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CIE CEO Kevin Mayne spoke today at the POLIS Network Cycling Declaration breakfast, alongside POLIS Secretary General Karen Vancluysen and European Cyclists' Federation CEO Jill Warren. The panel praised the #EUCyclingDeclaration as a pivotal policy document for the cycling community and covered several highlights:  📈 Recognition of the cycling industry's potential to contribute to economic growth 🤝 Building capacity and structures to support Europe’s growing cycling economy 🌐 The significance of collecting and using data to benchmark mobility policies and ridership 🚴♂️ The importance of developing multi-modal solutions focused on sustainable transport 🏡 Exploring new solutions for bike sharing in suburban areas   CIE’s expert groups have been pivotal to identify, discuss and promote policy solutions that enable cycling like the ones covered during today’s event. If you want to share your views and learn from peers across the industry, contribute to better cycling policies and collaborate on projects for the collective good of the industry, our door is open! In the meantime, we will strive to make sure that the #EUCyclingDeclaration delivers the positive change for the cycling industry and ridership it promises. 

“That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Active mobility got another boost w/ European Declaration on Cycling. Great team work of many including Henk Swarttouw Kevin Mayne Lauha Marianne Fried Jill Warren Philip Amaral Karima Delli Manuel Marsilio Cycling Industries Europe European Cyclists' Federation Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry - CONEBI & Georges Gilkinet 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Why is it so important? It’s a framework for the future. It contains clear commitments, including: - safe cycling networks in cities - better links with public transport - secure parking spaces and access to recharging points for e-bikes Time to take action and follow through on national, regional and municipal levels.

My second blog is up on La Bella Bicicletta, entitled “Exploring the Rich Threads of Cycling’s Subcultures”. Give it a read if you want to learn a bit about the history of some of the lesser known sections of cycling https://lnkd.in/e46RPQED

Join the discussion tomorrow at 3pm CET (registration link in Caroline's post text) Cycling Industries Europe Mobility Afternoons Webinar Series #cycling #transport #micromobility #sharedmobility #activetravel #futuremobility #urbandesign #builtenvironment #mobilitysolutions #shapingthefuture #behaviourchange #societalimpact

The future is bright in Wales.

Cycling in the Netherlands allows you to participate in creating a greener world, with an impressive network of routes over 37,000 km long, discover the true Dutch essence while cycling. At Webike our mission is to never drop cycling for a healthy and sustainable life again. The cycle of life: The Dutch cycling lifestyle. (2023). Holland.

🚴♂️ Introducing Cambio: Talent Gateway to a Pro Cycling Career! 🌟 For too long, a lot of promising and talented riders have struggled to get noticed without a strong network or the opportunity to ride in some European countries. Cambio is here to change that. Our platform connects aspiring pro cyclists with professional teams, agents and federations, giving them the exposure they deserve. How Cambio can make their pro cycling dream a reality: - Visibility: get scouted based on multiple criteria by pro teams and agents - Ease: seamlessly connect performance data and track progress. - Engagement: keep teams updated with latest race plans and results. Some Cambio features for riders: - Who you are: share their ambitions, educational background and much more. - Performance integration: automatically sync their data to showcase their progress. - Race results details: comment their race results, add context and video to attract scouts beyond their ranking. - Race planning: inform teams about their upcoming races and results with ease. Riders can join Cambio today for free with early registration on cambio.cc and be ready to take the next step towards their professional cycling dream in the coming days.🚴♀️💨 #Cycling #ProCycling #Cambio #TalentScouting #Cyclisme #Ciclismo

𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐬 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 The Tour de France, an annual spectacle in professional cycling since 1903, stands as a testament to athleticism, strategy, and endurance. This iconic cycle race, known for its ever-changing route, challenging stages, and vibrant cultural significance stands as a testament to the victory of endurance over the nearly impossible. 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬: 21 stages covering approximately 3,500 kilometers over a 23-24 day period. Diverse terrains, including flat stretches, mountain climbs, time trials, and team time trials. 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬: Yellow Jersey (maillot jaune) for the overall leader based on cumulative time. Polka-dot jersey for the best climber, green jersey for points classification leader, and white jersey for the best young rider. 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬: Eight cyclists per team working collaboratively. Strategic formations like the peloton to maximize efficiency. 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬: Iconic climbs like Col du Tourmalet and Alpe d'Huez. Decisive stages separating contenders from pretenders. 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Scenic routes showcasing French landmarks and natural beauty. Millions of spectators lining the route, creating a festive atmosphere. Team 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞 dug in their database to bring out some interesting insights on the powerhouse of endurance racing: -       Riders from 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 have won a whopping 713 stages out of a total 2332 stages held so far, that’s a 30.53% win ratio. Out of the 110 races held so far, only on 2 occasions did the French team not win any stage. -       𝐄𝐝𝐝𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐤𝐱 of Belgium has worn the Yellow Jersey on most occasions – a record 96 times -       An unbelievable distance of 23916.70 Kms have been raced by cyclists in the 110 editions of the race. -       The average distance covered per stage is 162.70 Kms and per total race is 3416.70 Kms. Power of data, if nothing else!! 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐩 (pic courtesy and copyright by A.S.O)

A big shout-out to #Team #Vittoria for this new achievement! From my initial encounters as a consultant with Vittoria's leadership and the Innovation Team, I sensed a genuine passion for the products, a steadfast commitment to clearly articulated corporate beliefs and values, and an infectious energy and zeal for the company. Vittoria's mission statement begins: ‘Our purpose is to bring new experiences to riders. Our mission is to make the most advanced bicycle tyres in the world. To do that we focus on #Innovation, #Sustainability, #Distinctiveness ...........’ which mirrors the business model propelling the company forward. This latest success underscores the #pivotal #role #of #innovation in achieving success in competitions and in the market. Business success within this model is cultivated through a self-perpetuating cycle of innovation and new products. Thanks to innovation, all new products are distinct enough to generate customer desire, motivating them to level up  or broaden their collection of Vittoria products. I extend my deepest gratitude to the management of Vittoria, especially #Stijn #Vriends, CEO of Vittoria, #Vanessa #ten #Hoff, and #Emiliano #Sabetti, respectively Innovation Manager and R&D Manager, for fostering an environment where dedication and innovation thrive.  Let's continue this dialogue on the importance of innovation in driving success. What are your thoughts on the evolving landscape of innovation in our industry? Let's share insights and propel our collective journey towards even greater achievements! #Innovation #Vittoria #Considi_Innovation_Team