Bike Matrix is a new venture that aims to simplify component compatibility for mechanics and consumers. Co-founder Adam Townsend explains the inspiration behind the idea This piece first appeared in the March edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give us a little background on …
Read More »Tell us your thoughts: How was business in the first half of 2023?
We’re almost halfway through 2023 and the bike trade has suffered a turbulent start to the year. As …
Muc-Off partners with Bikebook, the bike servicing finder platform
Muc-Off, the bicycle care and performance brand, has announced its partnership with Bikebook, a plat…
BikeBiz’s guide to the latest kids’ bikes and accessories
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Sigma appoints Andre Bachmann as managing director
Andre Bachmann has joined the management team of Sigma-Elektro GmbH. In his new position as managing…
Reynolds launches new downhill and enduro wheels
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The top five jobs in the bike trade this week – 21st April
The BikeBiz jobs board helped filled over 740 positions in 2022, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Field Sales Representative – Hotlines Europe Ltd WiggleCRC are looking to recruit a Field Sales Representative to join the team in our Southeast England territory for Hotlines, …
Read More »Wahoo introduces Summit Freeride to Elemnt bike computers, adding climb data on every ride
Wahoo Fitness, the fitness technology company, has introduced a new ‘Summit Freeride’ feature on its’ Elemnt range of GPS bike computers, with climb data available on every ride without following a planned route. The Summit feature was developed alongside the recently released dual band GPS Elemnt Roam bike computer. The …
Read More »Raleigh UK to start distributing Look pedals and cleats
From May, Raleigh UK will begin to distribute Look pedals and cleats in the UK market. The partnership will have a particular focus on targeting independent bike dealers and ranging Look pedals in store. The new collaboration ensures distribution of pedals and cleats to all areas across the UK, demonstrating …
Read More »Tern Bicycles to exhibit at The Cycle Show in London this weekend
Tern Bicycles has confirmed the brand will be exhibiting at this week’s Cycle Show at Alexandra Palace in London from Friday, April 21, to Sunday April, 23. Tern demo bikes, the GSD, HSD, Quick Haul and Vektron models, will be on display at the Fully Charged booth in the Outdoor …
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The cost of living crisis: An opening for opportunistic bike shops?
In the first of a five-part series, The Association of Cycle Traders (ACT), the largest cycle trade organisation in the UK, helps retailers boost their business. This month, a look at how the cost of living crisis will nudge more consumers towards cycling
Read More »If you can’t find it, build it: Brink on developing its own EPOS system
From distribution to the shop floor, Brink mountain bike store in Bedfordshire operates across the off-road market. Alex Ballinger hears from Mat Clark about how the team developed its own EPOS system to meet its needs
Read More »“It was chosen as a location near lots of good riding”: BikeBiz visits Stif Mountain Bikes near Bristol
Located near some mountain biking hotspots, the Stif store near Bristol is perfectly placed as a destination MTB specialist. BikeBiz editor Alex Ballinger takes a tour of the high-end retailer
Read More »The aftermath: The devastating impact of break-ins
Loss of bikes through theft can have a devastating impact on businesses. BikeBiz looks at the ever-present threat posed by break-ins
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