The Big Picture | Design & Innovation Award 2015 – Preview
13.11.2014
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As mist rolled over the flanks of a mountain high above the quiet South Tyrolean town of Latsch, a castle stood resolute, hanging precipitously over the void. Inside, something strange and amazing was happening; artificial light blazed from within the stone windows and cutting-edge bikes lined the ancient battlements, presenting a colourful contrast against the crumbling stone. A Golden Eagle circled high above, its keen eyes disturbed by the train of riders shredding in unison down a tough rocky trail. For 10 exciting days, this historical venue was to discover a new role, playing host to the Design & Innovation Award 2015: the most important award of the bicycle world.
The remote castle’s thick, 800 year-old stone walls echoed with speculation, scrutiny then understanding, as the expert jury and editorial team assessed each product in turn. Featuring the most exciting products of 2015 from over 100 brands, many still unreleased onto the market, the winners of the prestigious award will be announced in January.
We would like to show you many more of the exciting products we tested in the South Tyrolean Alps, but since some submitted products still haven’t been presented officially, we are unable to publish more information. In the meantime, stay tuned for the Design & Innovation Award Breakout Sessions, a series of articles analyzing, discussing and challenging current and future trends.
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