Oxford English Dictionary defines it as "the introduction of new things, ideas or ways of doing something." So, while a new product or service can be defined as an innovation, it doesn't necessarily mean it's a good thing. I mean, by that definition, the introduction of semi-finals at World Cups is arguably innovative, in spite of the fact that it wasn't unanimously popular with all of those who were affected by it. Regardless, innovation is wholly necessary in this consumer-driven capitalist world in which we live, and an essential part of any brand's activities, should they wish to stay relevant and competitive in the market.

All that said, this list is formed of innovations that we believe are, in some way or another, beneficial to the rider. Some are considerably more affordable than others, and some are yet to have their supposed merits thoroughly tested by the market. In any case, all of them in their own way represent a step in the right direction.



Nominees for Innovation of the Year


Why it's nominated
The Cane Creek Tigon takes the stiction-free supple ride feel of a coil shock, and combines it with the progressivity imparted by an air spring, to create a single reduced-compromise unit. Thanks to the Ramp Tube, which can be pressurized between 0 and 30 psi, riders can tune the mid- and end-stroke support of this coil shock to improve control toward bottom-out. Practically, it does provide extra bottom-out resistance, akin to that provided by a separate hydraulic bottom-out circuit, but with the capacity to introduce that extra support much earlier in the travel.

In back-to-back testing of the Cane Creek Tigon versus the RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil with Hydraulic Bottom Out, Matt Beer felt that the Tigon was allowing the bike to ride higher in its travel through big compressions and flat-landings. Such characteristics will surely hold great attraction to the freeride hucking community.

But, the application is much broader than that. Frames from some brands such as Specialized, Ibis and Kona have, until now, had to rely on the progressivity of an air spring, owing to the fact that their linkages aren't particularly progressive. Now, riders of these bikes have another option that offers the much-needed end-stroke control of an air spring, as well as the off-the-top sensitivity of a coil. Albeit, it is almost twice the weight of a comparable air shock, but it's often the case that those looking for improved performance in these areas aren't too fussy about how much their bike weighs.

And, thanks to the increased shaft diameter imparted by the Ramp Tube, the chassis stiffness is increased such that the Tigon can be used with clevis-style shock mounts - a configuration that has, historically, been identified as the culprit of many a coil shock failure.

Cane Creek does seem to have stumbled upon something special. They've taken the best qualities of air and coil springs, and combined them into a single suspension product that offers the best of both worlds. If that's not innovative, I don't know what is. Chapeau.



Why it's nominated
Over the last few years, bicycle industry innovations have centered around the use of electronics. Everything from the way our bikes are propelled, how our suspension damping is adjusted, to how our drivetrains shift, even monitoring our tires pressues has come under scrutiny for how it can be improved with the use of electronics and well-executed firmware. We've felt it more acutely this year, with the introduction of the SRAM 12-Speed Transmission groups, some of which you must part with $2,199 USD in order to become the proud owner of.

Don't get me wrong, these things are cool, and the performance is undeniable. But, I reckon it'll be a good number of years before the technologies trickle down to price points that are even remotely acceptable to the average mountain biker. It's refreshing then, that some in the industry continue to develop purely mechanical technologies aimed at those with shallower pockets, shall we say. Shimano's new 11-Speed LinkGlide drivetrains fall under that heading, marketed on the basis of their improved durability.

As compared to Shimano's top-level HyperGlide+ drivetrains, the LinkGlide drivetrains are slower to shift. That's because the cogs of the cassettes have fewer shift ramps; so, per revolution of the cassette, there a fewer opportunities for the chain to up- or down-shift. So, dependent on your cadence, you will have to wait an undetermined fraction of a second longer to get the gear you want. The cassettes are also heavier, owing to use of more steel to widen the base of each tooth. But, the upside of that is the (claimed) 300% improved durability over Hyperglide+.

And, as Henry discovered this year, the marketing claims do hold water. Henry wasn't able to explicitly confirm that 300% improvement, but he did have this to say of the Shimano XT Linkglide drivetrain...

bigquotesI've ridden this drivetrain. A lot. Climbing-wise about 100,000 meters of elevation gained over the summer. Whether it's been endless bike park laps over the summer or big days in Squamish, the durability has been excellent and it shifts just as well now as it did on the first day. I've changed the cable once, but it's been very solid. No bushing play or binding in the mech has crept in over time, nor has it developed any noise or slapping when descending. All in all, it has been excellent in this regard.Henry Quinney

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The XT Linkglide Di2 for eMTBs goes one better, offering Auto Shift and Free Shift functions, the latter of which allows you to shift while coasting

Beyond the cassette lasting a really long time, Linkglide drivetrains have another point of attraction that Shimano make less of a show of. What's that? Improved compatibility. As all of the Linkglide drivetrains - 9-, 10- and 11-speed versions - run shifters with the exact same pull ratio, scope for mixing and and matching various components of the drivetrain is high. Sure, small setup tweaks will need to be made to ensure they all play nicely together, but the cross-compatibility is there. That means last minute sourcing of parts should be easier, and it could mean that bike shops can reduce the number of parts they have in stock at any point in time.

