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Specialized Appoints First Chief of Worldwide Markets
California, US Former Pon.Bike and Canyon chief Armin Landgraf has been appointed Specialized’s Chief of Worldwide Markets. A statement by Specialized says Armin will be “responsible for driving excellence and innovation in rider and retailer engagement to create a modern ecosystem that amplifies benefits to riders, retailers, and the brand”. “Armin knows how to lead…
Parents Embrace New Kids Bike Lease Service
Sydney, NSW A new kids bicycle leasing service in Sydney is helping parents keep their kids on the right-sized bike – while keeping outgrown treadlies out of landfill. The Pedal Club was launched in Bondi last year to provide a more flexible option for parents – enabling them to trade up as their children grow…
Dean Woods Autobiography Set to Shine Light on Industry Shake-Up
Wangaratta, Victoria Olympic track cycling champion Dean Woods was also a disrupter of bicycle retail in Australia and is about to fire off some posthumous shots about the controversy that surrounded his time in the industry. Australian cycling and the broader sporting community last month celebrated the life of the former Victorian, who died on…
Clarification Sought for Vertical Racks
Melbourne, Victoria Bicycle Industries Australia is seeking clarification on State laws on rear overhang restrictions for bike racks on cars, after retailer reports of customers being fined for their vertical racks. The organisation is inviting input from any retailers who have information about customers targeted by police for loaded bike racks believed to have exceeded…
Sea Otter Australia Debut Delayed Again Until 2023
Canberra, ACT Australian cycling enthusiasts and industry members will have to wait another 12 months for the Sea Otter Bike Expo to come to this country, with organisers announcing the maiden Sea Otter Australia will now be held from 28th September to 2nd October 2023. However, spin-offs of the cycling extravaganza will begin to appear…
Velocio Purchase a Good Fit For SRAM
Londonderry, New Hampshire, US Components giant SRAM has moved into cycling apparel by purchasing fellow US company Velocio this month. “Velocio’s three brand pillars resonate strongly with their customers and SRAM, and despite being a small brand, they’ve made an outsized impression within the cycling community. Their significant growth has reflected the value they provide…
Deadline Draws Near for New Button Battery Laws
Canberra, ACT A deadline is looming for new safety regulations covering products that use button batteries, with Bicycle Industries Australia (BIA) liaising with affected businesses to help ensure they comply with the mandatory regulations. Compliance with the updated safety standard will be mandatory from 21 June, 18 months after they were announced. Key elements of…
Pedal Group Boost For National Mechanics Training
Sydney, Australia Pedal Group will this month move into its fourth mechanic training facility, as part of the organisation’s The Bicycle Academy training offshoot. The company is adding its new Sydney training facility to its existing Bicycle Academy sites in Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide. The Academy roll-out comes after the major retailer secured a licence…
Tenders Raising the Challenge to Delivery Vans in Australian Cities
Melbourne, Victoria Australia’s commercial cargo bike market is stepping up to join the heavyweights. Melbourne-based distributor Dutch Cargo this month brought in Australia’s first Urban Arrow Tenders, flatbed delivery trikes with car-like front wheels and the load capacity and configurations to raise the challenge to delivery vans. Dutch Cargo has initially brought in two Tenders,…
FE Sports Distributing Lightweight Wheels
Brisbane, Queensland Brisbane’s FE Sports is partnering with German wheel manufacturer Lightweight to begin distributing its high-performance wheels in Australia and New Zealand from the start of next month. Lightweight has been developing wheels for race bikes for more than 20 years, in the pursuit of “creating the perfect wheel”. Its hand-made wheels are produced…