Entries by Frances Abbott

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How to Win Chargebacks: A Guide for Bicycle Retailers

For bicycle retailers, chargebacks are more than an annoyance. They can eat away at your revenue, take time to resolve, and damage your merchant account if they happen too often. But here’s the reality: Merchants can and do win chargeback disputes. The key is knowing how to respond, what evidence to provide, and how to […]

NBDA Supplier Sync: Hands-Free Clothing Revenue with JAKROO

Apparel can be a challenging category, JAKROO can make it simple! Join Betty and Nathan O’Neill to discover how JAKROO helps retailers, shop teams, and cycling clubs boost apparel sales, streamline ordering, and increase revenue. Learn practical strategies to grow your shop’s clothing business. You must be logged into your NBDA member account to access […]

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Don’t Squirt Petroleum In Your Face Hole: mountainFLOW Launches 95% Plant Based Water Bottle

PRESS RELEASE: mountainFLOW – Carbondale, CO mountainFLOW, the same crew behind the plant-based bike maintenance products, just dropped our newest upgrade: a 95% plant-based water bottle made from sugar cane derived bio-plastic. And no, it doesn’t taste like kombucha or compost. If you’ve used our OG bottle from 2022, this isn’t just a re-release with […]

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NBDA Survey Reveals Bosch Leads E-bike System Market in Quality and Satisfaction

Comprehensive retailer survey provides critical insights into supplier performance across North America Irvine, CA – September 12, 2025 – The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) unveiled the results of its recent survey assessing E-bike system suppliers. With the E-bike category experiencing unprecedented growth, the feedback gathered from bicycle retailers across North America provides invaluable insights […]

Empowering Retailers: Best Practices for E-Bike Battery Safety and Recycling with Call2Recycle

Join us for an informative webinar on E Bike Battery Recycling with Maggie Long of Call2Recycle, the nation’s leading battery stewardship organization. With the support of over 60 leading brands, Call2Recycle is administering a nationwide e-bike battery recycling solution for retailers and riders of participating brands. Discover how your shop can serve as a battery […]

Keep More, Pay Less: Tax Strategies Every Bike Shop Should Know

93% of businesses overpay their taxes—and bike shops are no exception. Join Ed Lyon, author, speaker, nationally recognized tax strategist and “the funniest tax guy in America,” for an eye-opening session that goes beyond basic compliance to uncover powerful, legal tax-saving opportunities tailored to independent retailers. Learn how to think proactively about your taxes and keep […]