Smith has announced a new strategic partnership with Ultra Sport EU as its sole sales agency of record for the UK and Ireland markets. With clear objectives to expand market share and “significantly increase” brand presence, the new partnership with Ultra Sport amplifies Smith’s commitment to the retailer network maintaining …
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Fizik introduces its ‘lightest and most breathable’ road shoe to date
Fizik has unveiled the next generation of its popular Powerstrap Aeroweave – a pure road racing shoe which is the lightest and most breathable in its range. Comprising a tough and ventilated net-like upper and the brand’s stiffest carbon outsole, the Powerstrap Aerowave is designed for “road warriors who like …
Read More »JRP Distribution expands cycling offering with Simply Brands and Svitol
JRP Distribution, an automotive distribution company, has announced the expansion of its cycling offering by incorporating two new cycling ranges from Simply Brands and Svitol. JRP is an established distributor that has been servicing the industry for more than 40 years. During its tenure, it has continued to expand its …
Read More »Michelin partner with Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series
French tyre manufacturer Michelin has been announced as a main partner of the Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series, with a five-year deal set to run until at least the 2028 season. The collaboration between Michelin and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sports will see prominent Michelin branding at all 15 …
Read More »Global gravel racing gets a Fantasy League
With the rise and rise of gravel racing on the global stage the sport has steadily attracted attention from a growing number of sponsors, enabling an increasing number of riders to take part in an expanding event calendar. Athletic Affair – the Girona-based agency which connects people, brands and collectives …
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February 2024 edition of BikeBiz is out now
The February edition of BikeBiz is now live. Read the digital edition online here Never miss an issue, subscribe to BikeBiz for free here A better option The commute remains an integral part of many people’s lives. Data suggests that the initial shift to home and hybrid working is slowly …
Read More »Five minutes with: BBB Cycling
BBB Cycling has been serving bike shops and cyclists for quarter of a century. Managing director, Rick de Jong updates BikeBiz with the latest goings on at the Dutch brand This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give …
Read More »Trevor Halstead on 25 years of Gainsborough Cycles
Gainsborough Cycles has been a stalwart in its community for more than two decades. Rebecca Bland speaks to the shop’s owner Trevor Halstead. This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here For 25 years, Trevor Halstead has been at the helm …
Read More »Fully Charged: ‘It’s about change and being part of something great’
Rebecca Morley chats to Fully Charged founder Ben Jaconelli on its stores, investing in online, and winning Micromobility Retailer of the Year at the 2023 BikeBiz Awards This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Established in 2014, e-bike retailer Fully …
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