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Last weekend, Cyclingworld Europe took place in Düsseldorf, Germany. With nearly 35,000 visitors, the Areal Böhler venue was fully immersed in the world of cycling. The event uniquely combines B2B and consumer audiences, creating a dynamic atmosphere and enabling direct interaction with end users. Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) was present with its four brands and confirmed the strong potential of its portfolio within this context. As per tradition, Friday focused on business

At the Bike Valley site in Beringen, Belgian Cycling Factory operates its own in-house paint shop. Here, thousands of bikes receive their unique finish every year, fully tailored to the choices customers make in the configurator. Even within this production process, we continuously look for ways to work more efficiently and sustainably. A recent initiative in the paint shop shows how small improvements can have a significant impact. During the painting process, so-called mask

From March 20 to 22, the German city of Düsseldorf will once again host Cyclingworld Europe , one of the most inspiring gatherings for the international cycling community. As a meeting point for brands, manufacturers, dealers, media and passionate cyclists, the event has grown into a true celebration of cycling culture. Belgian Cycling Factory will of course be present, showcasing our four brands at stand G3 in the Schmiedehalle. In addition, several of our bikes will be avai

Belgian Cycling Factory looks back on a very successful participation at this year’s Copenhagen Bike Show, one of the most important cycling events in the Nordic region. With strong visitor numbers, high-quality conversations with both consumers and industry professionals, and an energetic brand activation, the event proved to be an excellent platform to strengthen our presence in the Scandinavian market. At the show, Belgian Cycling Factory created an attractive stage for it

For over twenty years, riders on Belgian Cycling Factory bikes have been prominent in the biggest cycling tours in the world. Sprint victories in the Giro, thrilling battles for the general classification in the Tour de France, and aggressive attacks in the Vuelta: BCF bikes perform at the highest level across all terrains. Robbie McEwen gives Ridley its first Tour de France stage victory. ©Photo News A tradition that began with McEwen and Evans The first major successes came

On 7 and 8 March, The Train Workshop will host the Copenhagen Bike Show, where more than 120 exhibitors will present their latest innovations to the cycling public. Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) will be proudly represented at booth 169 with its four premium brands: Ridley Bikes, Eddy Merckx Bikes, Aeres and Nukeproof. Since 2025, BCF has shared a particularly strong connection with Scandinavia. Ridley Bikes serves as the official bike partner of the professional team Uno-X, c

At the Belgian Cycling Factory facilities in Bike Valley, Beringen, the workspace of our Customer Service department has undergone a complete transformation. “With this thorough renovation, we have created three fully equipped workstations for our technicians. This enables us to deliver an even higher level of service to our partners and customers,” emphasizes Plant Manager Jan Van Daal. For many years, the Customer Service workshop has been the beating heart of our Beringen

We have only one planet and it is our shared responsibility to take care of it. At Belgian Cycling Factory, sustainability is not a slogan, but a continuous commitment embedded in the way we design, produce and operate our business. While cycling itself is already one of the most sustainable forms of mobility — requiring no fossil fuels, promoting health and connecting people with their environment — we believe our responsibility goes much further. Across our facilities, proc

Last Wednesday evening, the Aero Performance Lab in Beringen hosted the kick-off of the Flemish permit tour led by Flemish Minister for Environment Jo Brouns (CD&V). More than 100 entrepreneurs gathered at the site for an evening of dialogue on the comprehensive reform of permit procedures in Flanders. The event also showcased the Aero Performance Lab — including its wind tunnel hall, the Handlebar and the Aerobar — as a unique and versatile event venue. Flanders is taking im

Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) and Belgian Cycling have renewed their partnership for another five years with the cycling brand Ridley. This marks the fourth consecutive extension of the collaboration, clearly underlining the long-term sustainability and mutual trust between both partners. In a high-performance sports environment that continues to evolve rapidly, both parties deliberately remain committed to a long-term partnership. This renewal once again confirms the strong

