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Traffic UK has announced the addition of Title MTB to its UK roster of brands. Title MTB is a rider-owned and operated mountain bike component company manufacturing high-end components such as: Form Aluminium 35 Handlebars, LO1 Grips, Connect Pedals, the G1 Gyro Brake System, and the ST1 35 Stem. The …

Extra UK have become the latest distributor of KMC chains, sprockets and cassettes for the UK and Ireland (via their Irish subsidiary Cyclex). KMC – the world’s largest chain manufacturer, and a business with more than 40 years of experience – offers a wide range of products delivering functionality, and …

Cube has developed a new series of kids’ bikes with a focus on lightweight, combined with controls designed specifically for smaller riders The new Cube Numove is both lightweight and specifically proportioned for those at the start of their cycling experience, while still retaining the toughness that any child’s bike …

Belgium-headquartered Lazer, the world’s oldest helmet company, has been designing and creating helmets for more than 100 years. To contribute to a society where cyclists can enjoy riding in safety has been the business’s main objective, however, as the brand acknowledges, products that benefit people also have an impact on …

Rapha has presented its latest collection, Rapha Performance Sportswear. Crafted using design features and technical materials from performance cycling, Rapha Performance Sportswear is a collection of apparel and accessories for everyday life, according to the brand. Highlights from the drop include the new Men’s Tech Collar Jacket and Women’s Tech …

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 …

Uplift is a mentoring programme to bring together female leaders in the cycling industry with the next generation of talent. Rebecca Bland looks at why this initiative is so important. This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here In October, a …

With the future of Parlee Cycles secured, Daniel Blackham speaks to new CEO John Harrison to hear about the brand’s next chapter This piece first appeared in the print edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Parlee Cycles is a storied brand with more than two decades …

The BikeBiz Directory 2024, in association with Tannus, is now available online. The BikeBiz Directory is the essential A-Z of the bike trade, including listings for all companies associated with the industry in one handy guide. The directory can be viewed on desktop, tablet or mobile. The categories included are: Distribution and wholesale …