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Elves Bikes has premiered its latest UCI approved bike, the Vanyar Pro Disc 2024. A climbing bike at its core, the Vanyar Pro is described by the brand as “a confluence of lightweight and race sprinting stiffness, with aerodynamic efficiency and elegance to form a powerful all-round racing machine”. This …

Sigma Sports has announced a new partnership with Rapha and will be launching a curated edit of the Rapha collection both online and in-store. It is the first time that Rapha has been retailed by Sigma Sports since 2015, with cyclists able to order jerseys, accessories, jackets, shorts and more …

SRAM has expanded its senior leadership team, including an internal promotion to lead its quality group, along with the addition of an information technology vice president. As of July 1, Lisa Peppel has been promoted from quality engineering manager to VP of quality, replacing Otis Hayes, who has led SRAM’s …

Women working in cycling will have a new platform to connect and learn from some of the most influential female leaders in the industry – with the launch of a new initiative to inspire the next generation of talent. The career mentorship programme aims to give women in the industry …

Evans Cycles has introduced British bike brand Frog to its stock offering. Best-known for manufacturing lightweight children’s bikes, the award-winning Frog models are designed to be long-lasting and feature child-specific components such as shorter cranks, scaled down handlebars and easy-to-reach brake levers. Jerry Lawson, CEO and founder of Frog Bikes, …

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One advantage IBDs will always have over the internet is servicing and repairs. Even if customers do choose to spend an increasing amount of time perusing the web, the value of customer service and expertise that bike shops provide in person can never be overlooked. And while the COVID-19 pandemic …

Rebecca Morley examines how changing travel habits and online shopping trends will impact demand for e-cargo bikes

Following two years of research, Velorim has launched its National Bicycle Tyre Recycling Scheme. James Groves caught up with director Richard Lawrence to find out more