Taipei – The prestigious TAIPEI CYCLE d&i Awards 2025 have unveiled their winners, spotlighting 51 groundbreaking designs that are reshaping the global cycling industry. From ultra-efficient folding bikes to sustainable packaging solutions, this year’s awards highlight remarkable advancements in performance, sustainability, and user-centric design.
Gold Award Winners: Redefining Cycling Standards
Five exceptional products received top honors for their innovative engineering and design excellence:
- Hapet Folding Bike (Taiwan/China)
- Triple-folding mechanism allows collapse in just 3 seconds
- Features a patented “gun-latch quick-lock” system
- Praised for its lightweight build (9.8kg) and ride quality
Why it won: The fastest, smallest folding bike on the market, with a 3-second triple-fold mechanism. Its “gun-latch quick-lock” ensures rock-solid stability, while the “umbrella-type linkage” makes folding effortless.
Jury’s take: “Rides like a dream for a compact bike—lightweight yet built to last.”
- Schwalbe Clik Valve (Germany)
- Revolutionizes tire inflation with one-click operation
- Solves century-old valve design challenges
- Expected to become the new industry standard
Why it won: This game-changing valve solves a 100-year-old problem—tire inflation is now one-click easy. Designed for accessibility, it’s set to become the new industry standard.
Jury’s take: “A brilliant engineering feat—small tweak, huge impact.”
- KMC SuperDURO Chain (Taiwan)
- 1350 kgf strength without added weight
- 30% more durable than standard chains
- Half-link design ensures universal bike compatibility
Why it won: Built for BMX and cargo bikes, this ultra-strong chain delivers 30% more durability without extra weight. Its half-link design fits any bike.
Jury’s take: “Exactly what heavy-duty riders need—tough, affordable, and cleverly designed.”
- CeramicSpeed ADR & Alpha Disc (Denmark)
- Frictionless bearing protection system
- Integrated with OSPW System for peak drivetrain performance
- Prevents debris intrusion while maintaining efficiency
Why it won: Zero-friction bearing tech keeps debris out and performance high. Integrated into CeramicSpeed’s high-end OSPW System for pro-level efficiency.
Jury’s take: “The gold standard in drivetrain innovation—sleek, stable, and ultra-efficient.”
- T-COM CYCLE eBike (Taiwan)
- Sleek urban commuter with hidden frame battery
- Unisex design with ergonomic geometry
- Features 29-inch tires and integrated LED lighting
Why it won: A stylish, lightweight e-bike with ergonomic geometry, disc brakes, and 29-inch tires for city commuting. The sleek frame battery blends power with aesthetics.
Jury’s take: “Perfectly balanced—functional, elegant, and whisper-quiet.”
Sustainability and Startup Excellence
The awards also recognized pioneering solutions in eco-innovation and micro-mobility:
Green Prize Winner: YFY Jupiter’s Sustainable Bicycle Packaging (Taiwan)
- 100% recyclable paper alternative to plastic packaging
- Reduces environmental impact throughout supply chains
Why it won: 100% recyclable paper packaging that’s durable, cost-efficient, and customizable—setting a new eco-standard for the industry.
Startup Prize Winner: REVOLTZ PORTO Cargo e-scooter (Israel)
- Tilting trike design optimizes last-mile delivery
- Modular cargo system with exceptional weight distribution
Why it won: A modular, tilting e-trike designed for last-mile delivery, maximizing cargo space while staying compact and stable.
Industry Trends Revealed
The 2025 entries reflect three key market shifts:
- Lightweighting: Advanced materials reducing bike weights
- Urban Mobility: Solutions for city commuting challenges
- Circular Economy: Sustainable production and packaging
For the complete winners’ list:
🔗 TAIPEI CYCLE d&i Awards 2025
