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On September 20 and 21, Belgian Cycling Factory will be exhibiting at Cycling Industry News Live 2026 at NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire, UK. The two-day event brings together retailers, workshops, distributors, importers, brands, manufacturers and other professionals from across the cycling industry, creating a focused platform for business, networking and new opportunities. Cycling Industry News Live was launched in 2025 with a clear purpose: to bring the different parts of

From September 18 to 20, Belgian Cycling Factory will be heading to Sea Otter Europe Costa Brava – Girona by Garmin, one of Europe’s biggest and most exciting cycling festivals. Taking place at the Fontajau Municipal Sports Pavilion in Girona, the event brings together cyclists, industry professionals, retailers, brands and athletes from all over the world for a weekend that combines cycling, competition, innovation and community. Over the past few years, Sea Otter Europe has

From September 4 to 6, Belgian Cycling Factory took part in the 2026 edition of the International Bike Festival (IBF) at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli in Italy. Over three days, the event brought together cyclists, industry professionals, retailers, brands and athletes from across Italy and beyond, creating a vibrant meeting point for the cycling community. For Belgian Cycling Factory, IBF provided an excellent opportunity to present its four brands — Ridley, Eddy

The importance of a good working atmosphere should not be underestimated. At Belgian Cycling Factory, we place great value on creating a positive environment for our colleagues. Happy people are more productive and efficient, and that positive energy is something they naturally pass on to those around them. Niels Henrioulle has taken on several different roles within BCF and today works as a Supply Chain Specialist. “I come to work with a smile and go home with a smile,” he s

The first sessions of the Belgian Cycling Factory Partner Days 2026 are officially behind us and the energy in the room has made one thing clear: this year's edition is shaping up to be one for the record books. Dealers from across our network have been coming together at our headquarters in Beringen to get an exclusive look at what's next for our brands. From the moment they walk through the doors of the Factory of Dreams, visitors are immersed in the world behind our bikes:

Belgian Cycling Factory is heading to the International Bicycle Exhibition (IBF), organised by Movestro, an IEG Group company. Since 2018, IBF has been drawing cycling enthusiasts from across Europe and has grown into the benchmark platform for the bike industry and urban mobility. Visitors can discover the newest developments from Ridley, Eddy Merckx Bikes, Nukeproof and AERES at the Belgian Cycling Factory stand — booth C2. IBF gives visitors the chance to preview and test

Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) has landed three of the most coveted honours in the cycling industry, picking up a trio of BikeRadar Awards across two of its brands. Ridley and Eddy Merckx Bikes, both part of the BCF family, were recognised by the British cycling media outlet in three separate categories. Ridley's new Kanzo Fast 2.0 walked away with both "Best Gravel Bike" and the show-stopping "Best Bike Overall" title, while the Eddy Merckx 525R was named "Best Road Race Bike

Lisa Debue from Diksmuide is the proud new owner of the yellow Ridley Noah Fast ridden by Torstein Træen during the Tour de France. She won the bike through a special Vive le Vélo competition supporting Kom op tegen Kanker. On Friday, Lisa travelled to Belgian Cycling Factory in Beringen to collect her prize and discover more about the place where the bike was created. Lisa first saw the yellow Noah Fast while watching Vive le Vélo. The story behind the bike immediately caugh

Every Ridley bike passes through countless hands before it reaches its owner. Behind every frame are skilled people who bring experience, precision and pride to their work. One of them is Jeremy Boschmans, one of our sanding specialists at Belgian Cycling Factory. Sanding is one of the very first steps in the production process. Before a frame can be painted and assembled, it needs to be prepared to perfection. It's precise, hands-on work that requires experience and a traine

Every working day at Belgian Cycling Factory starts with a short shopfloor meeting. Held directly on the production floor, this daily stand-up brings together team leaders and key members of the different departments for a focused 5-to-15-minute discussion. Around the whiteboard, the team reviews the results of the previous shift, identifies potential issues and sets the priorities and targets for the day ahead. By bringing the right people together at the right moment, Belgi

