MVC Group UK Launches Direct Operations
MVC Group UK Ltd has officially launched as a direct operating structure for the United Kingdom and Ireland, featuring a dedicated local team, a UK-based warehouse, and a 24/7 B2B trade site. Headed by Country Manager Richard Mardle, the new UK subsidiary brings core cycling brands Castelli, Sportful, and Karpos…

Schwalbe reports 2.5 million tyres recycled in latest CSR update
Schwalbe has recycled around 2.5 million bicycle tyres and 18.3 million inner tubes worldwide since launching its respective recycling systems, according to figures published alongside its new 2025/2026 CSR magazine. The family-owned company’s update, released on 4 November, details progress across recycling…

Mohawk’s UK Appoints Neil Halcrow as Brand Specialist
Mohawk’s UK has appointed Neil Halcrow as Brand Specialist, a move the company says further strengthens its commitment to supporting brand partners and retailers across the UK market. Neil Halcrow said: “I’m super excited to be joining the team at Mohawks UK as Brand Specialist and looking forward to working with some…

Newmen launches Streem G.48 and announces larger gravel wheel sizes
Newmen has expanded its gravel wheel range with the Streem G.48, a carbon wheelset offered in carbon- and steel-spoke versions, with UK recommended retail prices of £1,499 and £1,250 respectively. The carbon-spoke model is due shortly, while the steel-spoke version is scheduled to follow in spring 2027. The German…

Rebuilding Trust: Steven Nemeth, O2C Cycling | The BikeBiz Podcast #10
Can the cycling industry cut through marketing noise to win back the trust of well-informed consumers? In Episode #10 of the BikeBiz Podcast, host Pedro Couto Lopes sits down with Steven Nemeth, Founder of O2C Cycling (Obsess to Compete). Bringing nearly two decades of performance footwear innovation—having previously…

Fidlock Restructures Austrian Distribution with SKS Germany and Paul Lange Austria
Fidlock has restructured its distribution network in Austria, appointing SKS Germany and Paul Lange Austria to handle the distribution of its products effective November 1, 2026. The brand says this strategic shift aims to enhance specialist bicycle dealer support and drive long-term market growth in the region…

BikeBiz Reader Survey 2026: We want to Hear from you
As we look ahead to 2027, we’re looking to find ways we can make improvements to what we offer. As many of you will know, we’re a small team consisting of three, but we try to do what we can to constantly improve. Over the past 18 months, we’ve made several changes; we’ve updated the […]

Alé outlines winter retail range with jacket RRPs of €199–€399
Alé has unveiled its autumn/winter 2026–27 collection, with highlighted jacket RRPs of €199–€399 and jerseys priced at €129–€174. The range combines technical fabrics and protective membranes with contemporary graphics and understated colours. For retailers, R-EV1 targets winter training, Klimatik wet-weather…

Gtechniq Launches Three new Bike Maintenance Kits
Gtechniq are launching three bike cleaning and maintenance kits covering the most essential Gtechniq Bike products from the range, at three different price points. According to the brand, as Christmas is around the corner, the kits make ideal gifts. The three kits join the existing Ultimate Bike Care Kit, which…

MET introduces Trenta 2 road helmet
MET has introduced the Trenta 2 road cycling helmet, with a UK recommended retail price of £280 and immediate availability, according to the brand. The updated model reworks the Trenta’s ventilation, fit and protection while retaining its compact silhouette. According to the brand, airflow is central to the redesign…

Hayes Bicycle Group is seeking new distribution partners in France
Hayes Bicycle Group is actively seeking new distribution partners or independent sales agencies to represent its three premium brands, Hayes, Manitou and Reynolds, throughout France. While bringing all three brands together under one distribution partner is one option the group is exploring, Hayes Bicycle Group is…

BikeBiz November 2026 Digital Edition: Read Online Now
The latest issue of BikeBiz magazine is now online. Read the November 2026 Digital Edition of BikeBiz now! The November issue focuses on e-bikes and micromobility, covering everything from shared e-bike networks and safety initiatives to e-scooter regulation. In this issue, Richard Shrubb explores the five-year…

Ahooga opens distribution centre in the UK
Ahooga, the Belgian folding bike brand has announced that it is now supplying UK dealers directly from stock held in the UK. The move follows what the brand has called a “positive first phase” in the British market, where Ahooga now works with 20 dealers, and comes with a clear ambition: to grow that network […]

E-Bike Summit 2027: Carbotronics joins as Exhibitor Partner
Italian engineering specialist Carbotronics has officially joined the E-Bike Summit 2027 as an exhibitor partner, bringing its pioneering integrated frame architecture to the event. Taking place on 26 April 2027 at Sustainable Ventures, County Hall, London, the summit marks the event’s return under BikeBiz ownership…

Mechanic of the Month: Lloyd’s Bicycle Services
In 2025, we launched ‘Mechanic of the Month’ in partnership with bikebook to champion bicycle mechanics around the UK. We now have additional support from Topeak, who agreed to support the initiative by offering Topeak tools and best trade pricing across the Topeak Tools/Workshop range (via Extra UK) for 12 months…

Aeroe to become part of Thule, as brand continues expansion into bike luggage category
The New Zealand bikepacking bag and carrying solutions company, Aeroe, has joined Thule. Thule’s acquisition expands the brand’s bikepacking portfolio, which already contains racks and bags. Baptiste Chaussignand, Director Category Management, Bike at Thule said: “The Aeroe system is a natural extension of the Thule…