The NBDA News Hour focuses on the news and articles contained within The Micromobility Reporter, getting a more in-depth view from a firsthand seat with the experts on the Human Powered Solutions team. The team at Human Powered Solutions has over 245 years of experience and are considered data wizards. Their monthly newsletter The Micromobility Reporter is a dynamic resource for the industry, featuring timely news and in-depth analysis about the latest in human-powered transportation, includi...
May 26
1 hr 15 min
Welcome to Bicycle Retail Radio. What you're about to hear is a recording of the NBDA's Bicycle Industry Retailer & Supplier Best Practices Panel. The bicycle industry is navigating real headwinds right now — excess inventory, shrinking margins, reduced foot traffic, staffing challenges, and shifting consumer habits. This panel exists to meet those pressures head-on. Three times a year, the NBDA brings together retailers, suppliers, and industry leaders to share best practices and build c...
May 19
1 hr 5 min
The NBDA hosts this panel three times a year, bringing together retailers, suppliers, advocacy organizations, and technical experts for focused conversations on lithium-ion battery safety, industry standards, and compliance. Topics are sourced directly from NBDA members, and each session is designed to deliver practical takeaways you can apply in your shop. If today's discussion sparks questions or topics you'd like addressed at a future panel, you can submit them at NBDA.com or email u...
May 12
1 hr 1 min
Our Retailer Design Flex episode of Bicycle Retail Radio features Brian from Fixture Lab and NBDA President, Heather Mason as they tackle retailer flow and design issues. Today it's the return of Cory Cunard of Bike Central in Le Mars, IA for a follow up episode! Listen in as we summarize the development and build out of this shop space. To follow along best with the visuals, watch this episode on our YouTube channel. Support the show
May 5
43 min
In this in-depth conversation, Mark Vandermolen, Managing Director, and Steven Tenure, Aftermarket & OEM Sales Manager at FSA, share their personal journeys in the cycling industry, dive into FSA and Vision’s product ranges and innovations, and discuss the evolving trends shaping the market, from gravel bikes to 32-inch wheels. Whether you’re a retailer, mechanic, or cycling enthusiast, discover how FSA approaches product development, industry challenges, and the road ahead. Support the...
Apr 28
52 min
In this episode of Bicycle Retail Radio, Mike Massey, Founder and CEO of Locally, and Justin Kotzmoyer, Retail Activation Manager, explain how riders are shopping in 2026 and how independent bike shops can capture more sales. They dive into why most purchases start online, how tools like real-time inventory and BOPIS help connect shoppers to local stores, and why broader brand coverage and local search visibility matter. Discover insights on consumer trends, retailer best practices, and the i...
Apr 21
50 min
The NBDA News Hour focuses on the news and articles contained within The Micromobility Reporter, getting a more in-depth view from a firsthand seat with the experts on the Human Powered Solutions team. The team at Human Powered Solutions has over 245 years of experience and are considered data wizards. Their monthly newsletter The Micromobility Reporter is a dynamic resource for the industry, featuring timely news and in-depth analysis about the latest in human-powered transportation, includi...
Apr 14
58 min
E-bikes are no longer the future of cycling retail, they're the present. And with that growth comes a whole new set of questions retailers need to be ready to answer. On March 25th, NBDA brought together a panel of industry experts for a wide-ranging conversation on the e-bike landscape: what legally and practically defines an e-bikehow the industry is drawing the line between e-bikes and e-motoswhat retailers need to know about NBDA's advisement on e-motosand why rider education might be the...
Apr 7
1 hr
Beth Black, e-bike safety advocate, former retailer, and Board Member of the American Bicycling Education Association, joins Bicycle Retail Radio to discuss cycling education, community safety, and the evolving role of retailers in the e-bike era. From The Bellemont Project and the Incline Program to practical shop-floor best practices and women’s leadership in cycling, this episode offers actionable insights for retailers navigating today’s e-bike landscape. Contact: [email protected]...
Mar 31
46 min
Tariff Rulings, Import Declines, and the E-Moto Reckoning NBDA Executive Director Heather Mason returns with Steve Frothingham, Editor in Chief of Bicycle Retailer and Industry News, for the second installment of the BRAIN Quarterly News Hour — breaking down the biggest stories shaping specialty bike retail in March 2026. Steve and Heather dig into the Supreme Court's tariff ruling and why most of the industry shouldn't expect immediate relief, which brands have filed suit to recover tariff p...
Mar 24
45 min
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