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“My industry cannot survive”: Tern Bicycles facing $1 million Trump tariff charges for e-bike shipments, as its US manager urges bike industry to “blow up” Republicans “with letters”

The Taiwanese bike manufacturer said that it’s scrambling to beat the 9 April customs deadline that could see its expenses increase by 4,000%, while also emphasising concerns for the broader bike industry

Sun, Apr 06, 2025 13:33
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Starling Cycles 26er

Trump tariffs see UK bike brand offer customers 5% discount to “meet them halfway”, as cycling industry gripped by more uncertainty

The full effects of the US president’s new tariffs on imports are currently being digested by the industry, but are expected to lead to higher prices and a sluggish retail market

Fri, Apr 04, 2025 17:25
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2025 Giro Empire SLX II shoe black riding

Dear cycling shoe makers: please spare a thought for us wide boys and girls

Bigfoot does exist... and he rides a bike according to Steve Thomas, who asks: isn’t it time for all manufacturers to cater for those of us hobbling around in need of a bigger and broader solution?

Thu, Apr 03, 2025 16:37
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Feather Cycle unfinished custom frame

“I could earn more as a Deliveroo driver”: Feather Cycles founder announces custom frame brand’s demise, citing cancelled orders and claiming “bike industry doesn’t make people rich”

“I’m super proud of what I’ve achieved. The plan is to go out on a high,” York frame builder Ricky Feather said, announcing he will build 50 more bikes before closing down in two years

Thu, Apr 03, 2025 14:09
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Brixton Cycles fundraiser

Iconic London bike shop Brixton Cycles closes citing “rising costs and brutal economic climate”

The much-loved South London shop and community hub has announced that it is permanently closing its doors after months of speculation

Wed, Apr 02, 2025 13:48
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2024 Colnago C68 carbon bike factory rows of frames

Trump’s tariffs might just tip the bike industry over the edge

Aside from our little April Fools' prank yesterday, there is potentially very serious consequences for cycling if President Trump gets his way, argues George Hill

Wed, Apr 02, 2025 13:33
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2024 Sidi x Eroica Tenacia shoe

Cycling shoe brand Sidi reports £3m profit increase and 33% revenue growth, two years after takeover

“The positive results over 2024 are the result of Sidi’s desire to constantly innovate and improve,” the Italian brand’s CEO said, highlighting the success of Sidi’s new product range

Thu, Mar 27, 2025 15:38
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2022 Komoot route planning

“Totally blindsided”: Cuts and job losses expected at Komoot after route planning app bought by Italian tech firm infamous for mass layoffs

Komoot employees say they have been “blindsided” by Bending Spoons’ purchase, which comes after the brand introduced a new premium subscription for users to send routes to bike computers

Fri, Mar 21, 2025 15:42
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Merida eScultura 400 2021

Merida posts £180m loss — but insists eye-watering figure a “one-time” hit and sales are up 48% in 2025

Despite sales also rising in 2024, Taiwanese bike manufacturer's investment in Specialized, deferred tax losses, expansion of retail premises, and inventory woes blamed for "one-time impact" that it says would not be repeated

Tue, Mar 18, 2025 10:57
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2024 Giant TCR Advanced Pro 0 AXS – riding 1.jpg

Giant profits plummet by 60% as inventory woes and heavy discounting bite, but bike brand confident of “recovery” in 2025

Sales dropped 7.4 per cent in 2024 but remained above pre-pandemic levels, Giant noting "reduction in demand" and inventory provision losses of £44.4 million hit business

Mon, Mar 17, 2025 11:51
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