01/11/2018
DAVIS, CA - IRC Tires’ legendary line of road, cyclocross and BMX tires are now available to bicycle retailers from Quality Bicycle Products (QBP).
“QBP is excited to partner with IRC for the U.S. market. The brand has a long and successful history as one of the world’s foremost tire makers and we look forward to working with them. The line-up of cyclocross and road tires is really nice and we expect big things from them,” said Joe Benedict, QBP’s Director of Distribution Product.
Currently, QBP offers IRC’s road, cyclocross and the all new Siren Pro BMX tire developed in conjunction with former professional BMX racer and Olympic medalist, Sam Willoughby.
“As the leading distributor in the U.S., QBP gives IRC incredible access to independent bicycle retailers. We have been busy developing new tires with the U.S. market in mind and we think bike dealers and consumers here are going to like what we have to offer. We’re very excited to work with QBP as we rebuild the brand in the U.S.,” said Bruno Suttles, IRC Tire’s USA sales and marketing manager.
About IRC Tire
Founded in 1926 in Japan, IRC Tire has more than 90 years of experience developing and manufacturing tires for all types of cycling including BMX, road, gravel and mountain biking. IRC Tire owns seven manufacturing plants worldwide.
For information, visit IRCbike.com.
About QBP
Quality Bicycle Products is in the business of bikes. From developing and building a diverse portfolio of its own brands to distributing the top names and best products in the industry, QBP is doing its part to further bike kind. With distribution centers in Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Colorado, QBP serves a network of more than 5,000 retailers.
For information, visit QBP.com.
It was a great day at the races last Sunday, earning a fourth consecutive win in the CA Endurance MTB Series. And as cool as that was (which I will get into), I want to lead this Race Report with some gratitude… I am so THANKFUL to be a part of the IRC Crew!
10/06/2021
IRC riders Tyler Pearce (AKA the Vegan Cyclist) and Jeremiah Bishop embarked on an epic adventure to ride the California Backcountry Discovery Motorcycle Route on grave bikes.
29/04/2021
Jeremiah Bishop and The Vegan Cyclist (Tyler Pearce) are embarking on a series of four epic rides in 2021. The first is Death Valley.
03/03/2021
Wattie Ink. is accepting applications to join their “Gravel Collective Project.” The GCP is a gravel-focused cycling team that will include all levels of athlete, from beginner to gravel-curious to professional. Applications are open till Nov 16.
05/11/2020
We have all had to alter our lives as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Kristin Mayer, IRC Ambassador and Founder of Betty Designs is no different.
11/08/2020
IRC is giving away four $300 gift cards to be used on IRCbike.com
05/06/2020
IRC will be in Emporia Kansas for Dirty Kanza 2020. You can come see us at the All Things Gravel Expo and then have a Boken margarita at Casa Ramos. There is an excellent chance you will find the IRC team eating dinner at Casa Ramos on any given night. Come say hi!
19/05/2020
Davis, CA—IRC Tire announces a new partnership with former UCI World Tour Cyclist, Peter Stetina. Peter announced in late 2019 that he was leaving World Tour racing to focus exclusively on gravel and mountain bike endurance events and sought out the best partners and products to help succeed in these new categories.
29/01/2020
If you are in the San Diego area, don't miss this opportunity to hang out, swap stories and throw back some fizzy beverages with former world-tour pro and current gravel superstar Peter Stetina. Rouleur will be giving $1 off pints during the event.
09/01/2020