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3 Jan 2024

For our latest retailer spotlight, we spoke with Steven Grimwood from the brilliant Elmy Cycles in Ipswich, who has been working in the cycle trade since he was 14 years old

3 Jan 2024

Bike theft in the UK has effectively been 'decriminalised' as more than 365,000 cases went unsolved in the last five years, the Liberal Democrats have claimed.

3 Jan 2024

A new year means new challenges – but also new opportunities for cycle traders too and planning now so you can gain a competitive advantage and thrive in the warmer months will be key to...

2 Jan 2024

Hudjo is the first online marketplace that lets cyclists park with locals, which relieves the anxiety of parking your bike. 

20 Dec 2023

The ACT office will be open as usual (9am-5pm) for the majority of the Christmas period, with some exceptions.

19 Dec 2023

Bira's CEO, Andrew Goodacre, took the spotlight on BBC Breakfast this week and later spoke with Nicky Campbell on BBC Radio 5 Live, shedding light on the rise in retail crime and shop theft,...

14 Dec 2023

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a new safety message, highlighting the steps people should take when owning or thinking of buying an e-bike or scooter.

13 Dec 2023

A bike shop that was created to provide jobs for ex-offenders leaving prison has now become a safe space for people to park their bikes.

11 Dec 2023

ACT member On The Brakes in Leigh on Sea, Essex is celebrating after being named independent business of the year in a local competition set up by a local MP to celebrate the “incredible...

11 Dec 2023

A controversial ban on e-bikes in certain pedestrianised parts of Coventry city centre has come into force, with the deputy leader of the council warning that riders can expect strict...

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Explore South Wales with the new V12 Sportive!

Posted on in Cycles News , Outdoor News

The new and exciting V12 Sportive challenges cyclists to conquer the demanding climbs of South Wales in a 75 or 100 mile route starting and finishing on the iconic Barry Island Resort.

The 100 mile routes take you east from Barry, along the coast to Newport and then over Caerphilly Mountain. After this you will get the opportunity to take on some demanding climbs in the valleys including one of the nation's favourite ups- The Bwlch! Following this the route heads back to the coast and loops around to finish on the prom where you will receive your well-deserved medal! The 75 mile route follows an equally challenging structure where you can also experience the beauty of the Welsh valley and the challenge of Caerphilly Mountain. You can then enjoy the satisfaction of looking at your chip timing and comparing the KOM section split time with others!

The event takes place on the 12th August starting at 8.30am with small departure waves. Both routes are fully marked, marshalled and stocked up with sumptuous food and drink stations along the way.

Visit the V12 Sportive online to find out more information and sign up!

Ride it away finance

V12 retail finance are the long-standing partner of the ACT, bringing Ride it away retail finance to customers of the IBD.

Find out more about Ride it away retail finance here.

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