Stromer and BizBike brands among VAB Bike of the Year 2026 shortlist
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The LEVA-EU members’ models were shortlisted out of 45 bicycles for the 12th edition of the annual competition, which helps users choose a new bicycle. Stromer was chosen as the winning model in the speed pedelec category.
VAB is a mobility organisation in Belgium that holds an annual Bike of the Year competition, with judging conducted by journalists, industry experts, and consumers.
Firstly, the bikes’ technical specifications are mapped out, then they are taken for test rides, where they are extensively judged on riding feel, motor assistance, comfort, safety, and budget.
For the 2026 edition, entries were split into the following four categories: E-bike economy, E-bike premium, E-bike longtail, and Speed pedelec.
Stromer comes out on top in the speed pedelec category
The Stromer ST7 was the winner in the speed pedelec category, with the jury report describing this victory as confirmation of its expertise, with a seamless finish, top-notch connectivity, and advanced technology which makes the model the cream of the crop.
Stromer added that its Pinion shifting system was also praised by the jury for its outstanding smoothness and precision.
About the win, the brand stated that the recognition by VAB empowers its commitment to innovating high-end speed pedelecs for encouraging people to adopt smarter, healthier and sustainable commuting.


Bizbike brands chosen as runner-ups
Beaufort and Veloci, which are both brands of LEVA-EU member Bizbike, were listed as runner-ups.
In the E-bike economy category, the Veloci Solid Plus was awarded second place, followed by the Beaufort Bandit in third place.
Veloci also made an appearance in the E-bike longtail category, with the Veloci Longtail making second place.



