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MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Harry Rayfield Spehar, Trek's first product manager and a major contributor to the development of its bicycles and company culture, died on Oct. 13 at age 80 as a consequence of an aphasic stroke in June 2024.
IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — The National Bicycle Dealers Association's 2026 Specialty Bicycle Retailer Report, which offers insight into the challenges, operations, and outlook of the North American market is now available for download.
(BRAIN) — Thule has acquired Aeroe, a New Zealand-based company specializing in bike packing bags, racks and accessories. Thule said the Aeroe products will be integrated within the Thule brand by the second quarter next year.
(PINKBIKE) — According to a bulletin Pinkbike obtained that was sent to retailers, RockShox has issued a stop-ride notice for some Zeb forks related to an "out of specification upper tube which could result in loss of air pressure in use."
Malmö, SWEDEN ( BRAIN) — Swedish hydration pack and accessory maker USWE is reporting first-half sales of SEK62.8 million ($6.4 million), down 11% from the first half last year.
USWE's currency-adjusted organic growth for the period was -4%, compared to 24% growth in the period last year.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (BRAIN) — A U.S. district judge dismissed a Florida woman's lawsuit against Walmart when the front wheel of an e-bike purchased from the retailer detached and injured the rider.
OLATHE, Kan. (BRAIN) — Garmin recorded record consolidated revenue in the third quarter with a 12% year-over-year increase. Its Fitness segment, which includes cycling products, posted a 16% rise in revenue.
OSAKA, Japan (BRAIN) — Shimano’s bicycle component sales increased 4.6% to ¥278.4 billion ($1.76 billion) in the first nine months of the company’s fiscal years while operating income in the division increased 10.9% over the period.
TRENTON, N.J. (BRAIN) — An assemblywoman will hold an e-bike demonstration and education day conducted by Velotric representatives on Thursday at the State House.
STOCKHOLM (BRAIN) — Thule Group's third-quarter net sales grew 3% year-over-year despite a continued sluggish North America market.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (BRAIN) — A man is suing a bicycle shop and Rad Power Bikes after the front wheel of his e-bike detached after applying the brakes, causing various injuries when he was thrown to the pavement.
(BRAIN) — According to a health data and analytics company report, e-bike injury rates increased 760.2% between 2023 and August 2026 while traditional bike injuries remained fairly stable, rising 7.9%. However, the study didn't separate e-bikes from e-motos.
Updated with company statement. About 143 workers affected by the decision.
WILTON, Conn. (BRAIN) — Cannondale is closing its longtime headquarters building here and consolidating its North American sales and operations in Santa Cruz, California. California is home to fellow Pon.Bike-owned brands Santa Cruz and Cervélo.
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(BRAIN) — Batch Bicycles released the GB.1 gravel bike, an entry-level model for $999 and designed for those looking to participate in one of the sport's fastest growing segments.
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