RAAW News 05 / 2025 (RAAW Riders Edition)
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Hello Reader, This time, we’ve got less to say—but even more to show. This edition of the RAAW News is packed with fresh video content: Trail adventures in Queenstown, Jibb action on the CHURCHNER RAAW Trail (yep, one of our official test ride spots!), serious airtime with the Madonna V3, and a laid-back bike build video featuring the new Yalla!! V2. Enjoy the show! Video: Queenstown Enduro AdventureRAAW Privateer Hanna Steinthaler takes you along for the ride through New Zealand’s dreamy Queenstown trails in her latest vlog. We’re sitting at HQ wondering if the bike caught more airtime over there than on the flight getting there. #officethoughts. Anyway—watch it here. Video: Madonna Airtime feat. Jonas SalamonSame bike, just as much airtime: Our filmmaker Jonas sends it on some of Germany’s biggest jumps—the Krater Trails at the “Krater Fest” Jam Day. Style, flow, and air for days. Catch the full edit here. Review: Madonna V3 in MountainBIKE Magazine (German)In the latest enduro bike test by MountainBIKE Magazine, the Madonna V3 came out strong: “Pure downhill performance – the Madonna is made for shredders who leave no rock unridden.” The review praised the frame’s low-maintenance design and the finely tuned suspension kinematics. Final verdict: Very Good. Find the full test in issue 06/2025 or as a (paid) digital download on the magazine’s website. Community Deal: 10% Off RAAW Spare Bits KitNew month, new deal for RAAW Riders: This time, you get 10% off our Spare Bits Kits. It’s the emergency kit that could save your bike holiday and deserves a spot in every toolbox. Use code SAVEMYHOLIDAY at checkout. Valid through May 31. Pro tip: Use code RAAWRIDERS anytime for 10% off our entire apparel collection. Video: Yalla!! V2 Bike BuildNeed a break after all that action? Sit back and chill with this Yalla!! V2 bike build, hosted by our engineer Dan. In just a few minutes, he takes the frame from bare to race-ready. It’s the most satisfying 25 minutes you'll spend this week—better than any meditation. Video: CHURCHNER RAAW Trail - Full Run | RAAW LapsIn the latest episode of our RAAW Laps series, Moritz Wirth takes you on a golden-hour top-to-bottom run of the CHURCHNER RAAW Trail: smooth corners, fast flow, and plenty of features. Best part? It’s just a few minutes from our HQ in the Pfalz—and one of our official test ride trails. You + a RAAW bike of your choice + this trail? Let’s make it happen - book your test ride here. Current AvailabilityStock levels are solid and our current models are ready to ship in nearly all sizes. Only the Madonna V3 in ‘black - Small’ is currently sold out—hit “Notify me when available” on the product page to be the first to know when it’s back. More Info: Jibb V2 | Madonna V3 | Yalla!! V2 As always, have fun out there and thanks for riding with us! Cheers
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