Restrap, the Leeds-based bikepacking brand, has announced the appointment of John Hollier as a new sales agent for the south west of England Hollier has - BikeBiz
We are pleased to announce we have a new South West England sales agent, John Hollier. John has been covering the southwest of England and Wales for various companies as a Rep/Sales Agent for over 14 years, including stints with Paliagap, Madison/Sportline, and the last two years with Velotech Services, Oneway Distribution, Back Street Distribution, Stimulus Sport, and
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Craig Middleton, sales manager, Pinpoint
Middleton has been working in the cycling industry since 2010, launching his own brand, Onix Bikes. He sold Onix in 2012 before taking on roles at Nrg4 and Limar, eventually joining Pinpoint in February 2019.
What efforts has Limar made in consideration of its environmental impact?
Limar recently removed plastic bags from its cardboard boxes and no longer offers plastic bags at consumer shows. Although the brand has made efforts to reduce its impact, the ‘EPS’ plastic moulding used to make its helmets, along with most other manufacturers, is not easily recyclable.
Do you think customers care?
In five years with Limar, Middleton was approached by just one consumer asking about the environmental impacts of the brand. This lack of environmental consideration is similarly replicated in the trade arena.
Velotech Services is reassuring its stockists regarding UK Rotor supply, following recent media reports regarding low stock of parts and accessories.
CEO Robin Corder said the distributor is not expecting any supply issues this year on ranges of chainsets, chainrings, power products and bottom bracket consumables.
“Rotor components are manufactured in Madrid and have an entirely European supply chain,” said Corder. “We have no issue nor do we expect any supply issues in 2021 on any of our ranges of chainsets, chainrings, power products and bottom bracket consumables.
“Rotor cranksets starting at £299 RRP and power crank packages at £699 RRP are in stock and available for dispatch. We can assure our B2B partners that our supply forecast remains strong despite increased demand, so we can continue to supply your customers at this incredibly busy time.