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Magura has confirmed its dealer training dates for 2023/24 with more than 50 dates across six countries. In addition to the many on-site training courses, the brand is further expanding its digital offering for knowledge transfer and taking the Magura TechAcademy to a new level. Since Magura Bosch Parts & …

ZyroFisher, has today (September 8) announced a leadership transition as Rob Haycock, the company’s CEO, steps down from his role. Effective immediately, Tom Ainscough will assume the position of CEO at the Darlington-based distributor while James Browning will transition from non-executive chairman to executive chairman. Tom Ainscough, who has served …

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Customers at UK-based bike manufacturer Handsling can now personally design and spec their dream machine ahead of new bike day. Handsling has launched a new and improved web-based builder for their UCI-approved A1R0evo road bike, allowing cyclicts to get creative with frame colours, groupsets, saddles, wheels and much more. As …

Cube has introduced a new cargo bike concept: the Longtail Hybrid. The new line-up of compact cargo bikes features an extra-long luggage carrier with a range of accessories for transporting children, luggage or cargo. A spokesperson for the brand said: “Family, daily use, cycle touring – move it all with …

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