The Shimano XT Linkglide drivetrain that Henry tested comes in at $360 USD. No, it's not an insignificant amount of money, but put beside the $610 price tag of Shimano XT Hyperglide+, and in the context of the 300% improved durability claims, it seems like an absolute steal.

In the current climate of cost-of-living crises and market uncertainty, I'd argue that the bicycle industry isn't especially in need of more Bobby Dazzler products. And, the proverbial wheel does not need reinvented in order to improve the experience of end users. Proper, customer-oriented product developments will effortlessly demonstrate their justification through widespread adoption. And, we reckon that the Shimano Linkglide groups will do just that. They slot nicely into a less-celebrated, utility-focused niche, and deliver on their promises without fuss or fanfare. It's not even remotely sexy, and that's OK.




Why it's nominated
SRAM took the bicycle industry by a storm this year with the introduction of Transmission. It is by far and away their best electronic drivetrain to date, offering crisp, positive shifting under high loads, with a direct-mount derailleur that is much quieter on the trail than any of SRAM's previous electronic drivetrains. And, while it is inordinately expensive in the grand scheme, it is impressively robust and largely rebuildable in the event of a failure.

Though the improved shifting and more effective clutch are welcome improvements deserving of kudos themselves, it's the less visible innovations that we celebrate here. The brilliance of the SRAM Transmission lies in its complete lack of necessary adjustments. Installed as per the very clear and basic set of instructions, the T-Type Transmissions will just work. No messing about with stop-screws, B-tension or barrel adjusters. Designed as a complete system, with chainring, flat-top chain, cassette and derailleur each optimized to work with one another, the Transmission performs flawlessly from the get go. Installation is incredibly easy; SRAM provide the exact chain length required for every bicycle sold with a Transmission group, removing guesswork and time spent fettling.

The value proposition remains contentious for now, especially when there are such well-performing mechanical options out there that are significantly more affordable. However, we're discussing innovation here.

bigquotesFor riders who have been on the fence about making the switch to a wireless electronic drivetrain, SRAM's Eagle Transmission makes the most compelling argument yet. Personally, SRAM's initial AXS offerings were interesting, but the cable-operated options worked well enough that I wasn't immediately rushing out to make the switch.

It's a different story with Transmission. At the moment, if I could choose any drivetrain on the market, cable actuated or electronic, I'd go with Eagle Transmission – it's that good. The extremely quick, consistent shifting and a derailleur that can take a serious amount of abuse without requiring any adjustments is tough to beat, and at the moment SRAM has taken a clear lead in the battle of the drivetrains.
Mike Kazimer

The full potential of Transmission is realized when paired with Powertrain. With the power of the all-knowing all-seeing AXS ecosystem, Transmission can even think for you. Similarly to the aforementioned XT Linkglide Di2 (which got there first, by the way), the Powertrain is able to Auto Shift and Coast Shift. It takes away the need to think about what gear you want to be in, and while you're coasting, shifts in accordance with your speed to ensure that, next time you pedal, there's something to pedal into. The latter feature is nothing short of excellent.



Why it's nominated
German gearbox manufacturer, Pinion, stole the show at Eurobike this year, presenting their all-new Motor Gearbox Unit, or MGU.

The brand has been plugging away with gearbox drivetrains since 2006, and over 100 brands now spec their P-LINE, C-LINE and Smart.Shift units across a multitude of different bicycle types. However, uptake has largely been limited to smaller, often boutique mountain bike brands that combine the gearbox with other niche or alternative frame features. Indeed, we've seen little to no uptake from the biggest brands.

While gearbox drivetrains certainly have their merits, the increased drag associated with the planetary gears, and of course the unique aesthetic, are two factors (among others) that have been obstacles along their path to the mainstream. The former is a particularly large barrier to overcome, given that us porridge-powered cyclists want all of our efforts translated directly into forward propulsion.

