Category 1 stands for the use of bicycles and their components on paved roads. The wheels always remain in contact with the ground.
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CATEGORY 2: USE ON AND OFF ROAD AND STEPS UP TO 15 CM
Category 2 stands for the use of bicycles and their components under the conditions of category 1 and on gravel roads and moderate trails. The wheels may lose contact with the
ground. Steps can reach a maximum height of 15 cm.
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CATEGORY 3: USE IN ROUGH TERRAIN AND JUMPS UP TO 61 CM
Category 3 stands for the use of bicycles and their components under the conditions of category 1 and 2 as well as on rough trails, rough and unpaved terrain, which requires
advanced riding technique. Jumps and drops reach a maximum height of 61 cm.
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CATEGORY 4: USE IN ROUGH TERRAIN AND JUMPS UP TO 122 CM
Category 4 includes the use of bikes and their components under the conditions of categories 1, 2 and 3 as well as in very rough and partially blocked terrain with steeper sections
and higher speeds. Regular, moderate jumps pose no problem for experienced riders when using these bikes. Extended and regular use in bike parks and when tackling "North
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Shore" sections should be avoided. Due to increased stresses, these bikes should be checked for damage after every ride. Full suspension bikes with mid-level travel are typical in