Tag Archive for: retail

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How a release (waiver) can protect your customers and your business

Whether demoing a bike, renting bikes, sponsoring rides or races, or leading a store ride, you are possibly increasing your liability beyond fixing and selling bikes. At the same time, those acts increase your store's visibility and keep loyal customers coming back. There are three things you can do to decrease or eliminate your liability for these and other actions.
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National Bicycle Dealers Association Appoints Andrew Feenstra of Cyclesmith Halifax as First Vice Chair of NBDA Board

The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) proudly announces the appointment of Andrew Feenstra, owner of Cyclesmith Halifax, as the First Vice Chair of the NBDA Board. This appointment underscores the NBDA's commitment to fostering leadership within the bicycle retail industry.
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National Bicycle Dealers Association Launches Expanded E-Bike Database for Industry Standards

The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) announces the expansion of its e-bike database initiative, now serving as a comprehensive resource for certified and insured e-bikes available in the U.S. This database, the only one of its kind, is a vital tool for retailers, consumers, e-bike incentive programs, and municipalities seeking to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality in the e-bike market.
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Nearly 100 Retailers Are Diligently Striving For NBDA Retailer Excellence Award

The National Bicycle Dealership Association (NBDA) is pleased to announce that nearly nearly 100 retailers, representing 150 locations around North America, are working on a number of business-strengthening activities to earn this year’s coveted NBDA Retailer Excellence Award.
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National Bicycle Dealers Association Unveils Agenda for Retailer Summit 2024: A Must-Attend Event to Boost Profitability

The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is thrilled to announce the release of the agenda for Retailer Summit 2024, set to take place from May 22nd to May 23rd at the 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville. This event promises to be a game-changer for bicycle retailers seeking insights and strategies to enhance their business profitability.
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Thomson Bike Tours reaches new peaks in global partnerships

Already renowned as the #1 Tour de France Premium Tour Operator, Thomson Bike Tours has recently enhanced its global notoriety through a series of strategic partnerships. Teaming up with industry giants Specialized, Santini, RidewithGPS, Skratch Labs, and Belgian Waffle Ride; Thomson is poised to elevate its trip support and experience to World Tour level.
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The Bike Gallery Celebrates 50 Years

No one embodies the rich history of Charlotte's bike market quite like Alirio "Al" Lizarazo, a visionary whose journey from Colombia to the Queen City in 1962 would forever shape the landscape of cycling in our beloved region. In 1970, Al Lizarazo's odyssey took a pivotal turn when he joined a local hardware store that not only sold bicycles but also serviced them with care and expertise.
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National Bicycle Dealers Association Calls for Input in E-Bike System Supplier Study

The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) is calling upon bicycle retailers across North America to participate in a crucial survey aimed at assessing E-bike System Suppliers. As the E-bike category continues its rapid expansion, fostering strong relationships with suppliers becomes paramount.
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Basso and Lee Cougan – Dealer Direct Program for the US Market

Stardue Group, the holding company of Basso and Lee Cougan, has announced a dealer direct program for the US market. Stardue Group is a family-owned and managed business based in the north of Italy. All bicycles are hand made in Italy. From design and engineering to production and assembly, the entire process is controlled by the company.
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NBDA Bicycle Industry Retailer and Supplier Best Practices Panel Unites to Align the Industry

The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) Bicycle Industry Retailer and Supplier Best Practices Panel convened on January 16, 2024, to address global supplier and retailer working ways with discussions aimed at fostering methods to maximize industry financial health and profitability. The panel's discussions revolved around Discounts and Online Pricing, DTC Sales and Servicing, DTC Sales Assembly, Set Up and Shipping and finally, Promoting the Value of the Specialty Bicycle Retailer.