Author Rainer | bike-components

Rainer

Content Marketing

Enduro Gravel

Hi guys! I'm Rainer, I used to work in customer service at bc and now I work in marketing. You'll meet me on the home trails in and around Aachen, in the bike meccas of Europe and on tour with a gravel bike and tent.

At bc since:: 10.2009
Place of residence:: Aachen
Favorite bike:: Santa Cruz Megatower, Santa Cruz Tallboy, Focus Atlas, Surly Krampus, Surly Cross Check

My blog posts

Hydraulic disc brake maintenance

How-Tos

Brakes are one of the most critical safety component on your bike, so you should pay close attention to them during maintenance.

Trickstuff Home Visit - Uncompromising Commitment

Visits

The brake is probably one of the most crucial components on a bike, especially when it comes to safety and control. We visited Trickstuff!

Uvex Surge aero MIPS helmet

Reviews

Aero or lightweight? Well-ventilated or extra safe? The era of compromises in road biking is coming to an end. At least when it comes to headgear.

The Enlightenment: All about Lights for Bicycles & E-Bikes

Guides

Riding in the light is usually more fun than in the dark - and most folks would agree on that. But as a "real" rider, that doesn't matter.

Trailside Repair: The perfect bike tool kit

How-Tos

A flat tire, rattling gears, snapped chain, broken spokes... No need to despair. We'll show you how to help yourself quickly.

Magura Gustav PRO - The Legend Lives!

Reviews

Magura Gustav? Rings a bell? Right, it kind of did exist before. After more than a quarter of a century, the legendary downhill anchor is making a comeback