Mavic is a France-based bicycle parts manufacturer, its name is an acronym for Manufacture d'Articles Vélocipédiques Idoux et Chanel.
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| Industry | Cycling components |
|---|---|
| Founded | c.1889 |
| Headquarters | Annecy, France |
| Products | Bicycle and Related Components |
| Owner | Bourrelier Group |
| Website | www |
It was founded by Charles Idoux and Lucien Chanel in Lyon, France in the late 1800s.[1] Mavic produced the first aluminium rim in 1934, and the first disc wheel in 1973. Also in 1973, Mavic introduced "neutral" support for all racing teams during cycle races.[2]
Mavic has developed many products over the years, including a Tour de France winning groupset, but is today focused on wheels.
In 2019, Mavic was sold by Amer Sports to the equity firm Regent, LP.[3] After some ownership turmoil it was sold to Bourrelier Group in 2020.[4]
References
edit- ^ "History". www.mavic.com. Retrieved 3 May 2020.
- ^ Moore, Richard; Benson, Daniel (2012). Bike!: A Tribute to the World's Greatest Racing Bicycles. The Miegunyah Press. ISBN 978-0-522-86183-9. Retrieved 3 May 2020.
- ^ "Amer Sports completes Mavic divestment – Amer Sports". www.amersports.com. Retrieved 3 May 2020.
- ^ "Mavic Saved by Bourellier Group, Focus to Return to Wheels". www.pinkbike.com. 22 July 2020. Retrieved 1 October 2020.
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