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7mesh is introducing new hooded jackets, high-visibility options and a full Gore-Tex pant for cyclists. “Wet and snowy skies, trails and roads present a fantastic design and comfort challenge, so years of work and testing have gone into developing the Thunder Pant, 7mesh’s first-ever full-length waterproof pant,” said a statement. …

Busby 2.0 has been launched on iOS and Android. “Busby 2.0 builds upon what was already the leading safety app for cyclists and introduces new innovative safety features to a wider variety of activities,” said co-founder Kirk Ryan. “What’s more you are rewarded for using it. “My family are happy …

Canyon has released a range of new Grail models for the 2021 gravel season. The new bikes are now combined with the newest offerings from Shimano and SRAM, including Shimano’s one-by GRX gearing and a wide-range version of SRAM’s two-by Force eTap AXS groupset. The new Grail 7 1by features …

Roval has launched the Alpinist CL wheelset. “Mass is the enemy of performance, and the Alpinist CL is the lightest wheelset in its class,” said a statement. “Weight has been pared to the absolute minimum where it counts most, allowing your every watt to deliver incredible responsiveness without sacrificing any …

Silverfish UK has appointed Dawn Adams as sales manager. “We are really excited that Dawn is joining the Silverfish team,” said Silverfish UK general manager Matthew Osborne. “It’s been an interesting year for everyone but out of challenging circumstances Silverfish has emerged stronger and the business continues to grow. Adding …

BikeBiz caught up with managing director David Lane and newly-appointed national sales manager James Wellman

As we begin the new year, BikeBiz catches up with five UK distributors to gauge their progress throughout 2019. Today, we hear from Chris Giles, director, The Cycle Division

BikeBiz catches up with ‘the next generation’ of tyre sealant

As we begin the new year, BikeBiz catches up with five UK distributors to gauge their progress throughout 2019. Today, we hear from Mike Catlin, commercial director, Chicken CycleKit