08/08/2026
Hi folks,
I still wanted to share a few impressions from my trip to Germany and Eurobike.
The Eurobike trade show featured plenty of cargo bikes and pedal‑assist e‑mobility solutions, many of which we haven’t seen in Australia yet. In Germany, these vehicles are used for last‑mile deliveries in inner‑city areas where delivery vans and trucks have restricted access. Some also fall into an electric‑vehicle subcategory and are eligible for government subsidies.
And yes, there were more than plenty of new e‑bike systems. Whoever needs more of those… and a fully 3D‑printed bike in titanium, and quick‑release brake lines, which were kinda cool.
After the show, I bent time & space by traveling on high‑speed trains through the country from Frankfurt to Hanover, Berlin and Hamburg (and not enough spaces), and back to Frankfurt, while stopping at as many bike shops and mobility‑focused cycling brands as possible.
Along the way, I spoke with around 20 bike shop owners and bike rental providers about their journeys — both personal and professional — on and around two wheels. We had great conversations about bicycles, cycling culture, technology, tools, shop layouts and best practices, and I returned home with plenty of ideas.
Most of all, I’m grateful to work in an industry that feels like a community: open, curious, supportive and collaborative. It’s one thing to share a passion for bikes; it’s another to share a passion for keeping each other in business and on two wheels.
Here’s a very brief selection from the many, many photos I took.
PS: The main conclusion is: F..ck flying and do more riding.
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