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Cube has introduced the new Fold Hybrid folding e-bike. When the German bike manufacturer set out to design its new foldable Bosch e-bike, it aimed to set “new standards” for flexibility, mobility and functionality. With Bosch power, Cube describes the new product as an “indispensable companion for the modern adventurer, …

Shimano Europe has issued a voluntary inspection and replacement notice for selected bonded 11-speed Hollwtech II road cranksets produced between June 1, 2012, up to and including June 30, 2019, for a possible bonding separation issue. To remedy this situation, Shimano will have applicable, pre-July 2019, cranksets inspected by authorised …

The BikeBiz jobs board helped filled over 740 positions in 2022, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Claims Handler – Moston Consultants We are looking for a claims handler to specialise in bike claims. This role will be fully office based. We are looking …

Leatt, the head-to-toe protective gear brand, has announced that it is reinforcing its team with two key industry professionals to focus on the MTB market: Bastian Dietz rejoins Leatt as international marketing manager for MTB and Dain Zaffke joins as VP of sales and marketing for MTB, focusing on the …

After two years at the helm, Alex Ballinger is stepping down from his role as editor of BikeBiz, and will be replaced by staff writer Daniel Blackham. Blackham joined the BikeBiz team in March 2023 as staff writer, moving into bike media from his role in local journalism. Since joining …

Carlton Reid gets his cones adjusted. Two minutes later, and $14 lighter, he’s a happy bunny. Why?

Renowned cycling commentator angered by slimmed track schedule making way for new cycling events

A surprise star store edges it by a nose, but which of our five visits took the prize?

COMMENT: I've had many runs in with the UCI over the years but I'm warming to 'em because of the infamous stickering programme.