NBDA News Hour August 2025
Listen to our monthly News Hour episode with Human Powered Solutions team. We recap high priority headlines for specialty retailers so you can stay informed!
Entries by Frances Abbott
NBDA Announces First Women In the Bicycle Industry (WIBI) In-Person Gathering in Chicago
The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is thrilled to announce the first Women in the Bicycle Industry (WIBI) In-Person Gathering, taking place Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Chicago, IL. This free, full-day event is designed to connect and empower women, trans, femme, and non-binary individuals working in the cycling industry – whether they’re shop owners, […]
Bosch Expert Hour: Get Up to Speed on the Latest Product Announcements
Stay up to date on Bosch’s latest eBike system innovations, designed to enhance rider experience and drive retail success. Stephen “Phunky” Proffitt will walk you through key updates including: Higher performance values for Performance Line CX and other drive units Importance of the eBike Flow app for Performance Upgrade New eMTB+ mode offering greater dynamics […]
The Freshly Minted: Suzette Ayotte on Building a Purpose-Driven Brand
In this episode, we sit down with Suzette Ayotte, founder and owner of MINT socks, to talk about her evolution in the cycling industry and what inspired her to launch her own brand.
NBDA Member Call Out: Northtowne Cycling Celebrates 100 Years
Northtowne Cycling & Fitness proudly celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special ribbon cutting, honoring a century of dedication to community, health, and the love of cycling. What began in 1925 with Willard Morgan at 510 3rd Avenue has grown into a multi-generational, community-driven business. Derek Stepanek, the current owner (4th generation), spoke about how […]
Bikeflights: Faster, Easier and Friendlier Than Ever!
In this episode, Lifan Irwin and Michael Potter from Bikeflights reveal how their innovative shipping platform makes sending bikes faster, easier, and more reliable for both retailers and riders.
NBDA Partners with Crankworx Whistler to Support North American Cycling Industry
Association to Host VIP Industry Event and Expo Presence, Setting Foundation for 2026 NBDA Retailer Summit Canada WHISTLER, BC – The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is proud to announce its participation in Crankworx Whistler 2025, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s commitment to strengthening the specialty bicycle retail industry across North America. The […]
NBDA Membership Pays for Itself
We know our members get value from a membership with the NBDA. With the introduction of our Member Savings program, members can log in to their account and find immediate ways to lower hard costs. Our team has worked hard to secure brand and supplier partnerships that help push our industry forward through supporting our […]
Digital Marketing for Bike Shops
Running a profitable business in the modern retail world is all about taking action and adapting to meet shoppers where they’re at. At Workstand, our sole focus is helping you do just that to remain competitive and sell more. We’ll discuss how to efficiently and effectively market your business to create more selling opportunities. You […]
Bicycle Industry Retailer & Supplier Best Practices Panel 7/15/25
The NBDA holds quarterly forum style meetings on Retailer & Supplier Best Practices. The NBDA wishes to unite industry experts in a panel discussion to circulate best practices to align the industry. During the meeting, the NBDA organized panel will talk through an agenda on various topics.
