Editor's note: The following article appeared in the January 2013 issue of Bicycle Retailer & Industry News. WASHINGTON, D.C. (BRAIN) — While the industry’s three prominent advocacy groups decided to continue to work ...
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Representatives of newly launched file-storage and sharing service Mega addressed some of the concerns raised by security researchers in recent days about the site's architecture and the implementation of its cryptographic features. In a ...
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LAGUNA, CA (BRAIN) — KORE is offering two new hub designs designed to work with SRAM's XX1 drivetrain. The company is offering XX1 freehubs in its 2013 Durox and Torsion hubs in alloy and chromoly versions. The hubs also will be ...
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LOS ANGELES, CA (BRAIN) — Fixed-gear bike company Pure Fix Cycles has hired industry veteran Terry Duran as global sales manager. Duran was previously national sales manager for Scott Sports' U.S. bike division. The company said ...
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SALT LAKE CITY (BRAIN) — Salt Lake City officials, along with hundreds of part-time workers who support Outdoor Retailer’s winter and summer shows, are breathing a sigh of relief — Outdoor Retailer will remain at the Salt ...
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DUARTE, CA (BRAIN) — Longtime Cannondale and Pacific Cycle product managers Curt Davis and Greg Blake have joined folding bike brand Dahon as directors of product development. Davis comes to the company with more than 15 years of ...
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OAKLAND, CA (BRAIN) — A federal appeals court has affirmed Hydrapak's victory in a patent infringement lawsuit. Source Vagabond Systems had sued Hydrapak over alleged patent infringement involving the closure system on the brand's ...
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PHILADELPHIA, PA (BRAIN) — The mayor of Philadelphia said Tuesday that he will work to bring "a major pro cycling event" back to the city as soon as next year. Organizers of the long-running Philadelphia International Cycling ...
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved L300 neurostimulation system, designed for treating children suffering from foot drop. The neuromuscular stimulation device, which also helps in treating children suffering from ...
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Few accessories can transform your home as magically as indoor water fountains. Not only do they create a mobile work of art in your home but they also pleasure your senses with the sound of running water and infuse your atmosphere with ...
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IT and tech salaries rise to avoid a brain drain from the UK. A study revealed that the UK could face a shortfall of 33,000 technology workers by 2050. According to specialist recruiter, Randstad Technologies, the UK's workforce will ...
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Hugh Walton is going back to work for Descente, the clothing brand with which he has had a long relationship. Walton, still recovering from a stroke and open heart surgery last year, is the new assistant manager of Descente North ...
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Nintendo will be offering a Wii U GamePad Accessory Set to help owners protect their screens while ensuring that Wii U users get the most out of their GamePad controller. The set will be available in stores on February 4 for a suggested ...
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VICENZA, Italy (BRAIN) — Bianchi is buying Italian parts and accessories distributor Alpen By Verza Srl, the company announced Thursday. Alpen By Verza has been operating for more than 30 years. Bianchi said the purchase was an ...
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BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — Bell Helmets is partnering with IMBA to launch a program that will offer $100,000 in grants to build mountain bike trails in 2013 and 2014. Bell will award three technical assistance grants, allowing ...