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Shimano has released its financial results from Q1 of 2023, showing a 16.8% fall in sales in its bike division. The company also reported it was down 31.8% in operating income in the same sector. In its bike segment, net sales were 98,298 million yen – around £580 million – …

The May edition of BikeBiz is now live. Read the digital edition online here. Never miss an issue, subscribe to BikeBiz for free here. The cycling season is finally here. It’s been a long wait for some warmer weather, but the sun has finally started to shine, and families are …

Raleigh, the British bicycle brand, has announced the latest addition to its line-up with the Modum – a compact, urban e-bike with a wide range of accessories. The Modum is equipped with a quick release speed lifter and the handlebars will twist 180 degrees, so it can be tucked away …

The Electric Bike Shop is set for a summer tour of nine county shows this year, starting at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival this May. The company says they recognise the need to connect with customers outside of the traditional cycling avenues. The shows represent a strategic focus to engage …

Fizik has launched a new Tempo Aliante saddle range enhanced for long-distance riding – and it comes with a 30-day comfort guarantee courtesy of Extra UK. The Tempo Alliante has an overall flatter saddle surface offering a more even distribution of pressure and wingflex in the nylon shell to adapt …

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

Rebecca Morley hears from Cadence Performance’s Mike Cunningham on the business’ latest store acquisitions

How can the bike industry best negotiate the road ahead? Chris Boardman, among others, has a few thoughts on strategy, policy, infrastructure and getting the right message across

Last month saw the return of Saddleback’s in-house show for the trade, featuring pizza, tacos, and some exciting new products on display. PR and events executive with Saddleback, Josh Lambert, talks BikeBiz through the latest developments at the distributor