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Dirk Zedler on: fork steerer tubes made of carbon

Light and ultralight road bikes, time trial bikes, cyclocross and gravel bikes usually have carbon steerer tubes. For 20 years, such steerers have been the number one cause for recalls in the cycling industry. Manufacturers, dealers and users are equally called upon to ensure their bikes are safe.

Dirk Zedler on: market surveillance procedures

Markets for bicycles are growing — drawing greater attention from the various market surveillance authorities. Sales bans are being imposed on manufacturers for a variety of different reasons.

Dirk Zedler on: bicycle experts

Higher prices, more complex technology: increase in court cases and insurance cases where bikes are involved. That's why more bicycle experts are needed.

Delivery delays, supply bottlenecks for spare parts, long lines in workshops, lack of skilled personnel – bike dealers are currently facing a sea of challenges. So what can be done to ensure that business thrives in the medium and long term?

With e-bikes continuing their sales boom, front and rear wheels are increasingly the focus of attention, since the limited lifespan of wheel components often leads to arguments with customers. What can dealers and manufacturers do about that?

Rapidly increasing numbers of cargo bikes are being sold and used on the road. What do dealers and manufacturers have to learn from the first product recalls and the continued testing of car magazines and automobile associations?