Posts by Scott Green
BikeExchange CEO Resigns Amid Multiple Challenges
Sydney, NSW BikeExchange co-founder Sam Salter has temporarily stepped into the company’s CEO role, following the abrupt resignation of Mark Watkin from the position. The Melbourne-based company last week issued a statement announcing Mark was stepping down, effective immediately, but would remain with the company in the short term to ensure a smooth handover. “As…
Knog Celebrates Two Shining Decades of Being Different and Unboring
Melbourne, Victoria A global ground breaker in bicycle lighting and accessory design, Melbourne’s Knog, this month celebrates its 20th anniversary – two decades of shaking things up and generating its share of controversy. The company has shone a path for many brands in the industry, as it has established strong markets in over 45 countries…
Dutch Cargo Appoints Manager for NZ Expansion
Auckland, NZ Dutch Cargo Bike’s expansion into NZ is well underway, with the e-bike and micromobility specialist appointing a country manager to head operations in that country. A former digital marketing manager for NZ frame manufacturer Chapter2, Chris Young, was appointed to the role for Dutch Cargo NZ in April. His recruitment has been followed…
Micromobility Conference Registrations and Call for Abstracts Now Open
Randwick, NSW The inaugural Micromobility Conference & Expo has passed two key milestones, as the Micromobility Report prepares to hold the event at Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse on 25th – 26th November. Firstly, delegate registrations are now open. Between now and 30th June, anyone who registers will receive a 20% Super Early Bird discount on whatever…
Stepping up to Meet Increasing Appetite for Cycling Shoes
Mountain bike and indoor cycling shoes continue to be key drivers in rising global bike shoe sales but how long will it take before both are overtaken by commuter-specific models? Annual international sales for mountain bike shoes are predicted to grow to US$802.1 million (A$1,139 million) by 2025, compared to US$518.3 million (A$730.2 million) in…
Athletic New Peak For Ride Concepts Flat Pedal Shoes
– Sponsored Content – Mountain bike footwear specialist Ride Concepts has a new flagship flat pedal shoe, breaking away from skate stylings to offer a leaner and more athletic design. Building on the Nevada company’s proud heritage of shoes designed by MTB riders for MTB riders, the Flume women’s shoe and Tallac men’s shoe raise…
Deftrap Captures TMAC Performance in Mid-Price Pedal
– Sponsored Content – Deity TMAC pedals have long been regarded a pinnacle of mountain bike flat pedals. However, far fewer people are aware of the similar performance offered by the TMAC’s younger brother, the much more affordable Deftrap. By incorporating many of the TMAC’s features into a composite pedal, Deity has created a high-performing…
Mallet Lace Stands Tall on Crankbrothers Experience
– Sponsored Content – Crankbrothers had an unrivalled foundation to develop its new Mallet Lace downhill shoes – and it fully capitalised on that advantage. The Lace is the latest in the Mallet range and, as the name suggests, was developed from its Mallet DH pedals – which have carried more riders to high-level downhill…
Political Parties Urged to Back Recycling Scheme for Micromobility
Sydney, NSW Australia’s political parties should commit to world-leading recycling of personal transport vehicles (PTVs) such as bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters, according to an unprecedented alliance of bicycle riders, manufacturers, environmentalists, fleet providers, policy experts and recyclers. On the eve of last weekend’s Federal election, the alliance of seven bike, environment and waste organisations called…
Globe Lights Specialized Path to Everyday Commuting
California, US Australian buyers will have to wait patiently to access a new commuter e-bike venture launched by Specialized this month. The new business unit, Globe, will initially focus exclusively on the US market when it starts taking orders in late 2022, and Specialized Australia has confirmed there is no identified time frame for its…