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We’re almost halfway through 2023 and the bike trade has suffered a turbulent start to the year. As we emerged from the turmoil of the Covid pandemic, and the associated booms and shortages, the appetite for cycling among consumers rapidly began to tail off. With consumer spending stretched to its …

Muc-Off, the bicycle care and performance brand, has announced its partnership with Bikebook, a platform that helps riders find, compare, and book their nearest bike shop or mobile mechanic. The partnership aims to offer riders an easily accessible way of finding reliable bike care services. With more than 900 locations …

This piece first appeared in the May edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here 1. Brand: Ridgeback Product: Scoot Distributor: Sportline Description: Using a balance bike is the ideal way to help kids understand how to stay upright without needing stabilisers. The Ridgeback Scoot is built around …

Andre Bachmann has joined the management team of Sigma-Elektro GmbH. In his new position as managing director, he will be responsible for sales and marketing as well as commercial issues. Following his appointment, Bachmann said: “Sigma is well known for most cycling enthusiasts and so it is for me. I …

Reynolds Cycling has introduced a new range of wheels, the 307 and 309 Gravity collection. Available in both 29 and 27.5” versions, the wheels are described by the brand as “the absolute fastest wheel solutions available for DH and Enduro but also lead the industry in terms of impact resistance …

Foremost is expanding into the cycling industry. With ambitious plans to bring nationwide IBD marketing strategies into the 21st century, CEO Paul Hedges outlines his intentions for 2019 and beyond

Richard Bowker, Criterium Cycles, puts it down to three fundamentals

Jerry and Shelley Lawson, Frog Bike co-founders, reflect on working in a growing sector, research and development, and supporting the less able

Red Cloud’s Mark Almond has his say on the complex world of industry marketing