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Muc-Off partners with Bikebook, the bike servicing finder platform
Muc-Off, the bicycle care and performance brand, has announced its partnership with Bikebook, a platform that helps riders find, compare, and book their nearest bike shop or mobile mechanic. The partnership aims to offer riders an easily accessible way of finding reliable bike care services. With more than 900 locations …
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Andre Bachmann has joined the management team of Sigma-Elektro GmbH. In his new position as managing director, he will be responsible for sales and marketing as well as commercial issues. Following his appointment, Bachmann said: “Sigma is well known for most cycling enthusiasts and so it is for me. I …
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Reynolds Cycling has introduced a new range of wheels, the 307 and 309 Gravity collection. Available in both 29 and 27.5” versions, the wheels are described by the brand as “the absolute fastest wheel solutions available for DH and Enduro but also lead the industry in terms of impact resistance …
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