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Shimano Moves into 12-Speed Mechanical Shifting
Osaka, Japan Shimano has introduced 12-speed mechanical shifting, with the release of two new group sets this week – the 105 R7100 Mechanical 12-speed group set for the road and GRX RX820 12-speed mechanical components for the gravel. It says the new releases are bringing “the pure joy of self-powered adventure to the massive community…
Melbourne Mum’s World First Secures Heads and Bikes
Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne mum Lisa Cotton has created the first commercially available bicycle helmet with a built-in secure bike lock – inspired by her own experiences during Covid lockdowns. Her Headlokt helmet was launched with its official website last month, with pre-orders now available. “We have worked really hard to keep the helmet lightweight…
Brisbane Business Couple Unveils First Biodegradable Bike Wipes
Brisbane, Queensland Brisbane couple Susanne Bransgrove and Greg Griffith are preparing to release the world’s first fully biodegradable bicycle cleaning wipes, with their Kickstarter campaign launched last week. The pair is working with an Adelaide manufacturer to begin initial production of their Bikey Wipes chain degreasers, and is in the process of finding a distributor…
TRAFFIC Ready to KRUSH European Bike Cleaning Market
Mansfield, Victoria Australian-made MTB cleaning product brand KRUSH has moved into the European market, following a new distribution partnership with German-based company TRAFFIC DISTRIBUTION. KRUSH, a family-owned enterprise from Victoria’s high country, produces a range of bike wash, degreasers and lubricants for MTB and gravel bikes. It began with its KRUSH Premium Bike Wash and…
Echelon Return to Road Wheel Royalty
Mystic, US Aero wheel specialist Princeton CarbonWorks has signed Echelon Sports as its new distributor in Australia. The young US company heralded the new partnership as an “exciting new chapter in our journey of providing top-tier cycling products to the cycling market in Australia”. Princeton CarbonWorks was founded by three elite rowers who turned cyclists…
SCV Imports Signs with High-Principle Bikepacking Brand
Tuggerah, NSW SCV Imports has become the exclusive distributor for the UK’s Apidura, to introduce its bikepacking products to the Australian market. Apidura is an independent, family run business based in London, with a focus on precision-crafted bikepacking luggage, while standing against “aggressive marketing, impulse consumption and waste”. It was established in 2013 by Tori…
New Models and Italian Base for Benzina Zero
Brisbane, Queensland E-Mobility manufacturer Benzina Zero is continuing its steady ascendance with the release of three new models in spring – e-mopeds the Vasto and V-50 and the company’s first e-scooter, the V-10. The Vasto has a classic European scooter style and has been named after the town that is home to Benzina’s new European…
Places Remain for Free and Fast-Tracked Mechanic Qualifications
Sydney, NSW Spots are still available in the Bicycle Mechanic Training Institute’s (BMTI) new fast-tracked and fee-free course enabling experienced bicycle mechanics in NSW to gain nationally recognised qualifications. BMTI, a subsidiary of 5 Star Training and Consulting, is participating in the NSW Government’s Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers program to enable seasoned mechanics to…
New Sales Appointments: Groupe Sportif & TEBCO
Melbourne, Victoria Distributor Groupe Sportif has appointed a new territory sales manager for NSW, Peter Raillon. It marks a return for Peter, who has served in a similar role with the Melbourne-based distributor, as part of his more than 20 years’ experience in the Australian bicycle and motocycle retail and wholesale industries. Group Sportif spokesperson…
Industry Briefs: Giant, Merida, Trek Travel & Scott Sports SA
Giant has been crowned as Australia’s best-rated bicycle brand in an annual award conducted by a prominent consumer guide website. The Finder Retail Awards pitched Giant against 10 other bike brands that received enough customer reviews between November 2022 and February 2023 to be eligible for the category. The awards assessed each eligible brand on…