Send us a Text Message. Today's episode features 4 questions people are afraid to ask their bike mechanic or bike technician, including 'How can I tell when my suspension needs servicing?.' If you would like your questions answered on the flex, you can write to the NBDA at any time with ANY questions about the bicycle service center, mechanics training, bicycle assembly, etc. Submit your questions and photos to heather@nbda.com Our newest edition to Bicycle Retail Radio, the Technician Flex is a recurring podcast feature focused specifically on service center and mechanics produced in partne ..read more

Send us a Text Message. This episode’s guest is Yan Lee, Affiliate Manager, with Zidy. Zidy provides a better way to manage customer leads, analyze feedback and drive business progress. Listen and learn about the customer journey, how you can use AI, SMS messaging + Payment platforms for your business.  Support the Show ..read more

Our Friday Flex feature this week focuses on how to encourage bicycles as transportation. Support the Show ..read more

This episode’s guest is Ryan Atkinson of Workstand, a platform that helps bike shops manage their online presence and e-commerce strategies. We cover a wide range of topics to gather deep insights into e-commerce strategies and online marketplaces, and even dive into the future of E-commerce. You will love this one. Support the Show ..read more

Our Friday Flex this week is on tire and tube recycling. Support the Show ..read more

This episode is supported by bike.rent Manager 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, including bicycles, e-bicycles, e-scooters, and ride share. Inc ..read more

This episode presented by bike.rent Manager. This episode’s guest is Emily de Jong, a woman in the cycling industry, connected to us through her relationship with Johnny Velo Bikes. Listen in and learn more about being a woman in the biking industry, an inside viewpoint of the female bike mechanic, and tips for bicycle retailers to attract more female employees and customers. Support the Show ..read more

Our Retail Design Flex special feature is about evaluating new retail space plans. Show notes today include Floor Plan Paper Dolls. Support the Show ..read more

This episode presented by bike.rent Manager. This episode’s special feature NBDA President Heather Mason joins Pedego Retailers in their Monthly Lunch and Learn event, focused on enhancing the specialty Retailer. Interviewing Heather is Emma Martin LaPlant, Senior Director | Retail Operations Support & Training Pedego. The conversation covers history of the NBDA, state of the industry and best position forward for e bike retailers. Support the Show ..read more

This week's Friday Flex covers the importance of sustainable business practices in bicycle retail. Support the Show ..read more