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The top 5 jobs in the bike trade this week – 25th July

Bike Workshop filled with bike tools on a backboard

The BikeBiz jobs board helped fill more than 680 positions in 2024, and listings are still on the rise. Here’s our latest top five… Experienced Bicycle Mechanic Port Velo Works is a new and exciting bike service centre located in Portishead, designed to serve our thriving local cycling community. As …

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Giro launches the new Montaro Mips III helmet

Giro Montaro Mips III

Giro has announced the launch of its new Montaro Mips III helmet. Now in its third rendition, the Montaro Mips III has been fully redesigned, with what the brand says are nods to Montaro and Giro’s MTB heritage. According to Giro, the new helmet offers “aggressive trail protection.” Now with …

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Mechanic of the Month June Winner: Rob Symes of SymesBikes

Rob Symes of SymesBikes

In May, we launched our ‘Mechanic of the Month’ in partnership with Bikebook to champion bicycle mechanics around the UK. Nominations are open to the public via BikeBook, allowing anyone to nominate their favourite mechanic. In June, Rob Symes of SymesBikes was crowned the BikeBiz/Bikebook mechanic of the month. Read his interesting journey into …

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Galfer appoints Silverfish UK as exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland

Ga;fer breaks

Galfer has appointed Silverfish UK as its exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland. The brand says this powerful new partnership marks a bold leap forward in Galfer’s mission to deliver race-proven braking performance to more riders than ever before. According to the release, Galfer, known for “its cutting-edge innovation …

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Fox Racing introduces the all-new Rampage RS downhill helmet

FOX Rampage ForestStills Side Fox Racing introduces the all-new Rampage RS downhill helmet

Fox Racing has launched its all-new Rampage RS (Race Spec) pro-level mountain bike helmet, which has already been worn to victory at two UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cups by Jackson Goldstone and Tahnée Seagrave. At launch, Fox highlights that “as the first pro-level downhill helmet to feature the Mips® …

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Ribble launches third generation of its CGR bikes

Ribble CGR E Carbon CROP Ribble launches third generation of its CGR bikes

Ribble has overhauled its original ‘do it all’ bike, with the CGR – Commute, Gravel, Road – range, which is now entering its third generation. Designed and built for epic, and everyday rides, the CGR comes in both drop bar and flat bar configurations, with carbon, Ti, and alloy frame …

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SRAM launches ‘Kasia. The Polish Champion. A documentary.’

Kasia SRAM launches 'Kasia. The Polish Champion. A documentary.'

In the week leading up to the fourth edition of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, SRAM has shared a documentary following the path of 2024 winner Kasia Niewiadoma Phinney. The film “takes viewers from Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney’s childhood in Poland to the world’s biggest stages. It’s a story about …

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Argon 18 appoints new Heads of Sales for North America and Europe

Argon 18 FB banner image Argon 18 appoints new Heads of Sales for North America and Europe

Argon 18 announces two new Heads of Sales to its leadership team with Amber Nero and Alex Croucher taking the responsibility for North America and Europe, respectively. “As Argon 18 continues to expand its global footprint and strengthen its position as a leader in high-performance cycling, I am thrilled to …

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No.6 Racing Wheels appoints Conductor to lead global brand, marketing & PR activities

No.6 front wheel on bike HERO No.6 Racing Wheels appoints Conductor to lead global brand, marketing & PR activities

No.6 Racing Wheels has appointed brand-focused design and communication agency, Conductor, to lead all brand, design, marketing and PR activities, as it continues its rapid growth. Having achieved “outstanding success in its first year of trading”, No.6 is looking to utilise the experience, expertise and creativity of the Conductor team …

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Chris Hewings Joins FiftyOne Bikes as International Sales Manager

A picture of Chris Hewings with a bicycle helmet on a ride

FiftyOne Bikes has announced that Chris Hewings has officially joined FiftyOne Bikes as International Sales Manager. Chris will lead their international sales operations and dealer partnerships across Europe, North America, and other key markets. According to FiftyOne Bikes, Chris joined a few months ago, having previously worked with them in …

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