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A dynamic team improving the world of cycling

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Our story

A journey to success

The beginning

From cars to bikes

Founded in 2019 by former automotive engineers, Mathias Plouvier and Dr. Roëll van Druten, the company orignated from Roëll's frustration with the inefficiency of the front derailleur in cycling.

The mission

The front derailleur

Classified's journey involved eliminating the front derailleur and introducing the Powershift hub to revolutionize gear shifting. the goal was to offer a more reliable and efficient shifting experience while retaining the control and functionality for an optimal ride.

Winning awards

Industry recognition

Powershifts enhancements and improvements to traditional bicycle drivetrains have earned recognition and awards for groundbreaking innovation.

Building trust

Ex-pro's embracing Powershift technology

Tom Boonen - an ambassador and investor commented that Classified “Is the first leap forward in drivetrain technology for decades”.

Launching commercially

Enhancing the riding experience

Since commencing production and sales in 2021, Classified has consistently achieved numerous milestones, redefining the market and proving that innovation can significantly enhance the rider experience

Pushing the limits

Classified Factory team

Testing Classified technology in a competitive environment is a key part of our R&D strategy. Since launch the Factory team we've achieved a host of successes.

Supporting all cyclists

Road, Gravel, MTB and Urban

The Classified technology is opened out to all types of cycling. From road, gravel, MTB and urban, Powershift transforms the cycling experience.

The future

Taking Classified to the next level

The next 18 months mark a momentous time for Classified. With powering World Tour teams, exciting partnerships and a flood of product developments, we're only getting started.

 

Classified team

A team of innovators

  • CEO

    Mathias Plouvier

  • CTO

    Roëll Van Druten

  • CFO

    Gavin Celen

  • Procurement & Industrialisation Director

    Nele Van Meulder

  • Head of Sales

    Koen van der Weert

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Bike Radar

Jack Evans

It’s so quick it takes you by surprise, with none of the delay of even the very best front mechs.

Cyclist Magazine

James Spender

I don't really get how these guys have done it, but what I do know now is that I'm totally convinced that this is a better system than a traditional front derailleur.

Ex-professional

Tom Boonen

This is the first leap forward in drivetrain technology for decades.

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