RAAW News 10 / 2024 (RAAW Riders Edition)


Hello Reader,

If you caught last week’s email, you probably already know the big news: The Madonna V3 is back and ready to order in all sizes! But that’s not all — we’ve got stories from a summer filled with enduro racing in Europe, Stevie Schneiders Fest Series POV, an epic race weekend in Nauders, and, if you are a RAAW rider, your monthly community deal. Drop in and enjoy the read!

Finally Back: Madonna V3 available for order again

The wait is over: After selling out over the summer, the Madonna V3 is back and ready for order! Frames are already on their way to us, with deliveries starting mid-December—perfect timing to kick off the new year with your new ride. Want to know more about the Madonna V3? Check out all the details about the bike on this page, or check out all related shop products here. And if you’ve got any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Racing Thrills and Spills: Traction Development Team’s Epic Weekend in Nauders

What a weekend it was for the Traction Development Team at the Chilimotion Enduro Series in Nauders! Between impressive performances, a few spills, and some solid comebacks, the riders faced the highs and lows of racing head-on. Jannik tackled the steep terrain like a pro, Marius powered through pedal-heavy stages, and Johannes kept it steady to claim the overall win in his class! And let’s not forget Niclas and Nevio, who brought serious grit and determination to the Reschenpass stages. Check out the full recap and catch all the action in our video behind the link!

Blogpost / Videos: EDR-ing as a Privateer - Hanna Steinthaler

Ever wondered what it’s like to take on the Enduro World Cup as a privateer? Hanna Steinthaler shares her summer spent prepping in Morzine, taking on tough conditions in Loudenvielle, and wrapping up the season at the Enduro World Championships in the Dolomites. From muddy chaos to personal victories, Hanna’s story gives a real look into the challenges and rewards of racing while living her passion. Read it here and don’t miss the embedded videos.

Community Deal: 20% off the RAAW Fender

New month, new exclusive deal for RAAW Riders! This time, we’re giving you 20% off our sleek and super practical RAAW fender. It’s just a simple piece of plastic, but it works like magic on those muddy days—keeping your face clean so everyone can see that giant grin from your ride. Just pop in the code “RIDERS-CLEAN-FACE” at checkout to snag your discount. Valid until October 31st! Oh, and don’t forget, our “RAAWRIDERS” code always gives you 10% off our entire clothing collection, anytime you want. Happy riding and thanks for your support!

RAAW Laps: Fest Series - Royal Hills POV by Stevie Schneider

Join RAAW Ambassador Stevie Schneider as he takes his Yalla! for a ride over the legendary "Royal Hills" in France in this short but action-packed video. We crunched the numbers (sort of) and are pretty confident that his front wheel spends more time in the air than on the ground—so get ready for some serious airtime. But hey, don’t take our word for it. Check out the video here!

We’ve Updated our Knowledge Base to Make your Life Easier

We’ve just added some new articles to the knowledge base to help make things easier for you. Whether you need assistance choosing between our models, are looking for buyer’s advice on a specific one (Madonna V3, Jibb V2, Yalla!), need help with assembly and setup, or want all the details on placing an order (international taxes, anyone?), it’s all covered in a new series of longform articles. We’re all about making sure you’ve got the info you need, and as always, if you have any questions, we’re here to help.

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

Cheers

Ruben

Engineering & Marketing

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