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About Dachs Sport

Welcome to Dachs Sport, where road-cycling meets style and functionality. We’re passionate about crafting high-quality road-cycling accessories and clothing that make your rides smoother, lighter, and more enjoyable. We are keen road-cyclists ourselves, who participate and organise trips, so have the inside line on what is needed.

We are German company with all products stored and shipped from Germany. We pride ourselves in creating high-quality products, that our made for us, and to our specification. Our aim is to create products you can trust, built for purpose from hard-wearing, light-weight materials.

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Why We Started

As road-cycling enthusiasts from Potsdam, Germany, we’ve spent countless hours on the saddle. But we often found ourselves searching for gear that truly met our needs—products that combined style, durability, performance and functionality. Too often, we had to compromise.

That’s why we started Dachs Sport: to create cycling gear that road cyclists can rely on, whether you're climbing steep alpine passes or chasing personal bests on local routes. Our mission is to design lightweight, hard-wearing, and compact products that enhance your experience on every ride.

Where Our Name Comes From

Our name translates as Badger. Inspired by the tenacious animal native to Brandenburg’s forests and fields. Much like this resilient creature, we believe in determination, adaptability and getting to the finish line—values we carry into everything we design.

Dachs also pays homage to cycling legend Bernard Hinault, famously nicknamed “Le Blaireau” (The Badger). His fearless riding style and relentless spirit embody the kind of cyclist we aim to support with our products.

Commitment to Quality

At Dachs Sport, we don’t just make gear—we make gear we love to use ourselves. From early-morning spins to long-haul tours, we test every product in the real world to ensure it stands up to the demands of road cycling.

We aim to supply robust products, small in size, light to carry and with great functionality. All products are designed and tested with cyclist's needs in mind.

If you have any suggestions or comments, we would love to hear from you, and please contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DACHS a drop-shipping company?

No!

We are an old-school company, with all our products being made in advance for us. We receive, inspect, store, package and dispatch all DACHS products from our location in Potsdam, Germany. It makes our costs higher, but ensures you get a quality product that you know you can trust.

The exception is our Casual Wear collection, which are "Print on Demand" items, made to order by a German t-shirt printing company partner. We did the designs and process the orders, they print them onto the desired size and colour, then ship the items directly to you.

Are DACHS products good quality?

Yes - Absolutely!

Quality is at the core of everything we do. Our products are designed with durability, performance, and practicality in mind.

We work with manufacturers to use premium materials and optimise designs, to balance lightweight design with long-lasting resilience, and provide products that meet the demands of the road-cycling community.

We rigorously test each item to ensure it meets the demands of real-world cycling. so whether you're tackling an epic climb or riding to your local café, you can count on DACHS gear.

Are DACHS products made in Germany?

Currently, no...

Sadly, as a start-up we order much smaller quantities than established companies. The cost of production for these order quantities is too high for German manufacturers.

However, we are actively working towards bringing production closer to home in the future, as we grow and order larger quantities.

Are DACHS products only for road-cycling?

No! Our products are optimised for road-cycling, because we love road-cycling. However, being small, lightweight and robust, they are also great for all types of cycling, including gravel, touring, commuting, MTB and eBikes. Many of our accessories and apparel pieces are versatile, enhancing your riding experience no matter what type of cycling you enjoy.

Do DACHS products have warranties?

Yes! We stand behind the quality of our products. If you experience any issues due to a manufacturing defect, please contact us, and we’ll work with you to find a solution.

Can DACHS products be returned?

Yes! You can return any DACHS product for a full refund within two weeks of receiving it. Simply initiate a return via customer portal, then send it back to us and we’ll process your refund.

Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Do DACHS ship internationally?

Yes! At the moment, we primarily sell within Germany, but we can ship within the EU for a fixed fee, or outside the EU on request (shipping fees will need to be calculated.)

If you’re interested in ordering from outside the EU, please contact us, and we’ll get a tailored quote to you.

Can I see DACHS products in stores?

Yes - in Potsdam! You can find our accessories at raddoc bike shop in Potsdam: raddoc Website / raddoc Location

We’re thrilled to have our products in a local store where cyclists can see and feel the quality for themselves.

We are also working on expanding into more stores soon, so stay tuned for updates!

What's in the DACHS Newsletter?

The DACHS newsletter is a monthly email we send out (in either English or German). It contains teasers about upcoming products, exclusive offers and news about what's going behind the scenes, including ideas we are developing, teams and clubs we are supporting, plus events and shows we are attending.

Who writes the DACHS Blog?

We have a small team of passionate road-cycling enthusiasts from around the world who write our blog articles, each writing one per month. The content is then translated, formatted, and uploaded by our team with a new article every Thursday.

And we are always looking to grow! If you love cycling and want to try writing about it, please reach out to us.

The Road-Cyclist's Handbook is completely written and illustrated by our team in-house, ensuring that every piece of content reflects our real-world experience and love for the sport.

Do DACHS sponsor clubs, events or athletes?

Yes - definitely! Giving back and supporting the cycling community is important to us.

We sponsor all forms of causes: rides, races, adventures, athletes, clubs and teams. We tailor the support based on needs. If you have a cause that you think we can help with, please let us know!