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Children are the future of pretty much everything. But in the case of our industry, they are the future athletes, riders, bike shop owners, brand marketers, bike mechanics. The list goes on.
The May issue focuses on the children’s market. The brands, the experts, those creating the riders of the future. Plus, we hear from Madison CEO, Dominic Langan, on the false economy of cheap stock. We were also invited to Dieren to visit the Gazelle factory and got the opportunity to hear about their heritage and brand history.
We also hear from the CEO of Cycle Exchange, Matt Connelley, on their offering for retailers.
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FEATURES
7: BikeBiz visits the Gazelle Factory in Dieren to find out about the brand’s history and how that’s translated into the business they are today.Â
48: Cycle Exchange CEO Matt Connelley outlines a new tech-driven trade-in partnership offering UK retailers 10% commission.Â
OPINION
18: Bikeability CEO, Emily Cherry, talks about their evolution and a new fund to support riders of the future.Â
22: Shyre Bikes co-founder Kevin Williams shares his journey from food delivery to building an experience-first kids’ bike brand.Â
37: Madison CEO Dominic Langan warns against the illusion of high margins on slow-moving clearance inventory.
40: Cycle Sprog founder Karen Gee examines shifting family cycling habits from Cycle Sprog survey data.
BRANDS
25: Early Rider Founder Andy Loveland reflects on 20 years, product philosophy, and reimagining the kids’ bike market.Â
31: Sportline Creative Lead James Olsen discusses Ridgeback’s 2026 kids’ range overhaul.Â
INTERVIEWS
15: We take five to chat with Hornit Founder, Tom de Pelet.Â
45: Oxford Products discusses the Jump Seat, its new front-mounted child seat featuring tool-free adjustment and SGS safety certification.
PRODUCTS
Sector guides, including new products (53), children’s bikes, accessories and clothing (57) and pedals and cycle footwear (63).
