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 …
Read More »‘What we’re doing is a new way of getting a bike’ – BikeFlex founders explain the subscription service
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ACT announces this year’s Local Bike Shop Day to take place in April
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Magura releases MT5 Pro Special Edition
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Bryton expands product range with first bike radar tail light, the Gardia R300L
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Shimano unveils Cues groupsets to replace lower-end components
Japanese component brand Shimano has unveiled a new range of nine, 10, and 11-speed groupsets to replace its current lower-end products. The new Shimano Cues catalogue has been introduced to replace the Alivio, Acera and Altus sets, with the aim of simplifying its offering for more casual riders. Completely redesigned …
Read More »Schwalbe issues warning over fraudulent online stores
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 …
Read More »Specialized launches Tero X adventure e-bike
Specialized has released its latest development in the adventure e-bike market, the Tero X. Designed as an all-terrain vehicle, the Tero X features Specialized’s own motor system and some exciting highlights for the adventure and off-road market. This full-suspension machine is equipped with 1,000-lumen headlights and 22-lumen tail lights, an …
Read More »March 2023 edition of BikeBiz magazine is out now
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 …
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November edition of BikeBiz magazine now available
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From struggling to find bikes for their kids to major UK bike builder in the children’s market, Frog Bikes is a family-run business hoping to make a difference. Co-founder Jerry Lawson tells BikeBiz the story behind the brand
Read More »‘Our model is based on repair, service and sale’: Platt Fields Bike Hub’s Andy Boardman on the community bike workshop
Platt Fields Bike Hub is situated in a public park in the centre of Manchester. Alex Ballinger hears from director Andy Boardman about the unique set-up at the community bike workshop
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