The inventory crisis, which hit the sector since 2022, has hardly been resolved by the international bicycle industry as the next major concern hits the market. Increasing oil prices, raw material shortages, and threats to shipping routes were among the many topics discussed at the Taipei International Cycle Show 2026. The industry gathered for this leading annual event from March 25 to 28 in Taipei, Taiwan.

The role of product awards at international trade fairs has evolved from a promotional tool to a benchmark. Is the industry integrating key trends such as artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainability into product design? The number of submissions has become an indicator of the industry's performance and level of investment in innovations. All these elements come together in the fourteenth Taipei Cycle d&i Awards, which will be announced on the opening day of the Taipei Cycle Show. Bike Europe sat down with three jury members to discuss how they evaluated the entries.

Astro Tech Co., Ltd., the Taiwanese frame builder specialising in lightweight aluminium alloy and high-rigidity carbon fibre frames, is using its 35th anniversary this year to chart a new strategic course.

In the bicycle industry, trends rarely emerge from a single presentation or product launch. More often, they appear quietly, through conversations, prototypes, and unexpected encounters. That is why trade shows still matter. And few events illustrate this better than the Taipei Cycle Show, where the future of cycling often becomes visible long before it reaches the global market.

In the bicycle industry, the most exciting products rarely start in an office. They start in conversations. A designer sketches a new frame concept. An engineer proposes a more compact motor. A drivetrain specialist suggests a new gearbox interface. A battery supplier brings a new cell format. What begins as a rough idea slowly becomes a prototype and eventually a new bike. But this process only works when the right people meet in person. That is why the Taipei Cycle Show remains one of the most important gatherings for engineers, designers and product developers in the global bike industry. 

In today's cycling industry, every decision is under scrutiny. High inventory levels, cautious retail demand, pressure on margins and ongoing supply chain adjustments are forcing companies to rethink where and how they invest their time and resources. Trade shows in particular are being evaluated more critically than ever. Against this backdrop, many industry professionals are asking a fair question: Is a trip to Taipei Cycle 2026 still worth it?