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EBCO, the British e-bike manufacturer, has announced its 2024 pricing strategy with a structure aimed at simplifying the e-bike buying experience. For 2024, EBCO has condensed its pricing points into three clear categories, making it easier for customers to choose their ideal specification. The entry-level e-bikes, including the Urban 2 …

Kenda, the global tyre manufacturer, has expanded its European sales activities into the UK and Ireland and Eastern Europe. The two new sales managers, Pim Ramselaar and Robert Mrkos, will focus on expanding the company’s position in the OE and aftermarket in the UK and Ireland, and the OE market …

Sarto Bikes, the Italian custom carbon specialists, has launched the Raso TC (Tri-Composite), a special edition of its latest endurance model. Built upon decades of composite development and in-house tube and frame manufacturing at Sarto HQ in Italy, the Raso TC is a special edition of the all-road aero endurance …

Hutchinson has announced the launch of the Challenger Tubeless, an all-season endurance and training tyre. Designed to offer safe, confidence-inspiring handling in all conditions, the Challenger Tubeless offers a claimed 10,000km lifespan and “unrivalled comfort”. As one of the originators of the road tubeless standard created in 2006, Hutchinson has …

Mavic, the French manufacturer of bicycle wheels and equipment, has opened an office in Waterbury, Vermont to support sales and service in North America. Jean-Michel Bourrelier, CEO of Mavic USA, said: “We are thrilled to be back in the USA to address the needs of our North American customers with …

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