CST has been the proud sponsor of the Amstel Gold Race for many years, one of the most prestigious cycling races in the world. It is an annual event that attracts thousands of spectators to see the riders compete for victory. As a sponsor of this event, we are honored to link our name and brand to this great race.
The Amstel Gold Race is known for its challenging course, particularly the legendary Fromberg climb. This ascent is one of the toughest challenges for the riders, and it is therefore extra special that our orange boarding is seen here every year. It is an honor for us as a tire brand to be such an important part of a race that is loved by cyclists and cycling fans all over the world.
We are happy to be a sponsor of the Amstel Gold Race again this year and we are looking forward to seeing our orange boarding shine on the Fromberg. This year’s race will take place on Sunday, April 16th, and we expect another exciting and successful day for the riders and the audience.
At CST, we are always looking for ways to promote our brand and connect with the cycling community. As a sponsor of the Amstel Gold Race, we can share our enthusiasm and passion for cycling with thousands of fans and enthusiasts all over the world. We hope that our involvement in this race contributes to the popularity of the sport and that we can contribute to the enjoyment and performance of all cyclists.
After the introduction of the Ultra Light tube boxes it is now time for a total transformation of our regular tube packaging. With great pleasure we show you the new design. The structure of our tube assortment is much better now. We even added a mounting guide to make it clear for the end consumer how to use the tube. We hope you are just as enthusiastic about the design and welcome our questions and inquiries.
We’ll do a running change on the tube boxes starting November 1, 2022.
We are proud to mention that two of our studded tires received the award of ‘best value for money’ in German magazine Aktiv Radfahren. The outcomes of the test showed that our tires roll well, have great performance on ice and snow and our anti-puncture technique meets the demand of the user.
The Studmuffin C1914 is available in 37-622 and the Toboggan in 100-559. In the test that was held late 2021 many tires were tested. Even tires that have a retail price that was about 3 times the retail price of the Toboggan and Studmuffin. Our tires excelled with sidewall protection and also the anti-puncture layer above the carcass was outstanding. Other characteristics that were examined were rolling resistance, traction, assembly of the tire and of course the price/quality combination. All aspects of our tires were received positively and we are delighted with these outcomes.
More information about the test can be found on:
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The Eurobike show 2021 is on its way. After cancellation last year because of Covid19 everyone looks forward to this years edition. It will be a special event as it will be the last Eurobike show in Friedrichshafen, a place we visited for so many years to introduce our new products for the upcoming season. This year we have a lot to show you and you will be more than welcome to visit our booth.
New introductions: CST Overton and CST Pro Brooklyn
The Overton is a fast-rolling semi-slick designed for modern gravel bikes. Rolling speed is the priority for Overton, so the tread is minimal apart from the blocky cornering knobs. A high-volume, tubeless-ready casing with EPS protection ensures a comfortable, worry-free ride over a variety of surfaces from pavement to light gravel.
CST Brooklyn: Your cargo bike is a real workhorse. You need to deliver the load quickly – but you want to do it in reasonable comfort, too. Our urban tyre, the Brooklyn, is the perfect tyre for cargo bikes. The thick anti-puncture layer, the stiffened sidewalls, and ideal natural suspension characteristics mean that that you’re still fit and willing at the end of a long workday.
We hope to see you at our CST booth A5-401 to see our new tires and a lot more.
Anne Tauber will spend the run-up to the 2021 Olympics riding with her CST PostNL Bafang MTB Racing teammates. Tauber, who has ridden with the team since 2018, has signed for an additional two years, through 2021-2022. She was the first mountain biker to qualify for next year’s Dutch Olympic team, clinching her spot at last year’s UCI XCO World Cup in Albstadt, Germany.
CST PostNL Bafang director Bart Brentjens is pleased that she’s staying with the team: “Our team’s sportive ambition is still to win a medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games in 2021…The Olympic Games 2024 in Paris are still a long way off, but also in both our view and intention to work towards together. As we look back, Anne made and is still making enormous progression as a professional mountain biker. With her mentality, she has the capacity to [be one of] the best mountain bikers of the world…Anne is a very positive spirit. Anne knows how to focus and to set goals. She has character and is able to deal with all kinds of circumstances. We are happy to follow our Olympic road together,” said Brentjens.
Tauber is just as pleased to extend her time with CST PostNL Bafang. “The team has offered me everything I could ask for, and we have been working together in a great atmosphere; it really feels like a family to me,” she said. “The results of the past two years have proven that the cooperation between us is successful…Even though the current circumstances concerning Covid-19 are difficult, we can move forward and focus on what is important to us: making progress! And of course, our ultimate goal is set in Tokyo in 2021!”
CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.
This year’s grueling Ultra Bike Marathon in Szklarska Poręba, Poland featured nearly 100 km. of riding at an elevation of almost 3500 m. Beautiful mountain scenery, a strong starting line-up and a well-organized race, despite the current restrictions, all favored a spirited competition. The CST 7R team picked up the gauntlet and started the race last Saturday shortly after 9:00. After more than five hours of all-out cycling, Karol Rożek crossed the finish line first, almost a minute ahead of Wojciech Halejak and Mariusz Kozak from the JBG-2 Cryospace team.
“The season has finally begun! The race in Szklarska Poręba is an extremely demanding route, a long distance and fast-paced from the very start. After almost nine months’ break from racing, this year’s bike marathon was the first opportunity for me to check my physical shape, which makes me more than pleased with my first place. I would like to thank the guys from JBG2 for the fierce competition. Also, many thanks to the event organizers for their great management of the race,” said Rożek.
Despite some problems on the route, Michał Kucewicz also achieved a good result, completing the GIGA distance. Kucewicz took tenth place in the open classification and third in his age category.
“As for the beginning of the season, I must admit that it was tough in Szklarska. The route was very demanding, with not only many hard uphills, but also technical downhills, which gave me a hard time. The Giants’ Bicycle Range [Pasmo Rowerowe Olbrzymy] is a great option. I didn’t think I would like these singletracks so much. I had several problems on the route. Fortunately, nothing happened to me and the bike. Congratulations to Karol, who won on Saturday. I’m not surprised at all,” said Kucewicz.
Michał Ficek finished the marathon in 12th place in open classification and 8th in the elite category. Although he had hoped for a better outcome, he remains optimistic and determined.
“Regarding the positives of my cycling: I crossed the finish line in one piece and somehow finished in eighth place in the elite. I am still tired after last weekend, my legs are not strong enough, [and my] stomach [is] upset, but there is no point in getting into details. The most important matters: it is great to go to the race in a positive atmosphere, not worry about the service and buffet, and if you are in need, you can even borrow a bike. It is great to be part of the CST 7R MTB Team! Now, it is time to start training to be better prepared for the next races,” said Ficek.
Team member Oliwier Machura did well in the M1 category, taking fifth place.
After winning their season’s first competition, the members of CST 7R are focused on training and are optimistic about their upcoming races.
About CST Tires
CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.