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Microadventure: Your Bike Adventure Right Outside Your Door

01.08.2025 |Insights

Just get on your bike and go: Between meetings and to-do lists, sometimes all you need is a breath of fresh air. That’s exactly what microadventures by bike are for – small escapes right outside your front door, with no need for big plans. Whether it’s a short cycling getaway, a weekend ride or a spontaneous trip after work: here you’ll find inspiration to switch off, recharge and get moving. You don’t need a faraway destination to experience something special – sometimes all it takes is a free afternoon, the right bike and the will to just ride. SIMPLON shows how everyday moments can turn into true escapes.

What is a microadventure – and why might a small escape be just what you need?

A microadventure isn’t a major undertaking – it’s a small escape woven into everyday life. No long car journeys, no detailed planning, no excuses. It starts right outside your front door. All you need is a bike, a bit of time and the desire to discover something new. Whether it’s chasing the sunset on a road bike or heading into the countryside on a whim with a trekking bike – microadventures help clear your head. No pressure to perform, no destination to tick off. Just you, your bike and the moment. Sound good? Then off you go.

© Dario Fink

What kind of small adventures can you start by bike, right outside your front door?

Small adventures come in many forms – and they often begin right outside your door.
No need to book anything, plan a route or ask for permission. Just glance at the map, pick a direction – or simply ride off towards your favourite bakery. Detours are part of the fun. For some, it’s the first ride in years. For others, it’s a 100-kilometre loop before breakfast. Microadventures adapt to you – not the other way round. The main thing? Escaping everyday life and being in the moment.

  • The relaxed, feel-good ride
    Start your day with the CHENOA :eLow, cruising quietly along peaceful cycle paths. Stop off at your favourite bakery and enjoy your coffee surrounded by greenery. Perfect for anyone who prefers a calmer pace but still wants to cover ground. Asphalt, gravel or city parks – everything feels just a bit further away than it really is.
  • The quick after-work escape
    The GRID is your go-to when the working day ends. Maybe you’ll ride to the lake, maybe just follow the sunset. No traffic, no pressure – just you, the breeze and that instant sense of freedom. These short rides often leave the biggest impact.
  • The weekend classic
    Pack your pannier, grab some snacks and explore new paths with the SENGO :e. Forests, fields, gravel tracks – whatever you find. What matters is getting out, feeling free. Maybe you’ll even sleep under the stars. Or maybe not. This isn’t about goals – it’s about the experience.
  • The trail ride for adrenaline lovers
    The RAPCON :ePinion brings the terrain to life just beyond the town limits. Roots, loose descents, steep climbs – no more dreaming, just doing. This microadventure is intense, fast and wild – and still closer than you think. Perfect for those who like to feel the pulse and the freedom.
  • The stylish endurance ride
    Craving distance and speed? Grab the PRIDE or KIARO and get going. 50, 80 or 120 kilometres – the ride itself is the reward. Maybe it’s your usual route, maybe it’s completely new. What counts is the buzz in your legs and the grin that follows.

Microadventures don’t need a permit. No training plan, no hotel. Just the urge to ride – and a bike that fits. Whether you like to cruise quietly or push your limits: SIMPLON has the right companion for your next little escape.

What makes a microadventure different from a regular bike ride?

A bike ride is often carefully planned – with a set route, scheduled breaks, maybe even a packing list. A microadventure is different: it begins the moment you hop on your bike. No plan, no stress, no endless scrolling for the “perfect route”. You don’t need much – just your bike, a bit of time and the desire to simply ride.

Maybe it’s your daily commute that takes a new turn today. A little detour through the park, a stretch along the river or a quiet backstreet instead of the usual traffic. Suddenly, the everyday feels like a short escape on two wheels. Or maybe you just head out earlier than usual. The city is still, the sky starts to glow, the air is crisp. For a brief moment, the day is all yours – before it even begins.

A microadventure doesn’t need a set route or a special reason. It can be spontaneous, simple and light. No pressure, no expectations, no overthinking. The freedom lies in its simplicity – and more often than not, it’s waiting right outside your door.

© Dario Fink

Which bike is right for your personal microadventure?

Microadventures are as varied as the paths they follow. But they all have one thing in common: they pull you out of your daily routine – and give you that sense of freedom back. To make that happen, you need the right bike. Not just any bike, but one that suits you and your own style of adventure.

  • Roll off quietly, clear your head:
    If comfort, calm and efficiency matter to you, the CHENOA :eHigh is your perfect match. Ideal for relaxed outings, everyday rides with extra distance or that scenic detour to work that feels like a mini holiday.
  • After-work freedom on any terrain:
    The GRID :eLight is made for the spontaneous. City streets in the morning, gravel paths in the evening – this E-gravel bike is light, agile and versatile. Just right for those who like to decide the route while riding.
  • Straight into the wild:
    The RAZORBLADE is for anyone who craves gravel, roots and elevation. With this bike, your microadventure quickly turns into a trail experience – right outside your door and far beyond it.
  • Distance, speed, lightness:
    The PAVO is built for those who love a challenge. Whether it’s your familiar home loop or a brand-new route – this road bike is all about efficiency, performance and that satisfying feeling of pushing your limits.

Didn’t spot your perfect bike here? Then it’s worth taking a look at our full bike overview – you’re sure to find the model that fits your next little escape. Because sometimes, you don’t need much at all – just a bike, a free moment and the decision to ride.
Your freedom starts right outside your door.

Svenja B.
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