Tariff-related: I just ordered some unique parts from Ratio Technology, made in the UK. Those parts are targeted at one of my Rivendell Bicycles. In fact, one of my American-made Rivendell Bicycles. I expect I will find out relatively soon what that will cost me in extra fees. I will not hold my breath waiting for an American Entrepreneur to spawn a business to compete domestically with Ratio Technology, nor will I hold my breath waiting for Ratio Technology to move their operations into the United States of America.
Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, October 17, 2025 at 8:38:44 AM UTC-7 Mike Gillespie wrote: > Just recently came across this news regarding new tariffs on bikes, > components and accessories. > > Submit a Comment on Proposed 50% Tariffs > on Bikes and E-Bikes by next Tues. Oct. 21st > *On October 7, 2025, the U.S. Commerce Department published new requests > for inclusion of derivative products in the Section 232 aluminum and steel > tariffs. Two requests specifically seek to add bicycles, frames, and > electric bicycles, potentially subjecting them to a 50% tariff. The public > comment period closes October 21.* > > People for Bikes has setup a resource page to submit a comment to the > bureau of Industry and Security > <https://campfirecycling.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=64e225b6685377aee480fa119&id=b5913c4cba&e=e875ba7d4b>. > > Comments can be submitted from organizations, individuals or anonymously > until > next Tuesday. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/1930aa5a-b2fb-45e8-a0a3-af71cfd3cd17n%40googlegroups.com.
