In this sponsored feature, BikeBiz looks at Yamaha’s PW-LINK system and how the brand is creating close relationships with OEMs. A new era of industry co-development The two-wheel world changed forever when Yamaha created the world’s first production eBike in 1993. Providing instant drive, the company’s revolutionary Power Assist System …
Read More »The top five jobs in the bike trade this week – 6th December
The BikeBiz jobs board helped fill more than 720 positions in 2023, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Senior Salesperson- full-time – Giant St Albans We are looking for a full-time sales person to work in our Giant St Albans store. Maybe you have …
Read More »Behind the scenes: DMR launches Deathgrip 2
DMR’s Deathgrip has been a stalwart in the UK MTB scene since its introduction in 2017. Now, the brand has unveiled an all-new Deathgrip 2. Head of marketing Mark Noble talks BikeBiz through the details. How do you reflect on the original Deathgrip and its success? Safe to say that …
Read More »November 2024 edition of BikeBiz is out now
The November edition of BikeBiz is now live. Read the digital edition online here Never miss an issue, subscribe to BikeBiz for free here In this micromobility edition of BikeBiz last year, I wrote: “The uptake of sustainable transport is as important as ever. “When the time comes for governments …
Read More »October 2024 edition of BikeBiz is out now
The October edition of BikeBiz is now live. Read the digital edition online here Never miss an issue, subscribe to BikeBiz for free here ‘Survive to 2025’ has become a prevalent saying in the cycle industry over the last year. Despite being a rather pithy catchphrase, it’s risky business to …
Read More »Five minutes with: Bikonic
BikeBiz speaks to Tony Ray, founder of Bikonic This piece first appeared in the August edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give us a little background on Bikonic? Bikonic is a new brand, driven by innovation. For example, our launch product is a gas-spring …
Read More »‘We’re in the business of expanding cycling’: BikeBiz catches up with Cycling UK chief executive Sarah Mitchell
Rebecca Bland speaks to Cycling UK chief executive Sarah Mitchell about the charity’s latest efforts to get more people on bikes, winning the BikeBiz Cycle Advocacy Award in 2023, and its first-ever five-year plan. This piece first appeared in the August edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription …
Read More »BikeBiz Awards 2023: Catching up with IBD of the Year Rockets and Rascals
The BikeBiz Awards 2023 IBD of the Year winner, Rockets and Rascals, speaks to Rebecca Morley about its 10th anniversary and the value of recognising hard work in a tough retail environment. This piece first appeared in the August edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Even …
Read More »Closing the loop: Discussing sustainable cycling apparel with Velor founder Tom Leezer
Once in a while, you hear or see someone sharing something that really grabs your attention. Tom Leezer, the founder of Velor, did just this. With interest more than peaked, Simon Cox sat down for a chat with the former professional cyclist who’s on a mission to make sustainable cycling …
Read More »Five minutes with: Pit Viper
BikeBiz speaks to Chris Garcin, co-founder and CEO of Pit Viper This piece first appeared in the July edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Where did the inspiration come from to create a fun brand but balance that with performance products? My co-founder, Chuck Mumford, and …
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