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The Association of Cycle Traders, known as the ACT, is the largest cycle trade organisation in the UK

The ACT is a membership organisation representing the interests of over 3000 specialist cycle retailers and their supply partners throughout the UK. Established early last century, the ACT have been promoting specialist bike retailers for over 80 years and are committed to the support and longevity of speciality cycle retailing, delivering width of consumer choice, value and service. The ACT works with ActSmart to deliver essential services, business support, consumer promotion and development opportunities to the cycle trade.

13/10/2026

Deliveroo is piloting speed and GPS technology to help identify riders using illegal e-bikes, as calls grow for tougher action on non-compliant bikes and conversion kits.

For legitimate cycle retailers, helping customers understand the difference between safe, road-legal e-bikes and illegal electric motorcycles has never been more important.

ACT and the Bicycle Association’s E-Bike Positive trust mark is helping consumers identify safe, road-legal e-bikes and the responsible retailers selling and maintaining them.

Are you a cycle shop? Join the growing network supporting safer, responsible e-bike retailing across the UK.

Read the full story - https://bit.ly/Deliveroo-illegal-ebike

12/10/2026

Struggling to Find the Right Insurance for Your Bike Business?

Many businesses face challenges finding adequate cover. Our partnership with Bikmo offers specialist insurance designed specifically for the cycling sector, addressing gaps and impractical terms often found elsewhere.

Explore tailored insurance solutions for your business: https://bit.ly/act-bikmo-insurance

05/10/2026

Why Specialist Cycle Insurance Matters for Your Business

The cycling industry has unique risks. Bikmo policies, now more accessible through ACT, are crafted to cover everything from workshop liabilities to stock protection, ensuring your business is properly protected.

Understand the specific benefits for your type of cycling business: https://bit.ly/act-bikmo-insurance

01/10/2026

Europe needs 105,000 more bike mechanics by 2032

The new NextGen Mechanics report highlights the growing skills gap facing the cycle industry and sets out recommendations for developing the workforce and strengthening training across Europe.

ACT Director, Jonathan Harrison contributed to the report and co-chairs the Vocational Education & Training Expert Group with Innovam.

Read the report and find out more about the recommendations - https://bit.ly/Bike-Mechanics-Europe

28/09/2026

What's Your Biggest Insurance Concern for Your Cycling Business?

We've partnered with Bikmo to bring you specialist solutions. Share your thoughts below, and let us know what kind of protection matters most to you!

25/09/2026

Some cycling businesses that think they're running an "event" are in fact, legally, operating as a tour operator. Joanna Evans, Head of Bikmo for Business, sits down with Chris Hutchens, co-founder of Trans Caledonia, in the next instalment of a series of articles.

Read full article - https://bit.ly/Are-you-the-operator

21/09/2026

Day two at Cycling Industry News Live!

If you're at CIN today, come and catch up with the ACT team at stand G10!

Whether you're a long-standing ACT member or simply want to say hello. We'd love to see you and have a chat.

21/09/2026

Over 100 Years of Support: ACT Continues to Champion Independent Businesses

Our partnership with Bikmo is a testament to ACT's ongoing commitment to providing valuable services to our members. We're dedicated to strengthening the cycling industry by ensuring you have the best tools and resources.

Explore all the benefits of ACT membership: https://bit.ly/act-bikmo-insurance

17/09/2026

ACT hosts the IBD Retail Reality Check

Read the full story - https://bit.ly/CIN-Live-ACT-Seminar

ACT will host a retailer panel discussion at this year's Cycling Industry News (CIN Live), bringing together independent bike dealers to discuss the realities of running a cycle retail business in today's market.

Hosted by Leon Mepham from the ACT, the IBD Retail Reality Check will offer a candid and practical look at the issues facing cycle retailers today. Panellists will share first-hand experiences of adapting their businesses, responding to changing consumer behaviour, improving profitability and identifying new opportunities for growth.

The discussion will also explore how initiatives such as E-Bike Positive can help retailers build consumer confidence and support the sustainable growth of the e-bike market.

With an open and honest discussion at its heart, the session will highlight the key issues affecting cycle retail today, while reflecting the ACT's ongoing work to represent independent retailers and ensure their voices are heard across the industry.

This retailer-led discussion will provide valuable insight for retailers, suppliers and industry stakeholders looking to better understand the realities of the market and the future direction of cycle retail.

14/09/2026

Building a Stronger Future for the Cycling Industry, Together.

The ACT and Bikmo partnership is more than just insurance; it's about fostering a resilient and thriving cycling sector. We're committed to equipping businesses with the support they need to succeed.

Join the movement – become an ACT member: https://bit.ly/act-bikmo-insurance

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Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

01273 427 700

Website

http://cycleassociation.uk/

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