Industry News
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TeamEstrogen.com Joins 1% For The Planet
February 11, 2009 Hillsboro, OR (February 11, 2009) – Oregon-based women’s athletic apparel retailer TeamEstrogen.com announced its 1% For The Planet recipients today. Read More
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AeroCat Releases Aerodynamic Triathlon and Time Trial Bicycle
February 11, 2009 Portland, IN – AeroCat LLC, an Indiana based high performance bicycle manufacturer, is pleased to announce the availability of their second new bicycle in less than a month. The AeroCat T600™ triathlon and time trial bicycle was designed for high aerodynamic performance. It is immediately available with two standard complete bike configurations and several customized options for a bicycle to meet virtually any rider's needs or preferences. Read More
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Mavic R-SYS Front Wheel Recall in the U.S.A
February 6, 2009 HAVERHILL, Mass., (Feb. 6) – As part of its ongoing commitment to customer safety and satisfaction, Mavic Inc. is currently working with the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission to conduct a product safety recall of its R-SYS front wheels. Read More
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Abio Bikes Rolls Out Chainless Folding Bicycles
January 29, 2009 NEW YORK – Abio Bikes, Inc. unveiled its new line of folding bicycles that promises to kick-start a "chainless revolution" for urban commuters and around-town recreational riders across North America. Read More
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Product Recall: Saris Cycling Group Recalls Stationary Bicycle Trainers
January 23, 2009 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Read More
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Product Recall: Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles
January 15, 2009 WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 14, 2009 — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Read More
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Avia Designs New Racing Shoes Co-created by Conrad Stoltz and Three-Time Xterra World Champion Melanie McQuaid
January 8, 2009 ALISO VIEJO, Calif. – AVIA, the leader in endurance sports racing footwear, is proud to introduce two new performance racing shoes as part of its 2009 collection, the Avi-Stoltz and Avi-Bolt II, co-developed and tested by three-time Xterra World Champion Conrad Stoltz. Also new for 2009, Avia welcomes three-time Xterra World Champion Melanie McQuaid from Victoria, BC to its team. Read More
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True Fitness Adds New "Green" Self Generating Recumbent Bike for Home Use
December 5, 2008 ST. LOUIS, Dec. 5, 2008—TRUE Fitness (www.truefitness.com), one of the most respected manufacturers of fitness products in the world, is launching a new exercise bike that is powered by a key renewable resource – you! The Excel Series (ES) 9.0 self generating recumbent bike is available now through authorized TRUE dealerships. The self generating bike does not require an outside power source, because the user creates the needed resistance through the bike’s internal generator. Traditional plug-in bikes require an outside power source to create resistance. Read More
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Solarc NGX Allows Users to "Pierce the Darkness"
October 1, 2008 Skaneateles Falls, New York, October 1, 2008 - Welch Allyn Lighting Products, a premier manufacturer of high-performance lighting and technology, has introduced Solarc NGX, a new high-intensity-discharge (HID) technology that allows its users to "pierce the darkness" like no other lighting to date. To celebrate this latest release, the company has relaunched www.solarc.net, a website for the bike, dive, ATV and flashlight markets. Read More
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Advanced Sports, Inc. Purchases Breezer
September 23, 2008 PHILADELPHIA, PA (September 22, 2008) - Advanced Sports, Inc. (ASI) and Joe Breeze announce the purchase of Breezer bikes by ASI. The purchase includes all assets and trademarks of the Breezer bicycle brand as well as an agreement with Joe Breeze for consulting services on new projects and designs. Read More
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SCOTT Bicycles Discountinues Sponsorship
August 27, 2008 Sun Valley, ID, August 26, 2008 — SCOTT Bicycles announced today that it will discontinue the sponsorship of the SCOTT-American Beef cycling team for the 2009 season. Read More
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Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Look Cycle; Pedals Can Break Causing Cyclists to Fall
August 6, 2008 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Read More
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Rocket Shower(R) Solves Sweaty Problem for Bike Commuters: "Showerless" Body Cleaner Essential Commute Accessory
July 31, 2008 Fredericksburg, Texas (July 25, 2008)-- Bicycle commuters are solving a key problem of human-powered transportation with Rocket Shower, a "showerless" body cleaner developed by a former industry advocate and Mountain Bike Hall of Fame inductee. Read More
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Bio-Degradable Bike Bottles offered by California Springs - an Industry First
July 7, 2008 Santa Fe Springs, CA (July 9, 2008) California Bike Gear has developed BioGreen Bottles(TM) a new line of biodegradable bike bottles that are now part of it's best selling California Springs line. "California Springs has introduced many innovations and firsts to the bike industry over the past 19 years ... but this new development is the best yet," says Steve Finch, company president, "It's the cornerstone of our "Green Initiative". Read More
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Hincapie Sportswear Relaunched Its Website
July 1, 2008 Greenville, SC — Hincapie™ Sportswear, a leading manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has relaunched www.GeorgeHincapie.com, the company’s website dedicated to co-owner and Team Columbia professional rider, George Hincapie (Hincapie). Hincapie is one of the most recognized and popular riders in the world, with numerous world championships, national championships and professional victories to his credit. The new website will feature behind-the-scenes photos, video interviews and rider performance data from Hincapie during the 2008 Tour de France. Read More
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Cannondale Sports Group Pledges $200,000 to Bikes Belong
July 1, 2008 During the recent Bikes Belong board meeting, Cannondale Sports Group (CSG) President and CEO Jeff Frehner pledged an additional $200,000 to support Bikes Belong and its mission to get more people riding bicycles more often. This contribution will be an annual donation of up to $200,000 -- in addition to membership dues -- that will begin in July 2008. It is another step in CSG's commitment to strengthen the bicycling community through advocacy. Read More
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"Le Burrito" at Chipotle Lets Customers Eat Like World-Class Athletes
July 1, 2008 Chipotle Mexican Grill announced that it will offer a new, limited time burrito in honor of American cycling team, Garmin-Chipotle Presented by H30, which will compete in the Tour de France in July. Called “Le Burrito,” it is made to meet the dietary needs of world-class athletes and will be featured in all Chipotle restaurants nationwide throughout the Tour de France, which runs from July 5 through July 27. Read More
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Kong Concepts Introduces Grease Monkey Wipes for On the Go Grease Removal Without Water
June 18, 2008 Austin, TX - Kong Concepts, maker of portable cleaning solutions for active individuals, proudly introduces Grease Monkey Wipes. Grease Monkey Wipes are non-toxic, individually packaged, degreasing towels perfect for cleaning grease off of skin without water. Read More
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Keep Your Groceries Cold or Warm With Wald’s New Insulated Basket Bag
June 12, 2008 Norridge, Illinois (June 11, 2008) -- Grocery shopping just got more practical. With Wald’s New Insulated Basket Bag no more worries about items “loosing their cool” due to hot weather. Just unzip the bag, place your grocery items inside and zip the bag tight. Then ride home and fill up the fridge. Read More
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TAG Wheels(R) Lowers Price on Popular FRX5 Wheelset
May 23, 2008 Newport Beach, CA (May 21, 2008) TAG Wheels(R), the US manufacturer of the toughest, lowest maintenance bicycle wheels in the world, today announces a significant price reduction on their bombproof FRX5 wheelset. The new suggested retail price of $799US vs. $949US takes effect immediately. Read More
