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Norco Bicycles has launched a new brand identity for the first time in the Canadian company’s 57-year history. The rebrand encompasses an updated visual identity, logo marks, corporate colours and tone of voice that ‘reflects Norco’s position in today’s marketplace’. “Norco has evolved so much over the years, but three …

Restrap has announced the upcoming release of its new Bar Pack, set to be launched on 26th March. Designed to fit between its 14-litre Bar Bag and its 1.5-litre Canister Bag, the new Bar Pack is ten litres in capacity. It will be available in two colours: classic black and …

Bristol Cycling Campaign has published a report proposing that Bristol City Council should install 1,000 bike hangars by May 2024. Bike hangars are lockable steel pods for up to six bikes and provide secure, on-street bike parking for people who don’t have any outside space to store a bike at …

Chamois Butt’r Coconut is now available in the UK. Made with certified organic coconut oil and shea butter, this is the ‘perfect chamois for sensitive skin’ as it contains no parabens, phthalates, gluten or artificial fragrances. The product has been receiving ‘fantastic’ reviews in the US since its launch, said …

Madison and Sportline have announced the line-up of seminars for the online digiBike* trade show. The show is taking place from 29th March to 1st April, and Madison has prepared an engaging line-up to be enjoyed digitally over the course of the four-day event. There is a mix of important …

Schwalbe recently launched a volunteer programme to assist retailers experiencing a surge in business – particularly with services and repairs. Rebecca Morley finds out how it has helped stores during a busy period for the cycling industry

James Groves catches up with Andy Steel, Ride Concepts’ director of international sales and marketing

Mental health issues have risen due to COVID-19, with experiences of isolation, anxiety and loss. Negative mental health can sometimes lead its victims to take their own lives. We want to help. Exercise can help to reduce feelings of stress, depression and anxiety. It releases endorphins and can change our …

Rebecca Morley speaks to Cyclescheme director and chair of the Cycle to Work Alliance Adrian Warren about how COVID-19 could have a lasting effect on our everyday lives