Hello Reader,

The RAAW year 2025 is off to a promising start: We’ve won the coveted Design & Innovation Award for our Madonna V3! We’re especially excited because the DI.A. is one of the few product awards where the entries are not only theoretically analyzed but also thoroughly tested under real conditions. After all, that’s exactly what we build our bikes for! And the other stories in this newsletter come straight from life as well: from Arno’s journey back on his bike, to Chris’ freeride trip in Canada, and our current RAAW of the Month. Enjoy your read!

​Video: Journey – Arno Billard​

RAAW Ambassador Arno Billard faced a time of immense challenges and setbacks after suffering two herniated discs – both physically and mentally. In his new video, he shares how he slowly but surely found his way back onto the bike and, along the way, developed a completely new approach: embracing fun, enjoyment, and personal style. Discover how unexpected strength can emerge from a difficult time.​

​Only until 16.02.: Answer questions for a chance to win a €500 voucher​

We are currently conducting a survey to better understand who you are, how you use our bikes, and what you wish for in upcoming models and promotions. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us continuously improve our offerings and properly prioritize our projects. Filling out the survey will only take about 10 to 15 minutes. As a token of our appreciation, all participants will be entered into a draw to win a €500 voucher for our online shop. Take the survey here – thank you!​

​Design & Innovation Award for the Madonna V3​

This just in: The Madonna V3 has been awarded the Design & Innovation Award! The jury’s verdict: Das Urteil der Jury: “With its strong focus on durability and performance, the RAAW Madonna V3 sets new standards. [...] The high-quality frame ensures a long service life, while the robust suspension provides top-tier control and stability on the trail. With its well-balanced riding position, the Madonna strikes an excellent balance between composure and agility. This bike is a top choice for riders who value longevity, versatility, and exceptional trail performance!” You can find the full award statement, more information on the Design & Innovation Award, and an overview of our other accolades on this website.

​Jibb V2 “Purple Ember” – RAAW of the Month for January​

The first RAAW of the Month of the new year impresses with its thoughtful setup that perfectly combines performance and reliability and—thanks to some well-placed color accents—also looks fantastic. Learn in this article why Tom chose the Jibb V2 and the considerations that went into the build.​

Community Deal: 10% off Toolbox-Kit Parts!

New month, new exclusive deal for RAAW Riders! Or rather, “New year, new you”? For the rest of the month, use the promo code “NEWYEAR” to get 10% off all parts in our Toolbox Kit, which lets you customize the geometry and suspension of your RAAW to your liking. Whether you want to try a different chainstay length, adjust the shock damping progression and bottom bracket height via our Lower Shock Mount, or change the head angle—the time is now! This offer ends on January 31st.
And remember, with the code “RAAWRIDERS” you always get 10% off clothing. Enjoy riding and thank you for being part of the RAAW family!

​Story: The Freeride Dial – Up to Eleven!​

In “The Freeride Dial – Up to Eleven!” our Ambassador Chris Derkum takes you on an adventurous journey through the Canadian wilderness. A nostalgic look at the beginnings of freeriding and the transition into the modern freeride world merge here with pure riding enjoyment on Canada’s trails—a true experience that reminds us sometimes only the joy of the moment counts. Enjoy the read.​

Current Availability

Santa arrived this year with his 40-ton truck and refilled our stocks right before the winter break: Accordingly, our current models are now available in almost all sizes from our warehouse. Only the Madonna V3 in ‘raw - XLarge’, ‘raw - Small’ as well as the Yalla! in ‘black - XLarge’ are currently sold out—please use the “Notify me when available” function on the product page to be the first to know when these variants are back in stock.

More Info: Jibb V2 | Madonna V3 | Yalla!​

As always, have fun on the trails and thanks for your support!

Cheers

Ruben Engineering & Marketing

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