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British Cycling has announced that club volunteer and chair of the south east region, Nasser Al-Tell, has joined its board of directors. Al-Tell is the longstanding chair of CycleOut London, an LGBTQ+ cycling club which has been providing welcoming and inclusive opportunities for riders of all abilities for almost three …

Cytech, the internationally recognised training and accreditation scheme for bicycle technicians, has launched a new Facebook group – the Cytech Tech Forum – where Cytech-qualified mechanics can connect and share ideas, tips, hints and technical advice. In creating a forum for professional Cytech mechanics worldwide, the breadth of experience and …

Cycling UK has opened nominations for its prestigious 100 Women in Cycling 2024 awards. Now in its eighth consecutive year, this initiative celebrates the contributions of women shaping the future of cycling across the nation through empowering others. From urban streets to remote trails, these women are making cycling more …

The Bourrelier Group has appointed Alberto Morgando as CEO of Mavic. Involved with Jean-Michel Bourrelier, CEO of the Bourrelier Group, for more than five months, Morgando officially took over the position of CEO, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Following the announcement, Morgando commented: “I am honoured to join Mavic, a …

Madison is celebrating a record year for iceBike* with registrations continuing to rise year-on-year to attend the in-house show. Back for the second year in a row with the two shows/one week format, iceBike* 2024 took in two of the UK’s left-turn-only cycling venues in London’s Lee Valley Velodrome and …

Recent Bicycle Association figures for 2022 showed a fall in kids’ bike sales compared to pre-Covid numbers – but how concerning is this for the wider industry? Rebecca Morley reports This piece first appeared in the May edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Encouraging children to …

After three years away from the British market, Canadian mountain bike brand Norco is returning to UK shores, exclusively distributed by ZyroFisher. Daniel Blackham attended the launch event to see the 2023 range  This piece first appeared in the April edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here …

Hindsight is a cycling glasses brand with a unique safety twist. Alex Ballinger spoke with founder Alexander Macdonald and backer Callum Skinner to find out more  This piece first appeared in the April edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here There is no shortage of cycling safety …

With a focus on improving sustainability in the carbon bike market, Target Composites helps retailers and bike owners to repair damaged frames. Director Philip Leah explains the services on offer  This piece first appeared in the April edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give …