RAAW News 11 / 2024 (RAAW Riders Edition)


Hello Reader,

Autumn blues or muddy adventures—which camp are you in when the air turns cold, the woods get foggy, and the trails turn into a mud bath? Either way, we've got you covered. Let the summer memories and the exciting RAAW builds in this edition of RAAW News lift your spirits—whether you need a pick-me-up or just more reasons to get out there and embrace the elements.

Blogpost: From Race Circuits to Chill Rides - Coen’s Summer in Squamish

After years of non-stop summer racing, RAAW Ambassador Coen Skrypnek took a different path this year, stepping back from the race circuit to enjoy a more laid-back, ride-for-fun summer in Squamish. From re-discovering his home trails to finding new hobbies (hello, pickleball!), Coen reflects on how taking a break helped him reconnect with why he loves riding in the first place. Check out the full story in this post on our blog.

JIBB V2 “True All-Rounder” - RAAW of the Month November

After a long summer break, our beloved RAAW of the Month series is back! This month, we're featuring Georg's Jibb V2 LT—a bike made to tackle everything from flowy trails to rugged alpine routes, and even the occasional bike park session. Check out all the details of his build here.

Think your ride has what it takes to be featured? Submit it here for a chance to win a 100 € voucher for our online shop or a surprise package!

Community Deal: Free RAAW Bottle with Your Parts & Accessories Order!

New month, new exclusive deal for RAAW Riders! This time, we're giving away one of our legendary RAAW bottles for FREE with your order. Just spend over 50 € on Parts & Accessories, add the bottle (in the size you like) to your cart, and use the code "RIDERS-FREE-BOTTLE" at checkout. Offer ends November 30th! And remember, our “RAAWRIDERS” code always gets you 10% off any clothing, anytime. Happy riding, and thanks for being part of the RAAW family!

Video Bike Check: Mike Kazimer’s Madonna V3

Seasoned bike reviewer Mike Kazimer from Pinkbike is constantly testing different bikes, but found his home in the RAAW Madonna V3 this year. It's his go-to bike for comparing components—a "palate cleanser" that feels instantly familiar and delivers standout descending performance. In his words, "it's still one of my favorite bikes in this category when it comes to overall descending performance." Check out his current build and thoughts in the 13-minute bike check video.

Current Availability

The upcoming delivery of Madonna V3 frames is currently right on schedule, so shipping will start as planned from mid-December. At the moment, all sizes except Black / Small are still available for order. The Madonna V2.2, which we are offering at a 30% discount, is sold out in raw, but last units are still available in black. For the Jibb V1, which is also discounted at 40%, all sizes except Small are still directly available, and the Jibb V2 is in stock in all sizes for both color options. The Yalla! is almost as well stocked, with all frame options available except Black / XLarge. Happy shopping!

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

Cheers

Ruben

Engineering & Marketing

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