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Cyclescheme has pledged its support to the industry initiative Investors in Cycling, the Bicycle Association’s (BA) programme promoting the growth of cycling through advocacy. The partnership will strengthen the BA’s portfolio of advocacy projects delivered on behalf of the UK cycling industry, including its Growing the Local Bicycle Economy project. …

Goodyear Bicycle Tires has launched the next generation gravity range of mountain bike tyres with two new tread patterns, the Newton MTF and Newton MTR. First launched in 2018 with Goodyear’s official licensee, Rubber Kinetics, the new Goodyear Newton MTF and Newton MTR mark “the most significant advancement” in its …

VanMoof has announced the appointment of Gillian Tans as president. Previously CEO of Booking.com, Tans will take up the new position with immediate effect. As president, she’ll lead the company’s management team and oversee business operations. “Born and raised on a bike, I’ve seen first hand how riding opens cities …

Vittoria has just started the construction of the Vittoria Park, an all-discipline cycling experience, innovation centre and knowledge hub for bicycle tyre development. The Italian bicycle tyre manufacturer said it is building this park surrounding its headquarters to foster innovation in the development of bicycle tyres. Vanessa ten Hoff, chief …

Shimano has released its financial results for the first quarter of FY2022, with net sales from its bicycle segment increasing 13.9% from the same period of the previous year. The global cycling boom showed signs of cooling down, said the company, with market inventories of entry-class and middle-class bicycles approaching …