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Castelli has launched the new Idro 3 jacket. This jacket is a ‘game changer’, according to Castelli, because ‘now you can take a fully waterproof jacket with you on every ride’. It packs up to fill just half a pocket yet provides warmth and full protection when needed. “Being full …

Gtechniq is bringing its innovative surface technology to cyclists with the launch of Gtechniq Bike. The complete range is formulated in-house at its global headquarters in Northamptonshire. Gtechniq’s range of bike products includes Bike Clean, Bike Clean Concentrate, Bike Wash, Ceramic Quick Coat, Drivetrain Degreaser, Tri-Clean, Bike Ceramic and Kit …

Isle of Wight projects encouraging green travel will receive a £175,662 Government investment boost. All English transport authorities (outside London) were invited to submit proposals to the Department for Transport Capability Fund in the spring of this year. The Isle of Wight Council successfully received a share of the £30 …

Muc-Off has launched its new Rain Shield Re-Proofer spray. This ‘spray on’ waterproofing treatment restores factory levels of repellence on all waterproof and breathable fabrics, by creating a cutting-edge DWR (Durable Water Repellent) layer, said the brand. The spray has been designed to reduce the surface tension of fabrics, thanks …

Reid has welcomed Leon Stimpson to the team as its new product manager. Having previously been a role that both founder James Reid and managing director Rob Akam had undertaken, Reid has now grown and needs a dedicated employee in the role to help grow the brand and its products …

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