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The ninth Eurobike Awards are calling for entries to be submitted before July 22nd.
Open to non-exhibitors and exhibitors alike, the awards – hosted by Messe Friedrichshafen and organised by global design organisation iF – and Gold winners will be announced at Eurobike, which runs from August 28th to 31st.
Entries can be accepted in a number of categories including a special Green Award to a product sporting high ecological values.
The full list of categories:
Mountain Bikes
Hardtail, Enduro, Freerider, Downhill, Full6Suspension, BMX, Dirt Bikes
Cross Bikes
Cross Bike, Trekking Bike, Traveler Bike, All-Terrain Bike
Racing Bikes
Racing Bike, Triathlon Bike, Time Machine, Fitness Bike, Speed Bike,
Urban Bikes
City Bike, Folding Bike, Cruiser, Design Bike, Cargo Bike, Family Transportation,
Special Bikes
Recumbent Bike, Trike, Rickshaw, Velomobile, Tandem
E/Bikes/Pedelecs
Mountain Bike, Cross Bike, Racing Bike, Urban Bike, Special Bike, Battery and Recharger, Pedal Sensor, Brakes, Special Accessories
Apparel
Pants, Jerseys, Jackets, Footwear, Gloves
Parts/Components
Frame, Handelbars, Brakes, Gears, Crank Arm, Electrical Components, Pedals, Generator, Wheel, Fork, Saddle
Accessories
Speedometer, Water Bottle, Bell, Pump, Bar End, Bag, Light, Lock, Mud Guard, Tools, Glasses, Helmet, Tires
A panel of hand-picked experts will make their decisions in Hannover over August 13th and 14th.
Criteria: Aerodynamics, Efficiency, Ergonomics, Functionality, Weight, Utility, Design Quality, Degree of Innovation, Comfort, Load6 Carrying Capacity, Brand Value/Branding, Choice of Material, Service, Safety, Stability, Environmental Compatibility and Workmanship.
The Awards Ceremony will take place during at EUROBIKE Show in the Foyer East/Friedrichshafen Exhibition Grounds on 28 August.
www.ifdesign.de
