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Praxis conversion bottom bracket
APTOS, CA (BRAIN) — The Praxis conversion bottom bracket is designed for use of Shimano Hollowtech cranks in either BB30, PF30, or Specialized's OSBB frames.The design keeps the cartridge bearings...
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Crankbrothers launches new pumps, tools
LAGUNA BEACH, CA (BRAIN)—Crankbrothers has gone back to its roots—the brand got its start in pumps and tools before expanding into pedals and other components—with new multi-tool and inflation product...
View ArticleDahon, Tern settle family legal battle
DUARTE, CA (BRAIN)—Dahon North America has settled its nearly 2-year-old lawsuit against rival folding bike brand Tern Bicycles and its owners, Joshua Hon and Florence Hon, the son and wife,...
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Taiwan exporters look to emerging markets for growth
Editor's note: Download: BRAIN's Taipei Cycle Show Day 1newsletter (pdf).TAIPEI, Taiwan (BRAIN) — Last year was a tough one for Taiwan exporters as they continued to see bike shipments to Europe—its...
View ArticleTAITRA sets the stage for another record-breaking trade show
Editor's note: Download: BRAIN's Taipei Cycle Show Day 1 newsletter (pdf).TAIPEI, Taiwan — Organizers are anticipating another packed house this year at Taipei Cycle, which kicked off Wednesday.The...
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ION launches glove line
MOLLN, Germany (BRAIN) — German brand ION is launching its new bike gloves worldwide this spring. The Path, Ledge and Wisp models each feature "digital tips" to enable touch screen use. The company...
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Chicago tri specialist opens family shop
OAK PARK, IL (BRAIN) — Chicago triathlon specialty retailer Element Multisport is looking to serve a broader customer base with its new store, Element Cyclesport, in Oak Park, Illinois. Owner Chris...
View ArticleKeep it in the family?
From the magazineEditor's note: The following article appeared in the March 1 issue of Bicycle Retailer & Industry News and is part of our series of articles on succession in the bike industry.When...
View ArticleTour de Fat 2013 to roll through 12 cities
FORT COLLINS, CO (BRAIN)—Now in its 14th year, New Belgium Brewing’s Tour de Fat bikes-and-beers festival will visit a dozen cities in 2013.Tour de Fat celebrates the bicycle, showcases New Belgium...
View ArticleYakima hires McGibbon to lead North American sales
BEAVERTON, OR (BRAIN)—Yakima Products Inc. has hired outdoor and sporting goods industry veteran Jason McGibbon as senior director of sales, North America. He will also be a member of Yakima’s...
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Sampson 11-speed road cassette
DENVER, CO (BRAIN) — Sampson Sports is adding a new 11-speed road cassette to its range.The new cassettes share the same precision forged and CNC-finished cogs as Sampson's 10-speed versions, along...
View ArticleZoot Sports adds to leadership team
VISTA, CA (BRAIN)—Endurance sports brand Zoot Sports has named Erik Vervloet vice president and general manager.Vervloet has worked as vice president of sports marketing for K-Swiss, where he helped...
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Yuba works with CPSC to fix injury hazard
PETALUMA, CA (BRAIN)—Yuba Bicycles is working with the Consumer Product Safety Commission on a recall affecting about 1,000 Mundo V4.0 cargo bikes after reports of two passengers on the back of the...
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Taipei in July?
Editor's note: Download BRAIN's Taipei Cycle Show Day 2 newsletter Day 2 | Day 1 .TAIPEI, Taiwan (BRAIN) — It came at the end of Tony Lo’s speech at the opening ceremony for the Taipei Cycle Show. The...
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Serfas introduces stem-clamp bag system
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA (BRAIN) — Serfas’ new Stem Clamp Bag System is intended to allow riders to easily carry and access cell phones and other small items.The system includes several types of...
View ArticleBike brands: savior of the pro peloton?
From the magazineEditor's note: The following article appeared in the March 1 issue of Bicycle Retailer & Industry News.By Nicole FormosaWESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA (BRAIN) — Bob Burbank refers to the...
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Florida’s Outspokin opens Giant partner store
TAMPA, FL (BRAIN)—Outspokin Cycles of Clearwater, Florida, has expanded to a second location with the opening of its Giant partner store in Tampa. The partner designation means Outspokin owners Val and...
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Zinn updates road bike maintenance book
BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — VeloPress author Lennard Zinn has updated "Zinn & the Art of Road Bike Maintenance."The fourth edition of the book is now available, with information on basic repairs through...
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Stromer introduces ST1 line to U.S. market
GRENCHEN, Switzerland (BRAIN)—BMC Group’s Stromer e-bike brand is launching its new ST1 pedal-assist bike into the U.S. market with a sweepstakes giveaway in which one person will win a $3,499 ST1...
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Taipei Briefs
News from the Taipei Cycle Show, plus newsletter downloadEditor's note: Download BRAIN's Taipei Cycle Show Day 2 newsletter: Day 3| Day 2 | Day 1.Guru makes first appearance in Taipei Robert Pinazza...
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