Nevertheless, a gearbox provides an interesting alternative to the traditional derailleur-operated drivetrain. Firstly, and most obviously, it does away with the derailleur, a component that is about as vulnerable as it is persistent. Its absence, along with the elimination of a cassette, helps to further centralize mass at the bottom bracket, reducing the un-sprung mass. That in itself can be attractive to full suspension frame designers, with another bonus being that certain kinematic characteristics now need only take one chain position into account, rather than an entire spread of 12 cogs.

The advent of the eMTB brings with it the best justification for a gearbox we've seen to date. Combining a gearbox with a motor feels like the natural progression for both drivetrain and e-bike technology. After all, what's a little extra drag in the context of 85 Nm torque and a 960 Wh battery? We feel its time has come.

The Pinion E-Drive E-1.12 and E-Drive E-1.9 offer pedal-assistance up to a maximum power of 600 W, with a maximum torque output of 85 Nm. Packed into a neat mid-drive unit is all the hardware necessary to produce that electrical assistance, as well as 12 or 9 discreet gears covering a 600% and 568% range, respectively. They manage that with a Q-Factor of 174mm, which isn't that much wider than that of the popular full-powered mid-drive motors. Shifting can be entirely manual or semi-automatic by virtue of the Pre.Select mode. Oh, and you can shift under load, too.

In some ways, I like to think of it as a condensed version of the Shimano EP801-XT Linkglide Di2 and SRAM Powertrain-Transmission combos. They all carry out much the same functions, but the latter examples distribute the hardware necessary to execute those functions over a much larger footprint, with seemingly few advantages, if any, to speak of.

While the unsprung mass is reduced massively by the Pinion MGU, the system is a bit heavier overall. Versus a Shimano EP8 motor combined with the SRAM T-Type X0 Transmission, the Pinion E-1.12 with its single rear sprocket, chain and chain tensioner, is around 865 grams heavier. The weight penalty is reduced by just over 100 grams with use of a belt.

While our initial experience of the Pinion MGU was largely very positive, we are yet to put in a huge number of miles on this system. So, the jury is very much still out on the performance of the E-1.12 and E-1.19 systems. However, if the technology proves to be reliable, efficient and as maintenance-free as the claims suggest, I think it'll be hard for the early adopters to look back.

There's also the fact that Pinion offers their Smart.Shift system without the motor for use on regular bikes - that means an electronic push-button shifter is now available instead of the twist-shifter that Pinion used for years. Faster shifting combined with the reliability of a gearbox could help the system gain more widespread acceptance, but no matter what, there's no denying that it's an innovative advancement.





Why it's nominated

Love them or hate them, electronics have made their way into drivetrains, and not just derailleurs either. One of the year’s most intriguing innovations was Classified’s Powershift system which uses a electronically controlled, two-stage internally geared hub to give a whopping 520% gear range - more than SRAM’s Eagle cassette. Previously, that gearing was only possible with a front derailleur. Now, that’s available with the security of a singular, narrow-wide front chainring and instantaneous shifting.

The Powershift hub allows riders to switch from a 1:1 ratio to 1:0.7 instantly by flicking a silky smooth Bluetooth ring-shifter on the handlebars. Best of all, that change can be made under full power, or without pedalling at all. This is especially convenient when surprised by sudden uphill grade changes on the trail - you’ll rarely be stuck in “too hard of a gear”.

Achieving those performance gains does come at a cost in a few ways though. First, you’ll need to use Classified’s proprietary hub shell and cassette. This does allow the Powershift system to be swapped between wheels quickly though and still utilizes a standard 12-speed derailleur and chain.

There’s a small weight penalty (less than 100g) versus a traditional 12-speed SRAM Eagle drivetrain and like most electronic drivetrain options, it’s not cheap.

Does it offer performance benefits though? You bet. We wouldn’t be surprised to see a few enduro riders run the Powershift Hub, making it a shoe-in for an Innovation of the Year Nominee.

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111 Comments
  • 243 4
 How is dildo saddle not in the mix? Unbelievable.
  • 129 1
 It's uhh... coming
  • 18 3
 @DizzyNinja: I'm going to pretend your username is actually DildoNinja just for this article
  • 9 0
 Saddildo?
  • 8 0
 They really had to push it for release
  • 35 1
 It's becoming part of an OEM integrated dropper post and steering mechanism to be called:

The Stock Rock Shox knock block cock dock.







