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ASI's Oval Concepts renews wheel technology agreement with TruVelo Design
PHILADELPHIA (BRAIN) — ASI's Oval Concepts component brand is renewing its licensing agreement with TruVelo Design for wheel technology.Oval Concepts debuted TruVelo's technology on wheels that were...
View ArticleGoPro surges in first morning as public company
NEW YORK (BRAIN) — Action camera maker GoPro went public Thursday morning, with shares priced at $24 and opening at $28.65 on the New York Stock Exchange, where GoPro founder Nick Woodman rang the...
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Trek, Scott recalling 125k bikes because of problem with SR Suntour fork
Trek has received 28 reports of broken forks.WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Trek and Scott are each recalling thousands of mid-priced bikes sold between 2010 and 2013 because of concerns about the SR Suntour...
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Speedplay now shipping new colors of Brass Knuckles pedals
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (BRAIN) — Speedplay is now shipping its Brass Knuckles flat pedals in red, black and gold anodized colors or in hand-polished alloy.Brass Knuckles have a super-thin body profile on a...
View ArticleDT Swiss plans wheel demos at US events
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (BRAIN) — DT Swiss will be offering free consumer wheel demos at several events this seaso, including the Tri-California series, Crested Butte Bike Week, Vineman 70.3 Triathlon,...
View ArticleEaston Cycling hires Craig Richey and Graham Tutti
BURNABY, British Columbia (BRAIN) — Easton Cycling has hired Graham Tutti as its new North American sales manager and Craig Richey as marketing manager.The component brand was recently acquired from...
View ArticleInterbike plans pre-show media reception
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. (BRAIN) — Journalists attending the Interbike International Expo this fall will get a chance to preview some of the latest products at a reception planned for Tuesday,...
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SRAM, Bosch team up on semi-automatic e-bike system
CHICAGO (BRAIN) — SRAM is teaming up with Bosch to offer a semi-automatic drivetrain that combines Bosch's electric bicycle motor with a SRAM internally geared hub and an external rear derailleur.The...
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Effetto offers larger inflator/sealant canister for large volume tires
FT. COLLINS, Colo. (BRAIN) — Effetto Mariposa is now offering a larger size of its inflator/sealant canister, for large volume mountain bike tires.The Doppio Espresso has a 125 ml cartridge, twice the...
View ArticleRetailers, does recall compensation from suppliers ever cover your costs?
Choices Yes, most of the time Yes, some of the time Usually not Rarely or never Yes, most of the time 4% (5 votes) Yes, some of the time 14% (18 votes) Usually not 36% (46 votes) Rarely or never 46%...
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Stages Cycling offers Android app for its power meters
BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — Stages Cycling is now offering its first app for Android devices, for use with its Stages power meter.The free app is now available on the Google Play store. The company said...
View ArticleRetailers: How often do consumers with a recall make additional purchases?
Choices Most of the time Some of the time Occasionally Rarely or never Most of the time 6% (4 votes) Some of the time 30% (20 votes) Occasionally 32% (21 votes) Rarely or never 32% (21 votes) Total...
View ArticleGiant and Weagle end patent lawsuit
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. (BRAIN) — A patent-infringement and breach-of-contract lawsuit pitting Dave Weagle against Giant Bicycle Inc. and Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd. has been resolved.In a brief 72-word...
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Silca valve extensions promise to eliminate noise and leaking
INDIANAPOLIS (BRAIN) — Silca is launching some new valve extensions for use with deep-section wheels. The company says the extensions will elmiminate the need for electrical tape on valve stems, used...
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BRAIN debuts feature on lifestyle-focused shops and brands
LAGUNA HILLS, Calif. (BRAIN) — The July 1 issue of Bicycle Retailer & Industry News has landed in mailboxes. Readers will find within it a treasure trove of information, including stories on bike...
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July 1, 2014
Issue Highlights: LAGUNA HILLS, Calif. (BRAIN) — The July 1 issue of Bicycle Retailer & Industry News contains a treasure trove of information, including stories on bike park safety, Cycling Sports...
View ArticleBH Bikes USA adds reps as it restructures sales force
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. (BRAIN) — BH Bikes USA has made several additions to its sales team as the U.S. subsidiary of the Spanish company transitions from its former distribution model."The primary...
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Reynolds offering free tubular 'cross tires with wheel purchase this month
SANDY, Utah (BRAIN) — For mid-summer cyclocross fans, Reynolds is offering free Hutchinson 'cross tubulars and a Reynolds hat with July orders of its 2014 Reynolds Assault SLG Tubular disc brake or rim...
View ArticleStarlight Custom Apparel hires designer Scottie Weiss
ROANOKE, Va. (BRAIN) — Starlight Custom Cycling Apparel has hired Scottie Weiss to work with graphic design, media, and product development.Weiss has more than 10 years' experience designing custom...
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Trek unveils superlight road frame and bike, the Émonda
WATERLOO, Wis. (BRAIN) — Trek has unveiled what it claims is the world's lightest production road bike, the Émonda, which weighs 10.25 pounds and will retail for $15,749.99 in its most expensive...
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