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The new LYFE e-bike is now live on the Upgrade and KinesisUK sites. “LYFE keeps it breezy with a relaxed riding position and ergonomically designed contact points,” said a statement. “Hop on and enjoy a comfortable ride that allows you to take in the world as you navigate the streets …

Pirelli has launched the new SmarTUBE inner tubes. In the custom version for tubular tyres, the SmarTUBE was the subject of a development project which required several months of engineering to match the inner tube to the handmade structure of the P Zero Race Tub SL. The clincher version incorporates …

Islabikes and Ludlow 21 Sustainable Transport Group have launched a cargo bike delivery trial to lower Ludlow’s carbon footprint. The initial eighth month trial period is free to local businesses wanting to deliver small goods around town. Matt Baynham, head of sustainability at Islabikes, said: “With more home deliveries than …

Hotlines has added USWE to its portfolio. USWE, pronounced “you-swii”, makes bounce free action backpacks and recently launched two new running vests. “The Pace 2 and 8 are a completely new development for our running vests,” said Karl-Johan Engdahl, USWE founder. “These are lighter, improved size range, more ergonomic, and …

BikeTrax for Yamaha is now available at all BikeTrax dealers and in the PowUnity online store. BikeTrax for Yamaha engines can be retrofitted directly by end customers. With the help of the enclosed step-by-step instructions, the GPS tracker installed is ‘invisible’ to thieves from the outside. The BikeTrax theft protection …

BikeBiz catches up with Kirsty Woodcock, head of marketing, Specialized UK, winner of Bike Brand of the Year at the 2020 BikeBiz Awards

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By Jamie Milroy, co-founder and CEO at Dash Rides

Rebecca Morley catches up with Steven May, UK country manager at  JDM Products, on Knaap Bikes’ Innovation from a Newcomer win at last year’s BikeBiz Awards