I'll see myself out
  • 1 0
 Maybe next year. When they add Bluetooth capabilities and it can link to TeleDoc to provide needed men’s health data for your… annual exam. Imagine, a doctor visit and trail riding at the same time! Wow!
  • 1 2
 @DizzyNinja: You spelt cumming wrong.
  • 124 0
 Hey PB, can you guys put up some polls for us to vote for each of these thingies? Even if you don't accept our votes, I just like to click buttons.
  • 4 0
 such a good idea
  • 6 0
 Like in the good old days...
  • 12 3
 @cool3: wayyyy back when a 12 days of Christmas was socially acceptable and non offensive to anyone.
  • 3 0
 Here's your poll, just like the one you vote for:
  • 12 0
 Cane Creek Tigon
  • 29 0
 Shimano Linkglide
  • 9 1
 Sram Transmission
  • 31 0
 Pinion Motor Gearbox Unit
  • 9 0
 Classified’s Powershift
  • 1 0
 @LemonadeMoney: out of all these this feels the most innovative BUT rohloff has doing similar thing without having to introduce electronics.
  • 1 2
 @jgottya1: oh stop i, no ones offended, you just want something to be offended about yourself
  • 1 1
 Thats a great idea
  • 53 4
 Shimano Linkglide for me. It's like Shimano and SRAM took two different forks in the road. SRAM's gone all in on the very refined, high tech but extremely expensive Transmission, whilst Shimano's gone gone back a step, lower tech but cheaper and aiming for longer service intervals. I definitely know which one I'll be spending money on when the time comes, the one without batteries.
  • 5 1
 Agreed. I feel Sram would at least continue one X0 cable-actuated version moving forward, even if just using the same as they have now with newer graphics to save dev money. They probably didn't want that to sabotage the Transmissions sales
  • 15 1
 I'm a Shimano fan, but for this specific category of "innnovation," I feel sram takes it. Product for the people and a product that in theory works better for the masses, I would agree with shimano. Shimano hasn't done anything new and exciting in a while. All my bikes are Shimano run and always have been. I feel Shimano needs to play some catch up.

But I get it, one could argue that innovation can also be had in the way of sustainability which is arguably what Shimano is doing here. If all entry level bikes are getting link glide instead of sram SX/NX (I'm not sure what the pricepoint is) than I feel the world is a better place.
  • 8 0
 Linkglide is cool because it's innovative due to the novel concept of a budget-friendly yet performance-focused group. And the cross-compatibility of parts is game-changing for the sport as well. Good on Shimano for putting in the work to keep MTB an accessible sport for all. Definitely a different spirit of innovation, but I think it's really cool
  • 2 1
 @macroglossum: So basically Shimano 10 speed....
  • 1 0
 @blamalamadingdong: I´m pretty fine with almost all nowadays parts, all the innovation I would like to see is price cutting down.
Agreed on the Shimano drivetrain and brakes for entry level bikes.
  • 1 0
 @maestroman21: I imagine it would be better than shimano 10 speed, I ride the 10 deore right now and I haven't been over the moon about it, but its definitely a solid group for sure.
  • 17 1
 The hub and shock are really the only items that are innovative enough to fit that category. The others are evolutionary improvement or a durability bias. I fail to see how they fit into the definition that was provided on introduction.

Have there really been so few innovations?

