Because choosing to cycle rather than travel by car means that CO2 emissions are avoided, the first winners are of course the environment and climate, along with all of those living in the municipalities where there will be less traffic, fewer emissions and far less noise!
And if this is not incentive enough, then perhaps the many fantastic prizes kindly provided by our national supporters Ortlieb, QiO, linexo by WERTGARANTIE, ABUS, Busch + Müller, Schwalbe, WSM, Paul Lange & Co. will help convince you!
As a municipal network, Climate Alliance awards prizes in two categories within each of the five population groups (according to the number of inhabitants):
The “Long P9” by QiO is a compact cargo bike for everyday life and families – robust, versatile and ideal for transporting shopping, luggage or children. With its 20” wheels, extended bike carrier, Bosch engine (max. 25 km/h), 1x9-speed Shimano derailleur and hydraulic disc brakes, it offers maximum functionality for easy handling. The “Long P9” (worth €3,999) in the winner's chosen colour is perfect for those wanting to transport more without having to rely on a car.
The acronym “ACTV” in the product name of Decathlon’s Rockrider E-Bike SUV Trekking e-actv 500 LF is a nod to the word “ACTIVE”. Worth €1,999, this e-trekking bike is for all those looking to lead a more active lifestyle and reconnect with the great outdoors. Its Yamaha mid-drive motor provides smooth, responsive assistance, while its 55 Nm of torque makes light work of even the steepest climbs.
Five winning municipalities are able to choose from the extensive range of high-quality, timeless bicycle parking systems offered by WSM worth up to €800.
To ensure that the CITY CYCLING campaign doesn’t fall flat, we’re giving away puncture-resistant tyres from Schwalbe. Choose from the Green Marathon, Marathon Plus, Marathon Plus Tour, Marathon Plus MTB and Marathon E-Plus ranges offering profiles for a variety of different terrains. They all provide lasting protection against the typical tyre destroyers – even drawing pins will fail to puncture the protective layer! To ensure your tyres also have the right pressure, the set worth around €100 includes an Airmax Pro air pressure gauge.
The most secure of bicycle parking facilities won’t be any help if your bike lock isn’t theftproof! The “BORDO GRANIT™ 6000K/90” folding lock by ABUS worth €99.95 is the perfect solution for your peace of mind. Its parts are made of specially hardened steel and connected using special rivets that mean bike thieves don’t stand a chance. Flexible and extremely difficult to saw, it offers the greatest possible protection against manipulation.
The best-placed municipalities will receive Ortlieb bicycle bags in the exclusive CITY CYCLING design. The “Back-Roller Urban” worth €95 attaches securely to all standard bicycle panniers (max. diameter 16 mm). Thanks to its compact size, the “Sport-Roller Plus” worth €85 can be attached to either rear panniers or lowrider racks on the front wheel. It’s also suitable as the first bicycle bag on a kid’s rear pannier.
Head protection can be a real lifesaver when cycling. Which is why we’re giving away bicycles helmets from ABUS bearing the CITY CYCLING logo worth €99.95 each as one of our many fantastic prizes. The sleek “Urban-I 3.0” model is available in four different sizes. Each of these lightweight head protectors has a revolutionary Fidlock magnetic strap buckle for one-handed (un)fastening. Further features include 15 air inlets and 6 air outlets for great ventilation and an integrated LED tail light for enhanced safety!
See and be seen! Also – and especially – during the CITY CYCLING campaign thanks to the bright and stable “Ixon Core” LED rechargeable lights from Busch + Müller worth €80 apiece. Now also available in the CITY CYCLING design!
“Lilly” by QiO (worth €24.95) is ideal for all those seeking a safe, compact storage solution for their bike lock or other small essentials. A practical Velcro fastener allows quick and easy attachment to the saddle rails, while the durable, water-repellent material and laminated zippers keep the contents dry whatever the weather. The saddle bag’s size can be expanded flexibly from 0.5 to 1 litre. A reflective logo for greater visibility in traffic completes the stylish design.
The helmet bag is a lockable cover for your helmet and saddle that not only saves you the hassle of having to carry your helmet around with you, but also ensures your seat is dry next time you hop on your bike. It’s very easy to use: Simply pop your helmet in the bag, place it over your saddle, pull the special thread tight and attach it to your bike lock – done! The helmet bag protects your helmet and saddle from the elements as well as from theft. Compact and waterproof, it also doubles as a bag.
You don’t always need to head straight to the workshop when your bike isn’t running smoothly. With the universal mini-tool from Paul Lange & Co worth €10,95 (and a little practice and skill!), you can easily carry out minor repairs for yourself. The little telescope pump (also worth €15,95) with a pumping capacity of up to 11 bar quickly supplies the necessary air pressure when you’re on the go.