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Extra UK have recruited a dedicated Pirelli retail specialist to further strengthen the team at the distributor.   Sam Moye joins from Trek UK and brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge to the newly created position. Moye has been tasked with supporting the IBD network, building the Pirelli …

Assos, the Swiss cycling apparel brand, has launched a mobile app offering customers a new optimised platform for purchasing products. The app, available in both iOS and Android operating systems, offers a range of exclusive features designed to make the user experience easy to navigate, and still providing a customisable …

The BikeBiz jobs board helped filled over 740 positions in 2022, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Electric Bike Mechanic – Spoke & Motor Spoke and Motor are official UK dealers for Riese and Muller, Moustache Bikes and Gocycle. We are opening a new …

Aleck has announced the acquisition of Tocsen, the German maker of intelligent helmet-mounted crash sensors. Tocsen’s management, product development, and administration teams will be integrated into the company, and Aleck says it is committed to continuing strong relations with Tocsen’s consumers and partners, including independent bike and snow sports retailers.  …

Fara Cycling, the independent Norwegian bike brand, has launched a new range of colours across its F/Road, F/Gravel and F/All-Road bikes. Each colour pays homage to natural landscapes and environments, with a nod towards Fara’s homeland, Norway. The new colours include Forest Fog, North Sea, Strand and Solstice, all of …

Dave Mellor Cycles, located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, is a prestigious institution in the local area

BikeBiz managed to secure a chat with Chairman and MD of Hero Cycles Mr Pankaj Munjal on why the giant is now turning to the UK and Europe

The industry has responded positively to the 25,000-word Faking It series we released at the weekend.

People who buy fake frames, bike parts and cycle clothing may think they're getting a bargain, but is it a Faustian one?