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LOS GATOS, Calif. (BRAIN) — Influential industry pioneer Jim Blackburn passed away peacefully in his home last week surrounded by family. He was 86.
BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — For our January magazine edition, we introduce this year's State of Retail panel members and their businesses, representing 224-plus years of experience in the industry and specialty retail.
OSLO, Finland (BRAIN) — Norwegian tire startup reTyre has closed on a 7 million euro ($8.1 million) funding round that includes cycling startup investor Fundracer.
As a lifelong advocate for the bicycle industry, I have seen how legislative "quick fixes" often create lasting damage. In New Jersey, we are currently facing such a moment.
(BRAIN) — U.K.-based apparel brand Endura is laying off multiple employees as it moves its operations from Scotland to London, a move that follows a financial report showing losses for a second consecutive year.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — Rad Power Bikes is closing two of its RadRetail company stores today — in St. Petersburg, Florida, and Vancouver, British Columbia — as its bankruptcy proceedings continue.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — PNW Components is recalling about 1,200 Loam Gen 2 aluminum pedals because the axle can crack and cause the body to detach from the crank.
EL PASO, Texas (BRAIN) — Osprey and Hydro Flask parent Helen of Troy reported third-quarter consolidated net sales declined 3.4% year-over-year with Home & Outdoor segment sales slipping 6.7%.
GREENVILLE, S.C. (BRAIN) — Co-founder Nicole Johnson is now CEO of Boyd Cycling, succeeding Boyd Johnson, who will concentrate on engineering and product development.
CAMARILLO, Calif. (BRAIN) — Industry product developer, executive and consultant Brad Hughes died on New Year’s Eve at 71.
LOUISVILLE, Colo. (BRAIN) — Wheels Manufacturing acquired accessory manufacturer Mirrycle Corporation, which includes the Incredibell brands. Financial details, including the purchase price, were not released.
MILAN (BRAIN) — Dutch conglomerate Accell Group has sold the titanium frame brand Van Nicholas to Italian cargo brand Velo-ce.
TUCSON (BRAIN) — Industry veteran Michael Forte announced his acquisition of The Bike Shop List, a source of bicycle shop locations and brand information across North America.
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LAS VEGAS (BRAIN) — Segway released details of a new accessory line at the CES 2026 show here, including an automatic dropper post and integrated radar kit for e-bikes.
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