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Happy New Year!
The first issue of 2026.
We take a deep dive into what to expect at this year’s iceBike* shows. Dominic Langan shares insights into what’s changed and what to expect. We also get to preview what’s on offer from brands, as well as seminars and support available. Mark Sutton talks to the industry about 2025 before we dive into the year.
With some more reflection, we hear from Cycling UK as they look back on 2025. We also hear from Carlton Reid about booms and busts as he harks back to the highs and lows in the bike industry in the recent past.
Simon Cox chats with woom to hear the story of the brand and its growth in recent years. Elvedes also shares stories from its 60 years in business and how things have changed.
Dominic Langan issues a call to action to industry to work together to benefit the future of the trade, calling on us to unite in support of the e-bike positive campaign. Finally, we talk to our new podcast host, Pedro Couto Lopes, on what’s ahead, hearing more about how he got into the industry.
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FEATURES
12: We preview what’s coming up at this year’s iceBike* shows.
25: Mark Sutton asks the industry to reflect on the ups and downs of 2025.
OPINION
22: Cycling UK reflect on 2025 and what’s in store for the year ahead.
32: Dominic Langan calls on the industry to unite behind the e-bike Positive Campaign.
38: Carlton Reid talks busts and booms, reflecting on recent hardships in the industry.
ADVERTORIAL
36: Kryptonite showcases the angle grinder resistant New York Diamond Standard U-lock
BRANDS
42: As Elvedes celebrates 60 years in business, we get insights into how things have changed
48: Simon Cox talks to woom to discover how they went from a garage to a projected €150 million in revenue in 2025
INTERVIEWS
52: We find out a little more about Pedro Couto Lopes, host of the new BikeBiz Podcast
REGULARS
7: The latest news from the cycle industry.
46: Job changes and updates from the Trade.
PRODUCTS
Sector guides, including new products (56), bike security (59) and bike storage (65). Including a Sponsored sector guide from Squire.