preferred-google-button
log in
register

bike industry

Local Bike Shop in London (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Is the cycling industry back on track? UK bike market returns to growth for first time in four years, new report finds

According to the Bicycle Association’s annual report, the total market value for the UK cycling industry is up five per cent year-on-year – the first time that’s happened since 2020

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 17:23
1
Giant Contend SL 1 Disc

Giant CEO lobbies Trump administration to lift bike import ban after forced labour allegations

The bike manufacturer insists there are "no abusive practices" or "debt-bonded labour" and that the company "remains firmly committed to human rights and regulatory compliance"

Tue, Mar 10, 2026 11:48
4
Frog 47 green 1

Redundancies at Frog Bikes after popular children’s bike brand files to appoint administrators

The job losses suggest the company has yet to find new ownership

Wed, Feb 25, 2026 10:57
4
2025 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp Di2.jpg

Specialized and Trek among major bike brands suing US government to recover Trump tariff costs following Supreme Court ruling

Bike industry joins the queue of companies looking for rebates following the Supreme Court's ruling some Trump tariffs were implemented illegally

Tue, Feb 24, 2026 09:51
o
2025 Giant Defy Advanced SL 1 – front.jpg

Worrying start to 2026 for Giant as bike brand’s revenue slumps by 22% in January

Giant’s weak opening month of the year follows a turbulent time for the Taiwanese manufacturer, which was the subject of a prolonged embargo by the US government over forced labour allegations

Mon, Feb 23, 2026 16:16
o
2025 Garmin Edge 850

The fitness tech boom continues: Garmin reports record revenue for 2025

“Looking forward, we anticipate building on this momentum with many exciting new product launches throughout the year,” the company’s president and CEO Cliff Pemble said

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 13:06
o
Raleigh Mustang Elite – down tube.jpg

The ultimate bike industry boom and bust disaster story? Private equity firm that invested huge sums in Raleigh’s parent company has lost over £1 billion

Accell, which also owns Lapierre, Babboe, and a host of other bike and e-bike brands, says it has secured new financial backing as part of its latest restructuring process, which it claims will “fundamentally transform the business”

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 11:25
o
2022 Dauphine – Ineos Grenadiers Pinarello Dogma F 2 shimano

Shimano profits slashed in half despite slight sales rise as company blames “weak demand” and rising geopolitical risks

The Japanese manufacturer's fortunes echo those seen across the bicycle industry

Wed, Feb 11, 2026 17:34
2
Frog 47 green 1

Frog Bikes files to appoint administrators amid “series of significant challenges”

Popular children's bike brand insists "all parties are committed to securing a positive outcome for the business" and remain hopeful of attracting investment

Tue, Feb 10, 2026 11:03
7
Campagnolo Super Record X October 2025

Campagnolo rules out “any form of layoffs” and hits out at “inaccurate” media reports on troubles – but admits “deep internal reorganisation” is taking place

“The goal is to simplify, reduce decision-making layers, speed up processes, and give space to the young talents who are already part of the organisation. This is not a cosmetic change,” the iconic Italian brand said

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 11:00
1