Todson announced MAP for Topeak products
BLOOMINGTON, MN (BRAIN) — Todson, Inc. has announced the launch of its new Minimum Advertised Price policy across the Topeak product line.“We value our IBD partners’ commitment to the Topeak line and...
View ArticleNordin joins Slidepad Technologies as advisor
PALO ALTO, CA (BRAIN) — Alan Nordin, former president of Fallbrook Technologies’ bicycle division, has joined Slidepad Technologies Inc. as an executive advisor.Slidepad’s Intelligent Brake...
View ArticleDowneast plans open house for next weekend
FRYEBURG, ME (BRAIN) — Downeast Bicycle Specialists plans to hold its annual open house at the company's headquarters March 9 and 10 this year.The company said Saturday will be dedicated to vendor...
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SRAM keeps focus inside in search for future president
From the magazineBy Nicole FormosaCHICAGO, IL (BRAIN) — Succession first hit Stan Day’s radar around the early 2000s when a SRAM board member brought up the word in a meeting. At that point, and even...
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Record exhibitors at NAHBS
Snow curtails Sunday attendanceDENVER, CO (BRAIN) — A record 200 exhibitors showed their wares at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show this weekend, and attendance was strong Friday and Saturday...
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NAHBS judged a success
Handmade show attracts record exhibitors in Denver, but snow curtailed Sunday attendanceSlideshow Image: URL: http://www.bicycleretailer.com/north-america/2013/02/25/record-exhibitors-nahbs
View ArticleNiner includes IMBA membership with bike purchase
FORT COLLINS, CO (BRAIN) — Niner Bikes has bought a batch of individual one-year memberships to IMBA and will give the memberships to consumers who buy one of its new mountain bike models this year.The...
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Playtri goes big with second store
MCKINNEY, TEXAS (BRAIN) — Dallas-based triathlon retailer Playtri is expanding to a second location set to open in May that, the company claims, will be the world’s largest triathlon store. At nearly...
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Michelin's new multipurpose mountain tire
BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — The Grip'R is Michelin's new multipurpose mountain bike tire, designed for both wet and dry conditions.Tread blocks are arranged to create the best balance between grip, rider...
View ArticleNew ANT wireless protocol competes with Bluetooth
COCHRANE, Alberta, Canada (BRAIN) — The organization behind the ANT+ wireless protocol, used in many power meters and others sports monitoring products, announced a new generation of the protocol...
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QBP honors retailer and vendor
BLOOMINGTON, MN (BRAIN) — Quality Bicycle Products recognized Landry’s Bicycles for its local and national advocacy work and Clif Bar for its social and environmental activism with awards at its...
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Lynskey introduces $1,100 ti frame line
CHATTANOOGA, TN (BRAIN) — Lynskey Performance is introducing a five-model line of U.S.-made titanium frames that will retail for $1,100, the company announced.Previously, the company's least expensive...
View ArticleMavic and Time to collaborate on pedal design
HAVERHILL, MA (BRAIN) — French brands Mavic and Time announced Tuesday that they would collaborate on development of new clipless pedal technologies.The companies said they would work together to...
View ArticleScreening tour begins for high school cycling film
BERKELEY, CA (BRAIN) — A documentary that details the positive impacts of the high school cycling movement is about to begin a nationwide tour. “Singletrack High” follows a diverse group of high school...
View ArticleBernie Doering returns to Easton-Bell
VAN NUYS, CA (BRAIN) — Bernie Doering, who headed Easton-Bell Sports’ global sales up until last summer, is back at the company. The former Nike executive had resigned his position with EBS last July....
View ArticleAction Bicycle USA Expo set for Sunday
SECAUCUS, NJ (BRAIN) — Action Bicycle’s annual expo returns for its 15th edition this Sunday, March 3, with more than 50 vendors, including four first-time brands.New to the East Coast distributor’s...
View ArticleDT Swiss bolsters dealer sales, customer service
GRAND JUNCTION, CO (BRAIN) — DT Swiss has promoted Jason Federico to its global sales team in aftermarket sales support and hired Steven Sperling for the newly created position of customer service...
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Giro New Road Wind Shirt
BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — The Giro New Road Wind Shirt uses a modern update to waxed cotton that's windproof, water-shedding, and highly breathable. The shirt is made with Epic by NexTec encapsulated...
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