From March 25 to 28, Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) will be exhibiting at the Taipei International Cycle Show, the annual trade fair for the global cycling industry, held at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan. During the show, BCF will introduce its 2027 Ridley, Nukeproof and Eddy Merckx model ranges to existing distributors and will actively engage with potential new international distribution partners. Edward Vlutters (Director of International Business BCF) co

Belgian Cycling Factory proudly announces that Ridley, one of its flagship brands, has been awarded the prestigious Design & Innovation Award 2026 for the E-Noah. The recognition comes only days after the model’s market introduction and further reinforces the group’s long-standing commitment to innovation, performance engineering and product excellence. The Design & Innovation Awards, organised by the leading international publications ENDURO, E-MOUNTAINBIKE, GRAN FONDO and D

From 16 to 18 January, the 18th edition of Velofollies took place at Kortrijk Xpo, welcoming close to 40,000 visitors eager to discover the latest developments in the cycling industry. With our brands Ridley, Eddy Merckx, Nukeproof and Aeres, we made a strong impression on both consumers and industry professionals. The event also attracted significant media attention, reinforcing the positive momentum around our portfolio and innovations. Once again, Velofollies proved to be

NEW WARRANTY REINFORCES LONG-TERM VISION OF FAMILY-OWNED COMPANY THAT PUTS RIDER AND RETAILER IN THE CENTRE OF ITS THINKING  Beringen, 9 January 2026 – Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) announces a significant upgrade to its warranty policy. As of 1 January 2026, the Belgian bicycle manufacturer will offer a lifetime and transferable warranty on frames and forks for bicycles from Ridley, Eddy Merckx, Aeres and Nukeproof, provided the bicycle is registered within 30 days of purcha

Belgian Cycling Factory (BCF) has appointed its first seven international distribution partners for Nukeproof, marking a key step in the brand’s renewed global expansion. The new distributor network will cover a broad geographic footprint, with confirmed partners in: Czech Republic / Slovakia / Poland / Hungary – Zookee Ireland – CaraTrade USA – Zeitbike Canada – ARG Sports Slovenia – A2U Turkey – All That Ride Sport Romania – Mondo Frames Distribution Edward Vlutters, BCF In

Nukeproof is taking a decisive step forward in top-level mountain bike racing. With confirmed programs in both World Cup Downhill and World Cup Cross-Country (XC), the brand strengthens its presence at the very highest level of the sport, across multiple disciplines, with a clear long-term vision. From gravity-focused racing to Olympic-level XCO, Nukeproof is once again where it belongs: between the tapes. Back to the top: World Cup Downhill with Nukeproof Axess Racing Nukepr

2025 was another strong year for Belgian Cycling Factory. From key product launches to strategic brand milestones, we continued to strengthen our portfolio and international ambitions. The launch of the Noah Fast — our fastest bike ever — Eddy 80, our first triathlon bike, the return of Nukeproof at the highest level and the addition of Aeres marked important steps in our journey. We brought these highlights together in a short aftermovie:

As part of the Operational Excellence programme launched in 2025, our Operations Team carried out two benchmark visits. The objective of these visits was to observe how insights from the classroom training sessions — provided by consultancy firm You Improve — are applied in practice at companies that have gone through a similar improvement journey. The first benchmark visit took place earlier this year at Vibrantz in Sittard, a manufacturer of colour pigments. The focus there

During our exclusive sales days on 12 and 13 December 2025, Belgian Cycling Factory will offer a unique opportunity to discover and purchase official team bikes at significant discounts. These are bicycles that only recently performed in the professional peloton, animated stages, and delivered victories. Visit BikeValley (Tervantstraat 2B, 3583 Paal) and find out which team bike could soon be yours. What to Expect During these sales days, we will offer team bikes from Uno-X,

From Thursday 15 to Saturday 17 November, Belgian Cycling Factory made a strong statement at Rouleur Live in London’s Truman Brewery. Ridley brought a curated selection of flagship products to the show and headlined the event with a unique moment: the presentation of a fully personalised Noah Fast to Alexander Kristoff as a tribute to his outstanding career. The activation drew sustained attention on-site and across media. Rouleur Live welcomed many of the sport’s icons: alon