COMMENT: No more lycra? Cycling apparel is changing...
Bike shop merchandising guru Mercedes Ross has some tough lessons designed to boost bike shop profit...
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COMMENT: Despite the downturn, the bike trade is as busy as ever
It's not all roses, but creating launches at a time like this is a sign of a confident industry
Comment: What do I have to do to get a trade account around here?
BikeBiz mulls over whether or not suppliers should exclusively serve traditional channels, or whether times are changing...
Comment: When is a product super, not superfluous?
Why has this BikeBiz staffer changed his tune over electric bikes and one in particular?
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Comment: Are distribution models changing?
Analysis of how brands like Mavic, Kona, Velocite, Forme, Altura and Madison are moving with the times
Comment: How do we jump start the e-bike movement?
Does the UK have the kind of customers found in mainland Europe? Do Brits buy because they 'have to', not because they want to?
Comment: Are you a busy fool?
Margin is important, NET margin more so. What lengths will you go to to boost turnover and is it worth it in the long run?
Comment: Will Boris Bikes price hike benefit cycle retail in London?
Such a dramatic increase to the cost of cycle hire in the city will surely be the tipping point for many in search of cheaper travel?
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Cycling will ride out the Lance Armstrong scandal
COMMENT: Fans of cycling have been led on a merry dance these past few months...
Comment: Reasons why it's not always all about the big fish...
Cycle Show were understandably pleased to see the likes of Trek, Raleigh and Specialized exhibit, but it's the hidden gems we searched for...
Is green coming back in fashion for the cycle trade?
COMMENT: Are we jumping the gun or is the industry looking to become more ecologically sound?
Moore's Cycles: 'We won't advertise in Richmond while Nye is editor'
Independent store to pull advertising support after editor pens pro-hate column against cyclists
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Comment: Incentives to bring cycling to work to the masses?
Closed car parks lead to mini sustainable transport revolution, with surprisingly few complaints
When cycling becomes mainstream: X Factor, Strictly and GTA V
COMMENT: A look back at some of the odd cycle-based news fare from this week
Comment: Should independents worry about outdoor multiples?
Decathlon has a strong reputation in mainland Europe and its growing in the UK, as is Go Outdoors - both sell and repair bikes
Comment: There's no such thing as a free lunch
Carlton Reid gets his cones adjusted. Two minutes later, and $14 lighter, he’s a happy bunny. Why?
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Powacycle: "The way people use e-bikes in the UK is different..."
Managing director Wazz Mughal is up front about the limitations of the market, but believes it will grow
Phil Liggett: 'Mountain Biking and BMX have no place in Olympics'
Renowned cycling commentator angered by slimmed track schedule making way for new cycling events
COMMENT: Big cities have got the bike hire bug
The cycle hire scheme movement is rolling out to ever more cities (and train stations)...
Comment: I've got a story to tell...
So gather round and allow me to explain why leaving a lasting impression can guarantee custom for life.
