Global Cycling Industry Trends in October 2025: Event Launch, Standard Upgrades, and Market Restructuring
In the golden autumn of October, the global cycling industry witnessed multiple key developments: top international competitions were in full swing, EU technical standards were causing industry disruption, and demand in emerging markets continued to rise. This "two-wheel revolution" is reshaping the global industrial landscape. Hebei Ace Beauty Technology Co., Ltd., a company deeply engaged in manufacturing and exporting, accurately captured industry signals, seizing opportunities in the international market through compliance and innovation.
International Event Focus: The Tour of Taihu Lake Opens, with Technology and Equipment Key to Success
On October 8th, the 13th Tour of Taihu Lake International Road Cycling Race officially kicked off in Nanjing, with 22 professional teams from around the world participating, including international powerhouses such as Spain's Basque Telecom Team and Italy's Bardiani Team. The race covered core cities in the Yangtze River Delta, and the complex terrain of the professional course put a grueling test on vehicle performance. According to the event's technical consultant, participating teams generally used lightweight carbon fiber frames and low-rolling-resistance tires. One team's intelligent shifting system, which adjusted the gear ratio in real time based on the slope, achieved a 12% improvement in fuel efficiency compared to traditional models. "International competitions are the best touchstone for technology implementation," said the R&D Director of Hebei Ace Beauty Technology Co., Ltd. Their "Speed Pro" series of road bikes, customized for competitive racing, draws on the aerodynamic design of the bikes used in the Tour of Taihu Lake. The frame boasts a drag coefficient as low as 0.28Cd, has been certified by the European UCI (International Cycling Union), and has recently received three testing orders.
Standards are in flux: New EU regulations are in place, making children's bicycle compliance a global challenge.
On October 24th, an industry analysis released by China Report Hall revealed that the EU's recently released "Coordinated Action on Product Safety (CASP)" random inspection results have caused a stir in the industry: All 47 children's bicycles and toy bicycles inspected in 2024 failed the test. Fifteen of these children's bicycles presented serious safety risks, such as missing chain guards and brake failures. Global recalls have been initiated for 14 of these products. The new EN ISO 8098:2023 standard imposes several mandatory requirements on children's bicycles, including requiring chain guards to completely cover the sprockets and requiring handlebars to be fitted with protective covers at least 3mm thick. Twelve new technical indicators have been added compared to the previous standard.
This standard upgrade has already impacted the global supply chain. EU market regulators revealed that starting in October, products that do not comply with the new regulations will be banned from the market, an issue expected to affect over 20% of global children's bicycle exporters. The head of quality inspection at Hebei Ace Beauty Technology Co., Ltd. stated that the company began standard adaptation as early as the end of 2024. Currently, its children's bicycle product line is 100% compliant with EN ISO 8098:2023 requirements. Key indicators such as chain guard pass rate and labeling compliance meet the highest EU standards. EU orders increased by 27% month-over-month in October.
Market Restructuring: The $70 Billion Pie is Divided, with Emerging Markets Emerging as New Engines
The latest industry data shows that the global bicycle market will reach $62.8 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow steadily to $70 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.19%. Significant structural changes were already evident in the third quarter of 2025. In mature European and American markets, e-bike sales already account for over 40% of the market, with demand for long-range models surging in countries like Germany and France. Among emerging markets, Latin America, driven by "bicycle-first" policies, will see sales increase by 15% year-on-year in 2024, while demand for e-bikes in the Middle East will reach an average annual growth rate of 20%.
Regional manufacturing layout has become a key competitive advantage for companies. Shenzhen's Guangming District, known as the "Bicycle City," has established a comprehensive industry chain ecosystem, from material research and development to complete vehicle manufacturing. Leading company Xidesheng saw exports to the EU increase by 9.7% year-on-year in the first half of 2025. In response to this trend, Hebei Ace Beauty Technology Co., Ltd. is accelerating its "dual-base" strategy. Its domestic base focuses on developing various bicycle models: mountain bikes, children's bikes, snow bikes, urban commuter bikes, and sand-resistant and waterproof bikes developed for rainy regions. Its market share has exceeded 18%, and new orders from the Latin American market doubled in October compared to the previous month.
Technology Outlook: Intelligence and environmental protection dominate the future.
Industry experts predict that the global penetration rate of smart bicycles will exceed 15% by the end of 2025, with models integrating GPS positioning and health monitoring showing significant growth in the European and American commuter markets. At the same time, EU carbon footprint tracking requirements are becoming increasingly stringent, making the use of recycled materials a core competitive advantage. Hebei Ace Beauty Technology Co., Ltd. has taken the lead: the flexible battery technology developed in collaboration with universities is expected to enter mass production in 2026, increasing the range of e-bikes to 200 kilometers. The supply chain's carbon footprint system now covers 80% of components, and the product carbon labeling pass rate meets EU market access standards. From racetracks to city streets, the global bicycle industry is undergoing a dual transformation: regulatory restructuring and technological iteration. Hebei Ace Beauty Technology Co., Ltd., with its keen understanding of international trends, is writing a new chapter for Made in China in the $70 billion global market with its regulatory expertise and innovative products.
