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Iconic US brand Lizard Skins is celebrating its 30th year in business in 2023, now as an industry leader in grips and bar tape.  Founded in a garage in Utah in 1993, Lizard Skins started out providing neoprene chainstay protectors for bikes, but has since expanded into a huge variety …

Giant has announced that it is opening its first brand store in Scotland, situated in the city of Stirling. Known as the ‘gateway to the highlands’, Giant said Stirling is a ‘fantastic’ location with ‘incredible’ cycling on the store’s doorstep. The company’s global strategy is to make cycling accessible to …

Small Business Britain has unveiled its ƒ:Entrepreneur #ialso100 lineup 2023, with 100 of the most inspiring female entrepreneurs from across the UK being showcased to highlight their contribution to society, economy, and communities. This year’s f:Entrepreneur #ialso100 campaign aims to celebrate the growing tide of inspirational, multi-achieving female entrepreneurs that …

Road cycling magazine Rouleur has announced the launch of the ‘Rouleur Society’, an international network of clubhouses and cycling communities.  The society aims to bring together a collection of 15 retailers and cafes across the world, where consumers can pick up copies of Rouleur magazine, along with exclusive clothing and …

Active Travel England is to invest £32.9 million to create a national network of active travel experts. They will work with communities, enhance high streets and make places walkable and cyclable for everyone. Launched yesterday, 2nd January, by active travel minister Jesse Norman, the fund could see up to 1,300 …