Tout Terrain x Hope Technology: A New Partnership for the Road Ahead

We're happy to share some news: Tout Terrain is expanding its collaboration with Hope Technology, the UK-based component maker known for its precision-machined parts. The two brands actually go back a long way, Hope brakes were on the very first Tout Terrain bike shown at Eurobike back in 2005, though gravel riding is what's really bringing the two companies together now.

As a first step, the Ceres GT Select 6.5 will roll out with Hope's RX40 wheelset starting next month, and more Hope components are on the way for custom and Select builds.

We sat down with Tout Terrain founder Oliver Romer and Hope's European Sales Manager Robin Warne to talk about what the partnership means for riders. Oliver pointed out that gravel bikes have helped close a gap between the two brands, since Hope was historically more mountain-bike focused. He also highlighted Hope's wide range of specs and colors, which lets Tout Terrain tailor builds more closely to each rider's needs.

Robin echoed that sentiment, noting that both companies share a focus on serviceable, low-maintenance products built to last, something he sees as good for both riders and the environment. He recommends Hope's bearing-based parts, like wheelsets, headsets, and bottom brackets, as especially well-suited to adventure riding since they hold up well over many miles and are easy to service on the road.

Looking ahead, Tout Terrain plans to fold Hope's cranksets, chainrings, and bottom brackets into its custom build program starting in July 2026.

Can you talk a bit about the expanded partnership with Hope? What led to this decision?

Oliver: Hope played a role in the early days of Tout Terrain. Fun fact: the very first bike we showed at Eurobike in 2005 featured a Hope brake system. With Hope being very mountain-bike-focused in the early 2000s, the brands had very little overlap. Gravel bikes help close the gap. In a way, we are going a bit back to our roots, where we, as a custom bike factory (In German there is a specific term: “Manufaktur”), use premium, high-end—not mass-market—components to elevate the cycling experience. 

What does the new partnership between Hope and Tout Terrain mean to you, Robin?

Robin: The partnership will hopefully consolidate both companies' positions as high-end brands with reputations for reliable, serviceable products. On a personal level, I have a lot of respect for Oliver and his company because we have both lived through a few changes in the industry and adapted successfully. 

Oliver, what values and qualities do you expect Hope to bring to Tout Terrain bikes?

Oliver: Hope stands out from the bike industry as very few brands do. They design and build high-quality products, with a wide variation of each part in terms of specs and/or color. That allows us to tailor the products more to our riders' needs.

What aspects of the Tout Terrain brand and product line make you excited to work together?

Robin: Simplicity seems to be a common theme, which I identify with as a cyclist—but also the little touches and customization (particularly with paint), which suits us and our approach to products. I think our customers think similarly and want to create something special to them.

What key alignments do you see between the two brands' values?

Robin: I think the emphasis on 'low maintenance' products and also the importance attached to sustainability. Regardless of what else you do, you contribute to sustainability just by creating reliable, high-quality products with longer life cycles and better serviceability. It's better for the environment as well as our customers' wallets! This is something we've been saying for years, and I think it's very much in line with Tout Terrain's approach.

What benefits does this new partnership provide for Tout Terrain customers?

Oliver: It allows for more individual style while also providing high-quality components for their bicycles – for a longer and trouble-free riding experience. Exclusivity is also something customers are looking for, and something we can offer better than if we were exclusively offering mass-produced products.

What are a few Hope products that you're excited to be able to offer?

Oliver: We will start this slowly, offering in the beginning wheelsets, cranksets, and bottom brackets—for now in just one color. In the future, once we are settled in, we are looking to expand that offering.

Which Hope products would you recommend for someone planning their next adventure bike?

Robin : We can cover most areas on the bike, but I would say for adventure bikes, anything we make with bearings is particularly suitable—wheelsets, headsets, bottom brackets—all of which can be easily serviced and will provide many kilometers of smooth, stress-free performance.

Can you tell us how Hope products will be integrated into the Ceres Select models? And into future custom builds?

Oliver : The Ceres GT Select 6.5 will be updated with the new Hope RX40 wheelset. Starting July 2026, we will integrate this wheelset as well as the cranksets, chainrings, and bottom brackets into our custom build program.