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Cycling UK has updated its advice to families continuing to ride during the COVID-19 outbreak, following the Government’s advice on the closure of schools. Last week, Cycling UK advised all cycling groups and clubs to cancel planned events and rides to avoid unnecessary travel and social contact, including visits to …

Sigma Sports has reported a 440% increase week on week in the number of orders placed on turbo trainers, as well as static bikes. In addition, the launch of the new Wahoo Kickr, which has been available for pre-order from 19th March, has seen “huge interest” with initial drops selling …

Ribble Cycles is to host an interactive bike show, Ribble Live, on 27th March. The brand will be showcasing its latest range line-up online, following the postponement of the London Bike Show due to COVID-19. Its show stand has been recreated at its Preston HQ and will provide live streaming by …

The Vélo Birmingham and Midlands 2020 has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. In a statement, organisers said refunding participant entry fees is “not something our business could absorb”. “In addition to losing our forecast revenue for the next three months, over the last 10 months we have already …

Rapha has launched four new limited edition country jerseys. “Long before they were laden with the logos of corporate backers, national jerseys were beautifully simple,” said a statement. “Harking back to the heyday of racing and design, our quintet of country jerseys combines traditional colours with luxurious merino wool in …

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