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In the September edition of BicycleBusiness, the monthly print version of this website, our IBD-cum-supplier columnist takes issue with the Erl Wilkie Chain Reaction slot in the August mag. SpokesMan says IBDs don't get involved with cycle campaigners because of time restrictions. And, anyway, to paraphrase, he asks 'what have cycle campaigners ever done for us'? Well, here's two things from just today!

Product placement is all the rage in Hollywood and getting a Kona Stinky Dee-Lux to feature large in Disney’s latest live action film is just the start of the promotion for Kona. The bike will also be a key part of the film’s marketing

The former Dawes exec was instrumental in setting up the UK arm of the Malaysian monocoque maker but has now decided to move on. His daughter, Natasha Beetison, stays with the company

The official launch of Britain's only airport-based bike shop takes place today and bikebiz.co.uk is travelling to Manchester to stand on runway two for the official photocall