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The Bicycle Association (BA) and the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT), have issued a joint response to the legislation proposed by Electrical Safety First (ESF) on e bike fire safety – also using the opportunity to launch two guidance notes for the UK cycle industry. The ESF proposal is for …

Wahoo Fitness has announced the new ‘Ready to Ride’ update to the Elemnt bike computers, as part of a continual series of developments and software updates. This update follows closely in the wake of Wahoo’s launch of the Kickr Move which delivers an entirely new dimension of ride-feel, and the …

Extra UK has announced that Sarah Darling will join them as head of marketing, effective December 2023. Darling joins from ZyroFisher, taking with her a wealth of experience and passion for the industry. Will Fripp, CEO at Extra UK, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Sarah to the team. “Sarah’s …

The inaugural Rider of the Year Awards by Mountain Biking UK and Cycling Plus, presented by Lezyne, takes place next month. Cycling Plus and MBUK, published by Our Media, will each name their overall Rider of the Year, Newcomer of the Year and a Lifetime Achievement award. Ahead of the …

BikeBiz takes a look at the latest chains, gears, cranks and brakes from some of the leading brands in the sector, including Shimano, Box Components, Race Face, Praxis and more  This guide first appeared in the October edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here  Brand: Shimano Product: …

Retailer follows up Manchester and Swindon stores with a 3,000 sq ft store in Regent Street

Specialist cycle insurer gets behind this year's hunt

Mark Bickerton tells the story of the original production and how the new generation are shipping worldwide

Insight from the front line: Which categories have you given up stocking?