How much did Halfords pay for Boardman bikes?
How much did Halfords pay for Boardman bikes?
In 2014 the UK bicycle and car parts retailer Halfords acquired Boardman Bikes for £20,000,000. Boardman bikes were sold by Halfords’ sub-brand Cycle Republic, which has since closed.
Are Boardman still making bikes?
Two years in the making, the 2021 range includes new adventure bikes, updates and limited edition models. Details of the latest range of Boardman bikes have just been released and they cover the models most likely to be of interest to roadies and drop-handlebar adventure cyclists.
Can you only buy Boardman bikes from Halfords?
Since its inception in 2007, Boardman Bikes’ Performance Series have been available exclusively via Halfords, with models priced up to £1,500. This close relationship had mistakenly led many to believe that Halfords already owned the brand.
Did Halfords buy Boardman?
Halfords has moved its cycling business up a gear with the acquisition of Olympic champion Chris Boardman’s bike company.
Who owns Boardman?
Halfords
Boardman Bikes/Parent organizations
Boardman Bikes has been acquired by cycle and car parts retailer Halfords for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition of the company founded by former Olympic and World Champion Chris Boardman was announced by Halfords on Wednesday.
Is Boardman British?
Christopher Miles Boardman, MBE (born 26 August 1968) is a British former racing cyclist who won an individual pursuit gold medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics, broke the world hour record three times, and won three stages and wore the yellow jersey on three occasions at the Tour de France.
How much does a Boardman bike weight?
Spec
| Frame | SLR 8.8 Triple Butted 6061 X7 Aluminium |
|---|---|
| Saddle | Boardman SLR |
| Wheels | Boardman SLR tubeless ready rims on Formula hubs |
| Tyres | Vittoria Rubino Graphene 2.0 28mm |
| Weight | 10.7kg |
What is a Boardman?
1 : a member of a board. 2 : one who works at a board.
Are there any Boardman Road bikes on Halfords?
At Halfords, we have a huge selection of road bikes from top manufacturers, including Boardman, Carrera and Voodoo. Whether you’re commuting, racing or riding for leisure, our extensive product line covers all the above and is stocked full of bikes for both men and women.
Is the Boardman bike a way of life?
From supporting the best Olympic athletes in the world in their quest for success to being out there with you on the road in all conditions, Boardman bikes are proud to say that for us bikes are more than just machines, they are a way of life. Lightweight road bikes with a perfect mix of comfort and speed for all day epics or lunchtime blasts.
What kind of bike is a Boardman HYB?
Our Hybrid bikes feature all new frame tubes designed for extra comfort and to keep the weight low. HYB bikes are based on the SLR endurance frame with dropped seat stays. A fast, flat bar e-bike – perfect for sunny countryside riding or the rigours of city commuting..