What are some other missing?
Rev grips?
Stem shocks?
That saddle angle shift thing? (was that this year?)
Up/down droppers?
3rd party suspension links?
Headset cable routing? (haha)
  • 3 6
 I agree with what you mean, but technically they are innovations - incremental improvement is innovation.
  • 7 2
 @russthedog: Oxford, myself, and any other internet source I could find within the 10 seconds of research I felt warranted respectfully disagrees.
  • 1 4
 @maestroman21: care to elaborate?
  • 1 0
 Rev grips have been around for years now (but they are relatively innovative, I guess)
  • 3 0
 @notthatfast: They have??? I get most product news from Berm Peak, so it doesn't exist to me until his review.
  • 1 3
 @russthedog: not even a little bit.
  • 2 0
 @maestroman21: I think he reviewed them sometime in 2020
  • 2 0
 @jpat22: yeah, he reviewed them early on, didn't read the instructions on how to install and kinda gave them an unfair review based on his experience and he then somewhat recently re-reviewed them.
  • 2 0
 Like four or five years at least
  • 21 6
 That pinion gearbox motor is not going to be very popular with the PB set for all the reasons but it’s going to change bikes moving forward. I’m predicting that the gearbox motor will lead to a refinement in the gearbox which will then trickle back down to MUSCLE BIKES.
  • 4 0
 integrated motor / gearbox is it!
  • 6 7
 I have never believed the purported claims of gearboxes having more friction than a regular drive train. In a lab, it probably does. In real world conditions with mud and junk all over the rear mech, I just don’t buy that claim. Gear boxes are the final end product for bike transmission, we just haven’t gotten there yet.
  • 5 1
 @doctorpritchett: i think we're there, for ebikes at least...
Gearboxes definitely have more friction than a chain / cassette transmission...an 8 speed internally geared shimano hub is better than a hammerschmidt but I can feel both. That's why the ebike is the place for it. Right freakin now!
  • 2 0
 No doubt about this one
  • 1 0
 Totally agree
  • 1 0
 I'd only thought about this in terms of making ebikes slightly more palatable, but if it also accelerates gearbox development for real bikes, even better!!
  • 2 0
 Gearboxes won't be improved much except the shifters, but once all e bikes have them they will start to take over on non e bikes because people will finally realize derailleurs look like ass as well as being vulnerable.
  • 2 0
 My vote goes to Pinion MGU as well.
  • 7 0
 I wouldn’t say that the SRAM Transmission just works.
I have found it to be quite finicky to get setup correctly.
The tolerances are so tight.
The main body is strong, the part that everyone stood on when the system first came out.
But the cage is butter soft, have bent and broken one already.
  • 10 4
 My XT8100 stuff seems pretty bulletproof - the Linkglide even more so... I have AXS on another bike and while it's "cool" I still honestly prefer the feel of XT. Yes, the AXS is a faster shift but it's just not as enjoyable - for me anyways.
  • 6 0
 It might have been in the last prior year but my Anomaly switchgrade has been the best newer product I've used since adopting the dropper post. I not sure any of these are innovative, but merely providing some, if not minor, performance enhancement.
  • 15 8
 and the winner is ... your current mountain bike because you didn't have to change anything on it and you can just go ride it.
  • 28 7
 That'd be a good winner for Value Bike of the Year... not sure it really applies to Innovation of the Year.
  • 2 5
 @mikekazimer: what I mean by your current mountain bike being the most innovative is because for most readers on here its custom in some way shape or form that a brand or factory can't reproduce.
  • 2 0
 @devinkalt: That's not what innovation means
  • 2 2
 @macroglossum: I get that. The MTB industry seems hell bent on reinventing the wheel with new innovative products and it seems like most of them aren't really necessary but I guess they are neat.
  • 1 0
 @mikekazimer: But what if I put some speed holes in it?
  • 4 0
 Pinion is easily the most impactful product this year, and will mark an inflection point for ebikes. I am no longer interested in the current crop of offerings; hoping to hear of a partnership with a major frame manufacturer soon.
  • 3 0
 100%. Its a fundamental phase shift in Ebike layout/construction, creating a new category that sits properly between bicycle and motorcycle. Having all the weight on the front end, only one cog so the frame designer can maximize the kinematics without having to consider chain angle/gearing, big power, big battery, electronic shifting gets rid of the clunky 2-cable system, etc. I've been saying for years that I won't buy an Ebike until they use a dirt bike layout, and now that appears to be happening. If they can partner with a quality North American based brand, I might have to put my money where my mouth is. With how fast Ebikes have captured the bike-buying public, this has to be the most relevant innovation insofar as how it stands to completely change what Ebikes look and ride like.
  • 2 0
 @hypermoto: same, across all counts =) One may think we're paid employees, but we just appreciate good system design, and the current e-bike architecture is a clunky Frankenstein that needs to die. Pinion will need to sort a few more things, including optimizing chain line with a larger wheel spoke angle, but hopefully we pull the trigger in 2024. What are your thoughts on belt drive?
  • 2 0
 @ultimatist: I'm open to belt drive if the tension can be maintained, but I'm in the PNW so conditions could be a factor. I'd like the option but not to be limited to it as my only choice. Belts work on Harleys, but dirt bikes run chains.

