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Dutch wheel brand FFWD has launched three new wheels under the RAW model name, bringing carbon spokes and CeramicSpeed bearings, in custom hubs, to the line-up. Lighter rims, saving 10% compared to other FFWD rims, reportedly achieved through precise layup techniques, combined with carbon spokes, are said to result in …

The Italian Bike Festival is preparing for the seventh edition of the international exhibition dedicated to the bicycle world and slow mobility, organised by Taking Off with the support of APT Servizi Emilia-Romagna. For the third consecutive year, the event will be held at the Misano World Circuit, taking place …

British Cycling has announced that Helen Scott has been appointed to the role of Men’s Sprint Podium Potential Coach for the Great Britain Cycling Team, replacing Justin Grace in the role. Scott has been part of the GBCT coaching team since May 2022, following her retirement from the programme after …

Panaracer has unveiled a top-down remodel of the GravelKing line. This year sees the 10th anniversary of the original Gravelking. Over the last two years, Panaracer has been developing new tech and specification for the entire product line. Although the brand has updated details in production over the last 10 …

Schwalbe has taken the Green Marathon to the next level in terms of environmental friendliness and increased the proportion of recycled and renewable materials from 70% to 80%. The basis for this is recycled nylon, which is used in the carcass of the tyre and completely replaces petroleum-based nylon. The …

Stock availability and margins are concerns for the forthcoming 12 months

There's plenty of doom and gloom about in the retail sector, but how will the cycle industry fare?

‘Tis the season to be jolly, but does the bike trade know as much? BikeBiz’s man of mystery goes in search of a bicycle fit for the Queen, pitting the chain stores against one another in this battle royale…

Sports journalist James Cornford asks that question of some big brands in this month's magazine column