The current retail environment and the struggling high street has been well reported for a long time – with many figures pointing to a bleak picture for bricks and mortar stores in the UK. 2019 was described as the “worst year on record for retail” by the BRC, with total …
Read More »Why cycling is good for you during the COVID-19 pandemic
Now that everyone is doing their best to stick to social distancing, another important aspect is often forgotten: adequate exercise. Adequate exercise improves your body’s immune system and thus protects you better against COVID-19. But now that the gyms are closed and outdoor sports in groups are no longer possible, …
Read More »How have bike shops responded to COVID-19? Arragon’s Cycle Centre
The current retail environment and the struggling high street has been well reported for a long time – with many figures pointing to a bleak picture for bricks and mortar stores in the UK. 2019 was described as the “worst year on record for retail” by the BRC, with total …
Read More »Myagi: A knowledge supply chain
Richard Smith, EMEA regional director at Myagi, tells Rebecca Morley how the platform connects brands, distributors and retailers in order to share knowledge With the complexity of the cycling industry and the technical nature of the products within it, there is a need for more measurable ways to share knowledge …
Read More »How have bike shops responded to COVID-19? Beyond Bikes
The current retail environment and the struggling high street has been well reported for a long time – with many figures pointing to a bleak picture for bricks and mortar stores in the UK. 2019 was described as the “worst year on record for retail” by the BRC, with total …
Read More »What role can the bicycle play during COVID-19?
There’s no doubt the impact COVID-19 has had on every aspect of our lives, from our work, socialising and how, if at all, we travel. A bike, however, can still play an important part, to provide daily exercise and help key workers make essential journeys. And Brompton’s free home delivery …
Read More »The Bike Club on its flexible subscription service and the importance of getting children cycling young
The Bike Club aims to provide high-quality, lightweight bikes via flexible monthly subscription. Founders James Symes and Alexandra Rico-Lloyd tell Rebecca Morley how it benefits families and why it’s important to get children cycling young Buying high-quality bikes for children to learn to ride can be expensive and wasteful, forcing …
Read More »Ingenuity, collaboration and longevity: Topeak on establishing itself in the P&A market
Topeak will reach its 30th anniversary in 2021. James Groves sits down with Extra UK brand manager Matt Beighton as he reflects on Taiwanese relations, industry categorisation and stringent standards
Read More »Keeping Insync with IBDs
Insync’s sales director Wayne Clarke tells Rebecca Morley about a new range of Coyote bikes that are exclusive to IBDs In an era of rising online sales, it is vital that IBDs are supported in any way possible. The service offered by independent bike shops simply cannot be offered on …
Read More »The gender gap: How does the bike industry fare?
Rebecca Morley shares her thoughts after 18 months in the trade It’s clear to see how much women are underrepresented in the cycling industry. From events and festivals to meetings and factory tours, I constantly find myself in a male-dominated environment, where it can be very intimidating to walk into …
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