The Road Assistance project represents more than a mobile workshop, it's a carefully curated journey that brings together exceptional craftsmanship, precision engineering, and cycling culture across Europe.

This year, Polymer Workshop embarked on an ambitious route through central Europe, partnering with industry leaders to create an unparalleled experience for the cycling community we encountered along the way.

Campagnolo

Our tour bikes were equipped with Campagnolo Super Record 13, embodying over 85 years of Italian heritage and innovation. This legendary drivetrain system showcases the pinnacle of mechanical precision and performance, reflecting Campagnolo's commitment to excellence in every component. Their partnership brought authentic pedigree to our journey, enabling us to demonstrate the artistry of Italian cycling craftsmanship at every stop aswell as supporting our own explorations along the way.

PB Swiss Tools

To deliver professional-grade mechanical support on the road, we partnered with PB Swiss Tools providing the benchmark for precision tooling. Together, we curated the ultimate toolkit from their comprehensive catalog, ensuring every tool met their legendary standards of accuracy and durability. This complete toolset traveled with us throughout the entire trip, providing world-class service to any bicycle in need, regardless of make or model.

SYSTUM

The mobile setup was completed with a collapsible roof tent from local outdoor specialists SYSTUM. This ingenious addition transformed our van into a fully self-sufficient basecamp, maximizing the flexibility and freedom while navigating the diverse landscapes of Europe. The roof tent allowed us to stay agile, setting up wherever the road and cycling community took us.

Between July 11th and August 12th, we traveled over 7,000 kilometers across nine countries—chasing the Tour de France, climbing legendary passes, and connecting with friends and partners along the way.

Chapter One : Rolling South

The van departed Copenhagen fully loaded, the route mapped out ahead. Our first stop was Dresden, where we connected with R2 Bikes. The workshop opened its doors, and after meaningful exchanges with the team, we rode together through the city, peaking at the Neurathen Castle overlooking the Elbe River just outside of Dresden.

Next, we headed to Gießen, where Delta Bikes hosted an in-depth presentation for riders interested in the technical details behind Polymer Workshop and insights towards our approach to product development and design process, before heading over the the Delta Bikes shop to gather the local riders for en evening around the outskirts of Gießen.

Chapter Two : Swiss Precision

Crossing into Switzerland, we arrived at PB Swiss Tools in Wasen and Sumiswald - two sites where the entire production process unfolds under one roof. This family-owned company has maintained its Swiss manufacturing sites for generations, ensuring every tool meets exacting standards of precision and durability. Walking through their facilities, we witnessed the complete journey from raw material to finished product: steel bars transformed through countless machining processes, each step calibrated to tolerances measured in microns.

Seeing their master craftsmen operate CNC machines alongside traditional tooling methods reinforced our value as partners: they understand that precision, reliability, and longevity aren't marketing terms, but fundamental requirements for anyone serious about their craft.

Having tools you can trust, ready for the unexpected, is an underestimated essential for any bike enthusiast.

Chapter Three : Into the Alps

From the quiet valleys of Sumiswald, we crossed into France and entered the majestic Alps. Our goal was to witness the Tour de France on the iconic Mont Ventoux during Stage 16. Rather than taking the direct route south, we chose a scenic detour through the Alps, stopping in Grenoble to spend a full day immersing ourselves in our first encounters with steep alpine ascents.

The next morning, we set our focus on reaching Bédoin to prepare for the big day. Upon arriving in the small town, the excitement was already high and the streets were packed with campervans and anticipation hung in the air. As expected, the climb itself was alive with fans, banners, and noise, a carnival atmosphere wrapped around one of cycling's most famous mountains. Being there with Road Assistance in the middle of it all was something special, and it gave us the urge to catch the Tour for one more stage...

We found ourselves re-entering Grenoble as we made our way to the second Tour stage on the legendary Col de la Loze. Knowing this would be Stage 19 and one of the final mountain stages of the Tour, we wanted to fully experience the mountain and its surroundings. We positioned ourselves approximately 5 kilometers from the summit, setting up camp with the van in a spot that would become our basecamp for the next 48 hours.

The day before the stage, we completed a full loop around the climb, familiarizing ourselves with the terrain and soaking in the anticipation building in the valley below. We spent the night on the mountain at altitude, the van providing shelter as temperatures dropped and the crowds slowly dispersed.

As the stage unfolded, the atmosphere was electric—the climb is brutally steep, with gradients pushing well beyond 20% in sections, and watching the world's best cyclists tackle it while surrounded by thousands of passionate fans was unforgettable. The energy of riders, spectators, and mountains all converging made it one of the most powerful days of the trip.

Chapter Four : Italian Heritage

From there, the road carried us into Italy. Our journey to Bassano del Grappa took us through Cuneo, where we made an stop to check-in with Officine Mattio for an mid-day spin in the local climbs.

Continuing on to Bassano del Grappa, where we met with Campagnolo and local friends for a weekend around Bassano Club House, exploring the valleys and connecting with the roots of Italian cycling culture. Sharing those kilometers together captured exactly what Road Assistance is about: community, craft, and the joy of the ride.

The following day, we hosted an open ride in collaboration with Bassano Club House and Campagnolo, bringing together local riders and cycling enthusiasts for a memorable journey through the surrounding valleys. The route took us along the beautiful local roads that wind through the region, eventually climbing halfway up the legendary Monte Grappa. Our destination wasn't just about the ride itself - we positioned ourselves on the mountainside to witness and cheer on the next generation of cyclists competing in the prestigious junior road race up this iconic climb...

Chapter Five : Alpine Goodbyes & Homecoming

The final week led us north again, weaving through Austria and Switzerland, with two essential stops that brought the journey full circle.

In Mellau, Austria, we were welcomed by Natter Sport in collaboration with Fingercrossed. The alpine hospitality was genuine and warm—stories were shared late into the night, local riders gathered around the van with curiosity, and we spent time exploring the beautiful surrounding roads together. This stop embodied the community spirit that Road Assistance was built upon, connecting riders and brands who share a passion for cycling culture and craftsmanship.

Continuing into Switzerland, our last key stop was Mellingen, where we visited Leon Bikes and reconnected with friends and partners who have been part of Road Assistance since the beginning. These final gatherings carried a sense of closure and gratitude as we reflected on the journey that had brought us through nine countries and countless memorable encounters.

From there, we made our way back north through Germany, the van now carrying weeks of stories, tools that had served dozens of bicycles, and the satisfaction of a journey well executed.

On August 12th, we arrived back in Copenhagen — four weeks later, the circle complete. Together with Campagnolo and PB Swiss Tools, we carried this project across borders, building connections one stop at a time.

Thank you to everyone who welcomed us along the way — in shops, at roadside cafés, in alpine towns, and on climbs where the air grew thin.

Your openness and passion are what keep Road Assistance alive.