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Shimano joins forces with Dainese |
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Jun 30, 2009 - 1:03 PM - by Steveb
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From Bikebiz.co.uk
Shimano and Dainese have combined their sales and distribution offices in Europe, making Shimano the exclusive distributor of Dainese’s protection gear for mountain biking.
The agreement comes into effect from Wednesday July 1st, covering Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Shimano said that it is looking to grow the mountain bike protection gear market through the deal: “Mountain biking developed itself from two disciplines, downhill and cross country, to a multiple discipline sport that requires specific products for each kind of rider,” explained president of Shimano Europe Marc van Rooij.
“Body protection is getting more and more important in that perspective and who else than Dainese can fill in that gap... [Read More]
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Planning permission granted for Magheramorne Quarry |
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Jun 27, 2009 - 10:15 AM - by ColB
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Press release from CAAN:-
CAAN delight as World Cycling Centre moves a step closer
The Countryside Access and Activities Network (CAAN) is delighted with the announcement that planning permission has been granted for the redevelopment of Magheramorne Quarry.
Environment Minister Sammy Wilson today approved plans submitted by Lafarge Cement UK in May 2006 to build a harbour eco-village on the site of a derelict cement works and quarry near Larne.
The Minister said during a visit to Magheramorne Quarry: “This is an imaginative and unique opportunity for Northern Ireland that will reuse what has become a redundant quarry and replace it with a major tourist attraction.This is an ambitious and exciting £100million project for the 21st Century. It will create a variety of jobs and should also draw a range of tourists to the area."
Outdoor recreation is a key part of the redevelopment plans... [Read More]
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Belfast Cycle City |
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Jun 22, 2009 - 9:53 AM - by andybelfast
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This summer, Belfast Friends of the Earth are launching a new campaign, “Belfast Cycle City”, which will promote a new report produced by Belfast Friends of the Earth, Sustrans and the Northern Ireland Cycling Initiative. The report and campaign will set ambitious cycling targets for the year 2020, and ask for a new cycling strategy in Belfast and increased resource commitments from the government to meet these. The focus will be to lobby Belfast City Councillors and the Department for Regional Development, urging them to address the issues being raised.
A number of events are already being planned for the campaign. Next Wednesday (24th June) there will be an informal meeting in Common Grounds cafe at 8pm, and finishing around 9pm. It will be an opportunity to meet others who are interested in the campaign, discuss the report and objectives for the city and find out how you can become more involved.
The meeting is open to all, so feel welcome to bring... [Read More]
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Norco recall |
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May 20, 2009 - 1:42 PM - by MTBrider
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Norco has announced a recall on several models from the 2007 to 2009 model years.
Reports have been received that the head tubes on many frames may develop cracks when used in rough conditions. These cracks could cause the head tube to separate from the remainder of the frame.
The recall affects the following models: 2007 Team DH, 2008 Team DH, ALine PE, Atomik, Shore 1-2-3 and 2009 Atomik (without gussets)
Owners are advised to return the bike immediately to your local Norco dealer, who have been advised that customers may be in touch regarding a free front triangle replacement.
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