Other big part of this is the potential for mass-acceptance of gearboxes in general if they can sort them out with proper shifting. If there's enough demand for this layout then other big players will have to look at integrating the drive and gearing as well, which could lead to general market demand for quality gearboxes on regular bikes.
  • 7 1
 Tigon for the win for sure. actually innovative, can't wait to pick one up second hand next year
  • 5 2
 I’ve been a SRAM Fan Boy for many years. But after riding Transmission for a few weeks I decided it just isn’t for me. It’s smooth, it shifts under load albeit not too happily at times. Fast No Definitely Not! My cable XX1 will drop 4 gears in the time it takes Transmission to drop 1. Considering that I double and triple shift a lot and constantly have a need to dump 3-4 gears without waiting. This slower shifting is a deal breaker for me. My cable XX1 might not be as smooth but it delivers shifts instantly no waiting. Instant shifting is the main reason I switched to SRAM over 20 years ago. There’s also the fact that I have bought two complete XX1 drivetrains for under a grand recently. So my cable drive train shifts much faster, cost half as much and is lighter to boot. I just found the MTB holy grail Another plus I don’t have to charge it or wait for it to update software at the trailhead‍♂️ Yes that’s a thing now. LONG LIVE CABLES!!!!!
  • 1 0
 This year I’ve spent a good amount of time on shimano deore(ripley af)- link glide 11 speed xt (ebike) and sram xo transmission(enduro bike) I think the refinements of the transmission are nice, it looks great too, but it doesnt make my ride more fun and it doesn’t make me any faster. Both linkglide and deore work great at a fraction of the cost. I do think it stays working without needing adjustments for longer, but once you learn how to adjust your derailleur it’s pretty simple.

I have been impressed with its durability. Min derailleur is scratched and dented but still works perfectly.

I use it because my enduro bike so specifically designed around a 55mm chain line and the 52mm chain line for a mechanical drivetrain doesn’t have as much clearance as I’d like. And a 55 chain line on a regular cassette results in port shifting in the lower gears (bigger cogs).
  • 1 0
 @Daray: Definitely agree on the chain line. Luckily I was able to reduce the chain line on my new Ripmo to 52 without clearance issues.
  • 3 0
 TBH, I don't really get the appeal of electronic drivetrains beyond the "cleaner" look. I had AXS for a while but sold it because, after the setup process (which is required for both AXS and cable), I didn't really notice any difference. I press the shifter, the bike shifts.

I kinda feel the same way about transmission. Maybe I'm just too timid a rider or something (although my injury record doesn't suggest that, and I'm definitely bad enough that the bike bangs into things a lot), but I've had to replace one derailleur hanger in the past 3 years. It cost $27. The differing standards IS annoying so I love the idea of UDH, but I'd need to break a LOT more hangers before Transmission made economic sense in that way, and beyond that and the "clean" aesthetic, what does it offer?

I just want my bike to shift when I press the shifter. Cable drivetrains do this fine.
  • 2 0
 "Classified’s Powershift system which uses a electronically controlled, two-stage internally geared hub to give a whopping 520% gear range - more than SRAM’s Eagle cassette". Correct me if I'm wrong here but a 10-52 cassette has a 520% gear range?
  • 1 0
 Time to admit: Geometry wise and technologically wise MTB innovation has reached a Plato. with only incremental change - unless we are talking E-Bikes.
add that to post-COVID recession with less gain's and less money for R&D and the result is relatively minor innovation in the field.
  • 4 1
 Well most people are trapped in Plato's cave when it comes to e-bikes, so your typo makes a lot of sense.
  • 3 0
 Did we already get a review of Powershift for MTB? I'd like to see a long term test of this...
  • 1 1
 So Pinion is cool, but only for e-bikes, bwahaha, silly PB, motors are for kids.

But that electric shift Pinion, that’s a winner, and likely to push gearbox hold offs over the edge!

When will PB do a proper compare and contrast of Pinion bikes?
  • 2 0
 Pinion MGU for the win, definitely! I really do hope the future looks something like that.
  • 2 0
 I literally had my pitchforks ready until I saw Pinion MGU. That right there is the logical advancement of technology.
  • 1 1
 @DizzyNinja you peaked in this comment section. Bask in that over the holidays, brag to your family members and friends. Over 200 PB comment likes is like winning a World Cup I think.
  • 2 0
 Anyone else have the name on the image cut off?
  • 2 0
 No valve stems this year?!
  • 2 0
 That shock is definitely worth trying. Crazy cool.
  • 1 0
 Good picks, not sure if there's anything bad on that list.
  • 1 0
 Great bunch of innovations.
  • 2 2
 @mikekazimer So good to see that the Fillmore valves didnt in fact make it onto another list of innovations
  • 1 0
 I can't wait until I can check my email on my smart hub and/or derailleur
  • 2 1
 Microdosing. Just do it.
  • 3 4
 Bitch bitch bitch. Bitch bitch moan moan. Keep innovating.
  • 3 4
 These would be great gifts for the advent calendar...oh wait
  • 2 1
 Holy shit, I have now realized there isn't an advent calendar this year! wtf!
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