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Vienna (pte008/05.04.2013/10:37) - Over 100,000 people are expected at the Bike Festival in front of Vienna's city hall (Rathaus) this weekend.
From cleaning-stations and a free technical check-up for your bike at the "Radio Wien" stand, casual and advanced riders alike will find over 100 exhibitors at the festival location in front of Vienna's iconic city hall.
Getting up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies will ensure bikes are in an optimal condition ready for the summer season.
Organiser Martin Friedl said battery powered bikes (e-bikes) were one of the popular products for this 14th edition of the festival. Some 50 models are available to test during the festival and experts will offer their professional advice.
Friedl said: "This year, we have even more exhibitors offering e-bikes. These bikes haven't reached their full technical potential yet. The performance of engines and batteries are constantly improving."
According to organisers, urban biking fashion is a popular theme this year. Martin Friedl said: "There are accessories and clothing which are developed for cycling but don't look like classic cycling equipment. It's an urban trend."
A big bicycle flea-market will also be the opportunity for bike-enthusiasts to dig for missing parts, to sell or purchase cheap bikes or just admire older and more valuable classic bikes. Last year, over 600 bikes changed hands during the two-day event.
A dirt track between the Burgtheater and the city hall will see 70 of the world's top dirt-riders from 18 countries compete for the title of "Vienna Air King" - and 10.000 Euros prize money.
The ramps and dirt bumps are more spectacular than ever. Organiser Friedl said: "The starting ramp is more impressive than last year and is now eight metres high."
Other events during the festival include a discussion about historical bicycles and a "bike-disco".
The bike parade around the Viennese Ring is said to be one of the highlights of the weekend, with several thousand people cycling under the motto: "Kids and Family".
The stands are open Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th between 9am and 6pm. Entry is free.
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