John White, the founder of London bike shop White’s Cycle Centre has died at the age of 89. The business founder and keen cyclist died on 24th November at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, Kent, with family by his side. John had been in the bike trade for more than …
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Public invited to share thoughts on improving cycle-rail travel
The public has been asked to share thoughts on plans to improve travel for those who combine cycling with rail journeys. New guidance is currently being developed to help make travel easier for cyclists combining modes of transport, and the Cycle Rail Working Group of rail industry and sustainable transport …
Read More »Top five jobs in the bike trade this week – 16th December
The BikeBiz jobs board filled over 750 positions in 2021, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Assistant Manager – Brompton Bicycle Ltd As a key member of the store management team, you will work alongside the Store Manager in this high profile flagship store, …
Read More »Cytech training provider Activate Cycle Academy supports BBC One Show’s Gift a Bike campaign
Cytech training provider Activate Cycle Academy made it onto BBC TV and radio this week as part of The One Show’s launch of a ‘Gift A Bike For Christmas’ campaign. In conjunction with BBC Radio 2, the campaign is raising awareness of the benefits of restoring and redistributing children’s bikes …
Read More »Rapha releases 2022 Impact Report
Rapha has released its 2022 Impact Report, showing the progress its made in its commitment to being a responsible company. “As a business that’s committed to a singular goal – to inspire the world to live life by bike – we’re constantly assessing our impact,” said the company. “But beyond …
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