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iceBike* 2019

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iceBike* 2019

Posted on 27 Nov 2018

February 19th-21st marks the dates of the iceBike* 2019 trade show, an in-house trade show running for its 13th year. iceBike* is one of the biggest trade shows of the year and it is returning in stride to the Arena:MK

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Madison and Sportline revealed key details for the trade show.

Brands on show will include Shimano, Park Tool, Elite, Kryptonite, PEARL, iZUMi, 100%, Thule, Garmin and many more.

The 2019 show will host an array of diverse talks on industry hot topics which may cover E-Bikes, Shimano Service Centre, merchandising and a multitude of other topics.

Following the last trade show and the success of the Business Services Area, the 2019 trade shows focal point will once again fall on the Business Services Area. This area enables visitors to access more information on the range of services offered by Madison and how they can apply it to their own businesses. iceBike* promises that there will be something to learn.

Madison is offering subsidised hotel rooms at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel which is situated next to Arena:MK. If you are interested in a hotel room and the ample parking that is available for visitors you must register.

Alongside of the free parking at Arena:MK, there are regular fee shuttle buses to and from the show and Milton Keynes Central between 9am and 5pm. Airport pick-ups are also available for those who want to take advantage of that service and can be organised through the iceBike* website.

Details about evening entertainment are yet to come but more details will be confirmed in the upcoming months. To receive the news and information about iceBike* 2019 register now here.

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