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Sports nutrition brand Science in Sport has signed a new partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University, to aid research and product development.  The three year partnership will see Science in Sport (SiS) use the university’s state-of-the-art facilities to develop nutrition products for athletes.  Manchester Metropolitan University is currently partnered with Manchester …

RideWrap is continuing to grow its UK operation with a new installation facility in Greater London. Opening in February, the bike protection specialists will now be able to assist UK riders by fitting products at Cycle Exchange in Kingston, on the London-Surrey border. The new space allows bike owners to …

Australian MTB lifestyle brand Dharco has officially opened its European subsidiary, and has plans to expand its retailer network. The brand, founded in 2012 in Sydney, offers products inspired by Australian surf culture, with bright colours and tropical designs.  Dharco says it values inclusion, offering kit for men, women and …

The BikeBiz jobs board helped filled over 740 positions in 2022, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Sales Supervisor – Mud Dock  We are currently recruiting for a new Sales Supervisor to join our bike shop. This is a very unique opportunity as Mud …

German custom bike brand Velo De Ville is due to launch in the UK and Ireland at the 2023 Cycle Show in London.  The family-run business, based Nordrhein Westfalen region of western Germany, was founded in the 1960s, and offers a range of mechanical bikes, pedelecs, and e-cargo bikes.  Velo …

Cleaning and protection brand Gtechniq has announced its rider sponsorships for 2023, as the automotive brand continues its move into the bike trade.  Based in Northamptonshire, Gtechniq has a long history in the motor industry, but last year launched its first range of bicycle products – Gtechniq Bike.  As part …

Tyre manufacturer Schwalbe has issued a warning over online stores that falsely claim to stock its products.   The German brand has issued a statement alerting consumers about fake online stores that have been defrauding customers, who may pay money but never receive goods. Schwalbe said it has taken measures to …

The February edition of BikeBiz is now live. Read the digital edition online here. Never miss an issue, subscribe to BikeBiz for free here. Well, bike industry, it is with great sadness that, after more than four years of reporting on the latest cycling news, I must now bid you …

Spoon Customs and Gun Control Paint have joined forces with Enve to open a new bespoke bike-build facility in Surrey. Unit2.cc is a new ‘open-workshop’ destination that offers a retail experience for consumers purchasing their new custom machines.  Officially opening on Saturday, 18th March, Unit2.cc in Puttenham, near Guildford, offers …

British Cycling has renewed its partnership with two famed engineering firms to deliver Olympic bikes for 2024.  The governing body for cycling in Britain has extended its relationship with Lotus Engineering and engineering company Renishaw, which both collaboratively worked with British Cycling (BC) to design the bikes used in the …