The individual time trial at the 2026 Tour de France Femmes generated more than just sporting headlines. Following the UCI's decision to introduce additional checks on bra padding, the topic quickly sparked debate throughout the cycling world. As the discussion unfolded, several Belgian and Dutch media outlets turned to the Belgian Cycling Factory Aero Performance Lab for expert insights into the aerodynamic principles behind the story. R&D Engineer Daan Teugels explained how

Innovation has always been at the heart of Belgian Cycling Factory. From developing high-performance bikes to investing in cutting-edge testing facilities, we continuously push the boundaries of cycling technology. Today, we're proud to see those efforts recognised by VLAIO, which published an in-depth feature on our Aero Performance Lab and the innovative wind tunnel technology we developed with support from the Eurostars programme. The article highlights how our dynamic tes

At Belgian Cycling Factory, quality extends far beyond the bikes that leave our factory. Behind every frame stands a network of people and partners who help make the difference. Würth is one of those partners today. What began as a collaboration centred around professional products and tools has evolved into a partnership built on shared values of quality, innovation and craftsmanship. Across Belgian Cycling Factory, every department contributes to that commitment to quality.

Every Ridley bike goes through countless hands before it reaches its owner. But before it leaves our factory, there's one final stop that can make all the difference: quality control. It's here that Johan Thijsen and Sebahattin "Seba" Yigit inspect every bike with one clear objective: to make sure every rider receives a bike that's ready to perform from the very first ride. Quality control is about much more than checking whether a bike looks good. Johan and Seba inspect ever

Last Thursday evening, colleagues from Belgian Cycling Factory and Bioracer clipped in for another social ride. Starting from Bioracer's headquarters in Tessenderlo, the group covered around 75 kilometres through the Limburg countryside before returning for pizza, refreshing drinks and plenty of conversations off the bike. Before the start, Bioracer founder Raymond Vanstraelen stopped by to say hello and wish the group a great ride. Moments later, newly appointed CEO Stefan V

A new chapter at Bioracer deserved a special bike. To celebrate the appointment of Stefan Venken as the company's new CEO, Belgian Cycling Factory presented him with a one-of-a-kind Ridley Noah Fast in an exclusive custom design. More than just a gift, the bike symbolizes the close partnership between two Belgian companies that have been working together to make cyclists faster for years. Located just a few kilometres apart in Beringen and Tessenderlo, Belgian Cycling Factory

For Andy Philips and Peter Drijkoningen, every Ridley bike tells a story. As Assembly Specialists at Belgian Cycling Factory, they are among the last people to work on a bike before it leaves the factory. Over the years, they've seen the assembly process evolve from individual craftsmanship to a highly efficient team effort. One thing, however, has never changed: the pride of building a product that inspires cyclists around the world. "I'm proud to work here," says Andy. "We'

From 5 to 7 July, Belgian Cycling Factory will be present at ProDays, France's leading trade show for the cycling industry. Held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the event brings together retailers, distributors, brands and industry professionals to discover the latest innovations shaping the future of cycling. Throughout the show, visitors can discover the newest developments from Ridley, Eddy Merckx Bikes, Nukeproof and AERES at the Belgian Cycling Factory stand. Celebrat

Last Sunday marked the second edition of Eddy's Gravel Ride. It was a warm reunion with many of our loyal companions from the Eddy Merckx peloton. Fortunately, we set off early in the day, allowing us to relax and catch up under a parasol during the hottest hours. We thank everyone for their presence and hope to welcome you all again next year.

Last Tuesday, Belgian Cycling Factory welcomed a delegation from Uno-X to its headquarters in Beringen. As a valued partner and ambassador of Ridley bikes, the team plays an important role in testing and validating our products at the highest level of performance. Their visit offered a unique opportunity to connect insights from elite racing with ongoing product development. With the Baloise Belgium Tour taking place this week, the timing of the visit provided a natural momen