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Bicycle tool manufacturer Park Tool has issued a Stop Use and Inspect Notice for its CCP-22, CCP-44 and CWP-7 crank pullers, due to an out-of-spec nut that is shared between the three tools. This out-of-spec threading may cause damage to bicycle cranks during removal, said the company. Some, but not …

The BikeBiz Awards is returning for 2022, and this year we’re looking for judges to help decide the winners. The awards will take place later this year in a digital format, and we will be announcing further details in the coming months. The nomination process will remain the same, where …

The BikeBiz jobs board filled over 750 positions in 2021, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Mechanic & Customer Service Assistant – Dean Forest Cycles Ltd Due to the rapid expansion of our business, we have a vacancy for a cycle mechanic and customer …

British performance eyewear brand SunGod has partnered with London-based cycling team Tekkerz Cycling Charisma. Founded by former elite cyclist Alec Briggs, Tekkerz CC combines top talent with the best up-and-coming younger riders to create a part-elite/part-development team. Briggs’ definition of Tekkerz is ‘to ride with great skill or efficiency’. The …

Distributor Lyon Equipment has completed its transition to employee ownership trust status. Jonathan Capper will continue in his current role as managing director, supported by Paul Cornthwaite as commercial director, Rick Cockayne as financial director and Martin Bergerud as Petzl agency director. Ben Lyon will retire with immediate effect along …

Rapha’s sustainability manager Duncan Money tells Rebecca Morley about the brand’s sustainability strategies and why businesses need to come together

Whether you’re running a fully-functioning e-commerce site or simply offering your customers another window into your business, it’s important to provide detailed information on your products online, writes Jack Davey, Unearth Marketing

British road star Pete Kennaugh retired from racing in 2019 following years of mental health struggles. Rebecca Morley speaks with the 32-year-old about the next chapter – running his own cycling business

BikeBiz catches up with Rory Hitchens, marketing and senior brand manager at Upgrade, UK distributor of P&A Brand of the Year winner Lezyne, winner of the P&A Brand of the Year, to talk 2021’s successes and challenges, and what we can expect from the year ahead