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A small, but growing number of manufacturers produce their products, at least partly, in Europe. Where beats the heart of the cycle industry in future?
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Since 2015, ISO 4210 has been the established global standard for testing bikes – and that’s a good thing for the entire industry. But testing to ISO 4210 alone [nbsp]does not make for a safe bike. Manufacturers should also know that merely complying with ISO 4210 may not absolve them of liability in case of product failures.
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Happy Birthday to the European Product Safety Act, which turns 20 this year! Is this reason for the bicycle industry to celebrate? The answer, I believe, is "yes." Here’s why, along with key things the industry needs to know about the law.
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It was not that long ago when 29-inch wheels made their debut on mountain bikes, and launched an instant and unstoppable trend. Within months, bikes with 26-inch wheels had become unsellable.
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Pedal-assist bicycles, or pedelecs, have lifted the bicycle industry. Electric bikes have boosted sales, created new categories of customers, and inspired a host of innovative technology. They make retailers smile, and motivate engineers to be creative and squeeze top performance out of their products.
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Bicycle retailers are used to swapping out bike parts to satisfy the wishes of a customer. lf the customer wants a softer ride or a more upright seating position, for example, it's always been a simple matter to put on wider tires or replace the handlebars.