Historic Victory for Aragonese Company Bikone in the Tour de France
For the first time in history, an Aragonese company has reached the podium in the Tour de France. Bikone, a Zaragoza-based company specializing in the manufacture of bottom bracket axles and bearings for bicycles, has managed to reach gold with the help of UAE Team Emirates.
Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) was crowned winner of the 2024 Tour de France on July 21, after 21 days in which the entire team has demonstrated a very high level of performance and sacrifice. With this triumph, Pogacar has made history: since 1998, no one had won the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France in the same year.
Exclusive Partnership with UAE Team Emirates
Bikone and UAE closed their agreement in December 2023, after the team showed their interest in the bearings of the Zaragoza-based company. Bikone has developed an exclusive bottom bracket axle for them, which meets the demanding needs of such high-level athletes. This axle is a masterpiece of engineering, reducing power loss with each pedal stroke, providing a smoother and more efficient pedaling for the rider.
Innovation and Excellence
Javier Salvador, Chief Business Development Officer of Bikone, said, "It is a real honour to have witnessed how our product has contributed to these historic achievements. Seeing Tadej and the UAE succeed using our axles is a source of pride and reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence."
Local Engineering and Manufacturing
Bikone is proud to have brought local engineering and manufacturing to the world cycling stage. This achievement highlights the quality of Spain’s talent and innovative capacity.
What is a Bottom Bracket?
The bottom bracket is an essential part of the bicycle that connects the pedals to the frame and allows them to turn. Its main function is to ensure that the pedals rotate smoothly to propel the bike forward. A good bottom bracket improves pedaling efficiency and smoothness, which optimizes the performance and durability of the bike.
About Bikone
Bikone is a company from Zaragoza that is part of Fersa Group, bearing experts since 1968. The spin-off started in the competitive world of cycling in 2018, focusing on the manufacture of sensorized bearings for electric bicycles. Since 2023, they have expanded their line of business by specializing in the manufacture of high-performance bottom brackets and bearings for racing and leisure bicycles. Committed to excellence and innovation, their products are designed to offer maximum performance and durability in the most demanding conditions. They collaborate with elite cycling teams to bring their advanced solutions to cyclists around the world.