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Carbon Wasp has updated the Truffle-120 XC/Trail bike. The brand’s objective was to make a frame that could be built into a lightweight XC race bike, but was also robust enough to take on the most technical descents. The carbon lay up has been refined and the brand has invested …

Ribble has unveiled the Allroad Ti. Made from corrosion-resistant 3AL-2.5V Titanium, the headtube and seattube clusters are formed via additive manufacturing (3D printing) to create unique profiles, optimised for aerodynamic efficiencies. An over-sized threaded T47 bottom bracket increases stiffness and enhances power transfer. The D-shaped carbon seatpost allows for flex …

Re-Cycle is celebrating a significant achievement: the shipment of its 150,000th bicycle to Africa. This milestone is a notable moment in the charity’s mission to provide sustainable transportation for individuals in need, while simultaneously reducing waste in the UK. Since its first container left the UK in 1998, Re-Cycle has …

Halfords has unveiled plans to take on the high-end cycling market in the UK, by more than doubling the number of “premium” bicycles it offers. Bikes in the new line-up will peak at £3,800 for a Boardman ADV 9.6. Halfords has traditionally been known for its range of affordable adults …

ZyroFisher has announced an exclusive distribution partnership with Leatt, the performance protective MTB gear and apparel brand. This new partnership will see ZyroFisher supply businesses with Leatt in the UK and Ireland. Nadine Thompson, CCO of ZyroFisher, stated: “We are excited to partner with Leatt and distribute their outstanding products …

Joanna Flint, marketing director at the Green Commute Initiative, recently took over the day-to-day running of the organisation alongside her colleague Katherine Stather. Here Flint looks to the future for the social enterprise

This year, British cycling clothing brand Altura hits the quarter century milestone. The BikeBiz team hopped on a train to County Durham to meet the team and test some kit on the local gravel

The BMX industry may sit on the periphery of the bike trade, but it’s often a portal into cycling for many youngsters. BikeBiz editor Alex Ballinger goes back to his roots to explore the current state of the BMX market

Rebecca Morley visits last year's Best Omnichannel Retailer Sigma Sports' new e-bike store