And the winner is...
Trails, gravel roads, jumps, descents and relentless climbs. A forest to dive into and a hill that never seems to end. This is the world of mountain biking and gravel riding: made of dust and mud, but also of fun, technique and the pure joy of riding the most advanced products the market has to offer.
But which bike, product or project will be the one everyone’s talking about this year, on a mountain singletrack or along a white gravel road in the open countryside?
All companies exhibiting at Bike Festival Riva del Garda have the opportunity to present their flagship products and key initiatives for the 2026 season, submitting them to the evaluation of a technical jury made up of professionals with specific expertise across different fields: from design and product development to testing, innovation and aesthetics. Award registration is already included in the stand registration and comes at no additional cost.
With the Bike Festival Award, the format evolves and expands. It’s no longer just about bikes: all the major product categories and the values that define today’s bike industry come into focus. Technology, entrepreneurial vision, sustainability and new ideas take centre stage alongside the best Gravel models.
Three categories will be awarded:
- Gravel Bikes
- Innovation Award (product)
- Sustainability Award Environmental, social or economic (initiative)
On May 1st, on the main stage of the Bike Festival Riva del Garda Expo Area, the winners will be announced — ready to hear the words: “and the winner is…”
Jury members:
- Uli Stanciu
A pioneer of the European mountain biking scene, founder of BIKE Magazine and the Bike Festival Riva del Garda. Journalist, author, and event organizer, Stanciu combines passion, experience, and vision to promote the culture and innovation of off-road cycling in Europe.
- Giampaolo Allocco
Italian designer specializing in sports and innovation, winner of over 40 international awards, including Red Dot and Good Design Award. Founder of DELINEO Design, he has designed race cars and sports products exhibited globally, combining aesthetics, functionality, and performance.
- Marco Menin
Graphic designer with experience in design and communication, creative and operational, capable of following projects from conception to production. An expert in advertising graphics, web design, and print and display production, he coordinates processes and develops integrated solutions for clients. He is part of the Jonny Mole studio team.
- Fiorenza Baratti
Guide and traveler passionate about cycling and sustainability, with a degree in Environmental Sciences. She has explored extreme and cultural territories in self-sufficiency, promoting a slow and conscious approach to travel to connect with nature and local communities.
- Michael Rieder
Leader in engineering and design in the mobility sector, former Engineering Director at KISKA. He combines technical expertise and creativity to develop innovative and sustainable solutions, guiding teams toward cutting-edge projects and setting new standards of quality and performance.
- Sandra Schuberth
She is an online editor and gravel specialist for BIKE Magazin.
