All Mountainbiking articles – Page 2
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ArticleFox Factory sells Marucci Sports for $225m
The divestment unwinds Fox’s 2023 expansion into baseball and softball, reduces debt and refocuses the group on its core performance markets.
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News briefsAccell attracts 60 bids in search for new owners
Administrators have received bids for individual brands and larger parts of the insolvent bicycle group as they pursue a possible restart.
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News briefsBackcountry acquires mobile bike service network Velofix
The acquisition gives the US outdoor retailer a mobile service network as it moves to integrate assembly and delivery with online bike sales.
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News briefsMVC Group acquires bikepacking specialist Tailfin
The deal adds premium bikepacking equipment to the group’s portfolio and is expected to accelerate the British brand’s international expansion.
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News briefsRapha CEO Fran Millar steps down amid planned restructuring
The cycling apparel brand is preparing organizational changes and job cuts after revenue declined and losses widened in its latest financial year.
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News briefsSweet Protection launches VIZ high-visibility bike helmet collection
The Norwegian protection brand is combining high-visibility colors and reflective detailing with six adult cycling helmets and a junior model for FW26/27.
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ArticleWeSports secures up to SEK 1bn for acquisition strategy
The Nordic sports specialist has more than doubled its potential credit facility as it pursues further acquisitions and targets SEK 10 billion in sales by 2031.
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ArticleDutech courts Accell dealers as takeover process continues
Potential Accell buyer Dutech has outlined a dealer-focused model and urged retailers to maintain their 2027 commitments while the insolvent bike group’s sale process continues.
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News briefsSpecialized founder Mike Sinyard returns as CEO at age 76
The 76-year-old founder and majority owner will return to the operational helm of Specialized on Nov. 1, succeeding Armin Landgraf.
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News briefsRöko acquires 99% of Italy’s CyTech
The Swedish investment group has acquired 99 percent of the Italian cycling-component specialist, which generates €27 million in annual sales.
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ArticleSimplon production company enters second insolvency in two years
The Austrian company producing Simplon bicycles has entered restructuring again with €33.4 million in liabilities, much of it stemming from its previous insolvency.
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News briefsCampagnolo sells minority stake to Pinarello owner
The Campagnolo family will retain control as Ivan Glasenberg’s investment company takes a minority stake in the historic Italian cycling component maker.
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News briefsCorratec adds Avinox-powered carbon e-MTBs for 2027
The German bike brand is adding two performance-oriented carbon full-suspension models built around the Avinox M2S system for the 2027 model year.
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ArticleFantic completes revamped e-MTB range with Rhapsody enduro platform
The Italian brand’s new MY27 enduro platform combines a full-carbon frame, Bosch’s latest CX drive and 180 mm forks across three specifications.
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ArticleLenz acquires Swiss glove specialist Snowlife
The Austrian heated-apparel specialist is taking full ownership of Snowlife after 15 years of cooperation, while retaining the Swiss brand, team and operations.
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ArticleEurobike reverses course on 2027 date and annual schedule
Following further industry consultations, Eurobike has abandoned its previously announced September 2027 date and will remain an annual, three-day B2B event.
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ArticleNorrøna expands beyond products with adventure travel push
The Norwegian outdoor company is broadening its business beyond apparel and equipment with guided trips, proprietary destinations and premium adventure experiences.
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ArticleGoPro agrees Starman Optical merger in major strategic reset
The action-camera pioneer will remain publicly listed but move into AI infrastructure and defense under a deal that gives shareholders $285 million in cash and a 10 percent stake in the combined company.
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ArticleDecathlon plans 50% stake in Sport 2000 France
The proposed tie-up could give Decathlon access to Sport 2000’s strong mountain network while opening the door for its brands at independent retailers.
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News briefsION Bike and SQlab appoint UK sales agent
The two Boards & More brands have appointed industry veteran Josh Whiting to develop dealer relationships and provide local DTC support in the UK.
