UK cycling distributor plunges into administration- in business since 2004

UK cycling distributor plunges into administration- in business since 200442 people have lost their jobs. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Astha Saxena, News Reporter 22:17, Sun, May 31, 2026 Updated: 22:18, Sun, May 31, 2026 UK cycling distributor goes into administration (Image: Getty)A major cycling distribution business has reportedly plunged into administration. Saddleback is a leading UK‑based distributor of premium cycling equipment, supplying high‑end brands such as Castelli, Wahoo, ENVE and Stages to retailers and riders. The company has built a strong reputation in the UK cycling scene for offering top‑tier performance gear and maintaining close relationships across the industry. window.scriptsToLoad.push({url:'https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118222&vp_content=plembed3a6btjknzwqh&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118222',triggeredBy:'tcfLoaded',delay:1500,containerId:'ovp-primis',title:"Primis player",beforeLoad:()=>{window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&e.detail.playerApiId==="v118222"){if(window.document.getElementsByClassName('jwplayer')[0]){e.detail.float('disable')}}}catch(e){}})},}) The company launched its business in 2004. Cycling Weekly’s sister publication Cyclingnews spoke to two sources inside Saddleback who said staff were informed on Friday that the firm was closing and all staff had therefore been made redundant. Around 42 people have lost their jobs as a result of the decision, The Times reported. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Get personal finance news, money saving tips and advice plus selcted offers and competitions Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy...