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In-depth opinions, analysis and interviews with the key players in the cycling industry

Five minutes with: British e-bike brand Mycle

Founded in London and now based in Gloucester, e-bike brand Mycle aims to make the world of cycling accessible to the uninitiated. Co-founder Ali Wooldridge explains how. This piece first appeared in the August edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give us a little …

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Across the pond: PNW Components on plans for the UK market

Created to withstand the challenging MTB terrain and climate in the north west of the USA, PNW is a component brand at home in British conditions. Alex Ballinger spoke to founder Aaron Kerson to hear about plans for the UK market. This piece first appeared in the August edition of …

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‘We don’t try to tie dealers into large buy-ins’: Distributor focus with Bob Elliot Co

There’s a saying that goes “the more things change, the more they stay the same” and that sentiment could be applied to Bob Elliot Co. In recent years the business has expanded significantly but its roots from 1985 remain firmly in place. “We are still family run, with Bob still …

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The rise of e-MTB

Rebecca Morley takes a look at the mountain bike sector, the benefits of riding electric, and what’s behind the rise in popularity  This piece first appeared in the August edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Cycling of any discipline and its benefits are well known across …

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The confidence barrier: How the Family Bike Club is driving change in London

Getting more people on bikes is going to take commitment from both authorities and the bike industry. Luke Balnave from The Family Bike Club in London is leading the way on cycling support for families  This piece first appeared in the August edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free …

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Made in Italy: A trip to meet e-bike brand Thok on home soil

E-MTB brand Thok has gained a significant following in Italy and is hoping to grow in the UK. Daniel Blackham attended the Thok Tribe event to learn more about the company  This piece first appeared in the July edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Italy is synonymous …

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For the masses: British wheel brand Parcours is bringing aerodynamics to the people

“I always think about accessibility in two ways,” said Dov Tate, founder of British carbon wheel brand Parcours.  “One way is that we talk about aerodynamics, and how we design the wheels, how we optimise them, and how riders should think about it.  “But then also in terms of price …

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Crossing the Atlantic: How Sea Otter Europe is helping to grow all cycling disciplines

Sea Otter Europe in Spain is a growing bike and mobility festival, adapted from its US counterpart. CEO Albert Balcells talks BikeBiz through the concept  This piece first appeared in the July edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give us a little background on Sea …

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‘We are seeing light at the end of the tunnel’ – Catching up with distributor Upgrade Bikes

West Sussex-based distributor is famed for stocking stylish and popular brands. BikeBiz caught up with founder Damian Mason and head of marketing Mark Noble This piece first appeared in the July edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here “The opportunities for the industry are, as ever, the …

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Style and performance: David Millar on building CHPT3

David Millar is a household name in British cycling, but his plans to build something lasting resulted in Millar developing his own cycling apparel brand. Daniel Blackham sat down with the Tour de France stage winner to hear more about CHPT3. This piece first appeared in the July edition of …

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