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Schwalbe has partnered with Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel to encourage more families to travel to school actively. The bicycle tyre manufacturer said it is focusing is on supporting everyday cycling, starting with the next generation. Recent research has revealed a generation gap of children taking up cycling – in …

2Pure has announced a new UK distribution deal with Sage Titanium Bicycles, making Sage available in the UK and Ireland for the first time. 2Pure will be launching the brand at COREbike this weekend with two models being showcased. “Sage Titanium make the kind of bikes we all want to …

The BikeBiz jobs board filled over 750 positions in 2021, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Workshop Manager – Edinburgh Bicycle Co-op Founded in 1977, Edinburgh Bicycle Co-op is a long-established independent bike retailer. We operate five retail outlets across Scotland and the North …

Extra UK has announced new pricing for Enduro Bearings – with prices coming down across the range. The improved pricing is already live and available via the B2B website. “Due to a new direct distribution agreement with Enduro Bearings, we have been able to reduce SRPs by an average of …

The 2022 edition of Taipei Cycle’s physical show ended on Saturday 12th March, attracting around 13,500 visitors across four days. According to organiser TAITRA, 64 business matchmaking meetings were conducted between Taiwanese exhibitors and buyers from 20 countries including Italy, Japan, the UK, Lithuania, Germany, Poland, South Africa, Indonesia, Bulgaria, …

Schwalbe recently launched a volunteer programme to assist retailers experiencing a surge in business – particularly with services and repairs. Rebecca Morley finds out how it has helped stores during a busy period for the cycling industry

James Groves catches up with Andy Steel, Ride Concepts’ director of international sales and marketing

Mental health issues have risen due to COVID-19, with experiences of isolation, anxiety and loss. Negative mental health can sometimes lead its victims to take their own lives. We want to help. Exercise can help to reduce feelings of stress, depression and anxiety. It releases endorphins and can change our …

Rebecca Morley speaks to Cyclescheme director and chair of the Cycle to Work Alliance Adrian Warren about how COVID-19 could have a lasting effect on our everyday lives