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Batribike has announced the appointment of Jarred Gibb as Sales Manager. Gibb brings a wealth of cycling industry experience, with dedication to customer service and effective business growth. Luke Pearson, Batribike managing director, said: “I would like to welcome Jarred to the Batribike Team.  “I have worked with Jarred previously …

Canyon Bicycles has announced a collaboration agreement with IperionX Limited to develop a more sustainable titanium supply chain through the production of bicycle components using IperionX’s 100% recycled and low carbon titanium. The potential for Canyon to develop components with IperionX’s 100% recycled titanium aligns with its ambitions to use …

Specialized has unveiled the latest iteration of the Sirrus Carbon with the Sirrus Carbon 6.0 and the Sirrus Carbon X 5.0. As part of its update, the frame has been redesigned to include a “Compliance Junction”, to offer “a mix of flex and forgiveness without sacrificing performance and efficiency”. The …

Infinit Nutrition has just launched its custom tool in Europe to help consumers design their perfect product.  The Inifinit brand has been active in the US and Australian markets for almost 20 years, but in 2022 expanded into Europe for the first time.  Traditionally focused on the triathlon market, Infinit …

E-commerce solution provider for the bike market Objective1 has undergone a rebrand. The Bristol-based company has changed its name to Push and has acquired Push.bike as its new domain.  Push is a fully integrated e-commerce platform designed for cycling retailers, offering all the resources needed to sell products online.  Objective1’s …

Former professional rider Russ Downing and his business partner Tim Hammond have been linking cycle retailers together through a new business venture. Alex Ballinger hears more about BikeFlex and how it works. This piece first appeared in the March edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Times …

Representatives from the cycling industry have criticised the Government’s decision to cut Active Travel funding outside London, describing it as “a backward move”. Last week, the Transport Secretary Mark Harper confirmed the cuts in a written statement ahead of the spring budget. Harper cited rising inflation caused by Russia’s invasion …

Cyclists across Hertfordshire will be heading towards Watford Cycle Hub this weekend to celebrate the organisation’s 10th birthday. A programme of events is planned for Saturday, March 11, to mark the decade during which they have been teaching people of all ages to cycle, organising community rides, providing value for …

Endura has announced it will be partnering with the Limitlass women’s mountain bike festival as presenting sponsors. The event will bring three days of skills coaching, guided rides, well-being and entertainment, to the Glen Tanar Estate in Royal Deeside from Friday, August 18, to Sunday, August 20. First held in …