Tag Archive for: bike community

BRR: Growing Ridership and Retailer Foot Traffic Panel 7/10/25 Recap

This panel brings proactive thoughts on solutions that could facilitate growth in ridership numbers and a return to cycling.

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!

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.

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.

30 Years of Perspective: Industry Lessons and Vision with Rob Kaplan

Today we sit down with Rob Kaplan, Head of Sales and Marketing at Bulls Bikes USA. With over 30 years in the cycling industry, Rob is widely respected for his thoughtful leadership and big picture vision.

NBDA News Hour July 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!

State of the US Bicycle Industry: Insights and Strategies for 2025 6/24/25

Catch up on the state of the US Bicycle Industry with the recording of our engaging 60-minute webinar. Our panel explored the current state and future outlook of the US bicycle industry. Listen now to key voices from across the industry.

Inside CyclErie’s Community-Driven Growth with Jenny and DJ

What started as kids’ bike camps during the COVID boom has grown into one of Colorado’s most exciting and community-driven bike shops. In this episode, Jenny and DJ Johnson of CyclErie share how they built a customer first, ego free business.

Coffee, Creativity & Cycling: Building Community with Nicole Poko of Scout’s

In this episode of Bicycle Retail Radio, we sit down with Nicole Poko, artist, cyclist, and owner of Scout’s Coffee Bar + Mercantile in New Jersey. Nicole shares how creativity, intentional space design, and deep community connections help fuel her small business success.

Why Owning Your Shop’s Building Might Be the Smartest Move You Make

Ed Fischer, a Commercial Real Estate Broker and former bike shop owner, to explore a game-changing topic for independent bike retailers: owning your building.