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Zwift has rounded off its 10th anniversary celebrations by launching Spinback, a personalised review that showcases Zwifters’ achievements since joining the community. Spinback provides tailored insights highlighting each Zwifters’ key statistics; from kilometres ridden and workouts completed to fun facts like the total number of badges earned and pizza slices …

Melbourne-based cycling apparel brand MAAP has opened its latest LaB retail concept store in Berlin, Germany. The second European store and sixth worldwide marks the continuation of MAAP’s global focus on community, growth and retail footprint expansion. The new store is said to embody the brand’s “commitment to design and …

Specialized Europe GmbH has launched the “Gift A Better Ride – Helmet Support” initiative, a community-focused program aimed at equipping cycling clubs, foundations, and schools with high-quality helmets. By providing helmets at no cost, Specialized strives to promote safety, inclusivity, and accessibility for cyclists of all ages and skill levels. …

Festka, the Czech manufacturer of high-end carbon bicycle frames based in Prague, has announced the release of its Spectre Gravel, a high-performance gravel bike. At launch, the brand states the Spectre Gravel is “engineered to redefine speed and comfort across all terrains, making it the ideal choice for cyclists seeking …

One Good Thing (OGT) has introduced what it claims to be “the world’s first wrapper-free oat bars” – designed specifically to be the most convenient snack for cycling. With cycling seen by many as much more than a means of transportation or a competitive sport – encompassing an entire lifestyle …

BBB Cycling has been serving bike shops and cyclists for quarter of a century. Managing director, Rick de Jong updates BikeBiz with the latest goings on at the Dutch brand This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Can you give …

Gainsborough Cycles has been a stalwart in its community for more than two decades. Rebecca Bland speaks to the shop’s owner Trevor Halstead. This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here For 25 years, Trevor Halstead has been at the helm …

Rebecca Morley chats to Fully Charged founder Ben Jaconelli on its stores, investing in online, and winning Micromobility Retailer of the Year at the 2023 BikeBiz Awards This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here Established in 2014, e-bike retailer Fully …

Uplift is a mentoring programme to bring together female leaders in the cycling industry with the next generation of talent. Rebecca Bland looks at why this initiative is so important. This piece first appeared in the December edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here In October, a …