NEWS
“Independent bike dealers stand to benefit from upselling... ”
Daniel Gillborn, Cyclescheme
WHAT CONSTITUTES ‘SAFETY EQUIPMENT’?
According to Cyclescheme, the DfT guidance isn't clear-cut, and takes a certain amount of common sense in defining what constitutes safety kit and accessories, but the general rule is that the following are allowable under the scheme: Cycle helmets which conform to European standard EN 1078
Bells and bulb horns Lights, including dynamo packs Mirrors and mudguards to ensure riders visibility is not impaired
Cycle clips and dress guards Panniers, luggage carriers and straps to allow luggage to be safely carried
Child safety seats Locks and chains to ensure cycle can be safely secured
Pumps, puncture repair kits, cycle tool kits and tyre sealant to allow for everyday minor repairs
Reflective clothing along with white front reflectors and spoke reflectors
EVOPOS is now offering free EPOS to bike shops
By Jonathon Harker
ELECTRONIC POINT of sale specialist EVOPOS is for the first time offering a free version of its Dealer Management System to bicycle retailers. In a move believed to be an industry
first, the free-of-charge offer includes the all-in-one, industry-specific dealer management system, incorporating tools a point of sale suite, a contacts database, stock management, workshop organiser, e-Marketing tools, CRM, SMS Marketing and accounting features. Dealers will be able to upgrade the
software for increased functionality. Evopos explained: “The free version allows dealers to create professional looking invoices, retain customer and supplier contact details, and view a detailed sales history for your contacts. If dealers require more functionality for your system, such as stock control features or e-Marketing tools, you can simply add these on at any time and pay a small monthly fee for each additional
The software is
downloadable on registration
module; for example, to add the stock control module, or the workshop organiser, it costs only £15 per month, per module.” Evopos managing director Denis Bullen added: “Gone are the days of huge investments and lengthy installations; once you register on our portal, you can download our software straight away, at no cost to you. “Our exceptional support team are on hand to assist with any questions, just log your queries on the portal and wait
for a reply. If you begin to purchase more modules, you will get access to our telephone support, which is second to none in its quality of customer service. “We’re very excited to be giving
something back to the industry’s that have inspired us to create a reliable, efficient and comprehensive dealer management system.” To take advantage of the offer head to
www.evopos.com/evoposfree.html to find out more. For more details contact Evopos on 0845 644 9424.
Planet X to create 50 new jobs By Carlton Reid
SHEFFIELD’S PLANET X Bikes is plotting significant expansion over the next three years, creating up to 50 new jobs thanks in part to a new partnership with Barclays. Planet X, touted as ‘the UK’s second
largest bike builder’, sources from the Far East and sells own brand bikes direct to customers with brands including On One, Titus and Planet X. It was established in 1987 and already employs in the region of 50 employees. Planet X CEO David Hanney said:
“Barclays funding underpins our growth plans. We design high quality performance bikes, source the best components and assemble the bikes here
in Sheffield to order. Our direct business model means we offer great quality and unparalleled service at highly competitive prices whether customers buy online, over the phone, or in one of our stores. The funding will help create 50 jobs over the next three years. “As passionate riders the timing is
perfect as we are all thrilled and excited at the prospect of Le Grand Depart coming to Yorkshire and the new partnership with Barclays will allow us to grow in the run up to Le Tour De France.” Planet X has switched much of its banking business to Barclays, including customer borrow facilities through Barclays Partner Finance.
www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk
Planet X is the ‘UK’s second largest bike builder’
FAST & RELIABLE (VITTORIA’S TYRES ARE PRETTY GOOD TOO)
Chicken Cycle-Kit report a remarkable turnabout in just 3 years, since turning their attention to Vittoria, the world’s leading tyre manufacturer based in Italy.
Sales of these excellent road tubs and tyres continue to rise as does the dealers support of Chicken's expanding distribution network.
The Corsa SC The Pave CG
NEW Nanographite ensures a higher degree of pressure retention, better grip and lower rolling resistance.
www.chickenb2b.co.uk
CH CKEN CYCLE-KIT
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