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Insight Sales Consultancy has announced its appointment as the global sales agency for the Bagman rack brand. Known for its durable and innovative bike rack solutions, Bagman has become a respected name among a variety of cycling groups. The appointment of Insight will see the business leverage its expertise to …

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… Sales/Workshop – Team Cycles Sales/Workshop positions available at our new Kielder Bike Hire Centre at Kielder Forest. If you’re enthusiastic about bikes and great customer service, …

TrainingPeaks has announced the acquisition of the virtual cycling platform indieVelo, now known as TrainingPeaks Virtual. In sharing the news, the announcement states “with community-friendly features, realistic racing physics, and a focus on credibility, it will take your indoor rides to the next level.” So far, so Zwift sounding, which …

Vittoria has officially announced the opening of VittoriaLabs, a multi-location, state-of-the-art, research and development centre designed to redefine the future of cycling performance. “Labs” in the plural The opening at the brand’s headquarters follows the launch of the already operational centre in Thailand, as well as the VittoriaPark, which serves …

The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) and the Association of Cycle Traders (ACT) have criticised today’s Budget as “the most damaging for independent retailers in recent memory”. According to the two organisations, changes to business rates, increased National Insurance for employers, and higher minimum wage costs is “a triple blow” …

Having celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2022, Dahon aims to increase its focus on e-folding bikes for 2023. BikeBiz hears from company founder Dr David Hon

Indoor cycling was a rapidly expanding sector even before the coronavirus pandemic, but could this discipline offer an insight into future cyclists? Alex Ballinger spoke with Wattbike CEO Richard Baker to find out

Inspired to set up his own business while commuting in London, Proviz co-founder Anthony Langly-Smith tells Alex Ballinger about how the hi-vis accessory market has changed in the past 15 years

How much input does a pro rider have in new products? Professional mountain biker Olly Wilkins explains what goes into the process – with the upcoming release of the brand new O’Dub Bars from his long-time sponsor DMR Bikes