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Visma-Lease a Bike head of racing Grischa Niermann set to leave team for Lidl-Trek - reports. Various publications reporting major move with other shuffles likely at Lidl-Trek In a shock managerial change, Visma-Lease a Bike's head of racing, Grischa Niermann, is reportedly set to depart the Dutch team and join Lidl-Trek, where he would replace longstanding general manager, Luca Guercilena. This is according to news broken on Monday evening by Daniel Benson's Substack, Dutch publication Wielerflits and Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws. It would mark a significant shake-up for two of cycling's big-budget super teams, with Niermann having only been in his managerial position at Visma since September 30 2024, when Grand Tour mastermind Merijn Zeeman left the team for a job in football. Niermann has overseen a very successful stint, having worked as head coach at Visma for several years prior, and as a directeur sportif for the team since 2017. The German retired as a pro rider in 2012 after 15 years with Rabobank, then worked for their women's team and development squad, before joining what was LottoNL Jumbo at the time. Latest Videos From Having just steered Visma to their second Giro d'Italia title in two years with Jonas Vingegaard, Wielerflits reported that DS Marc Reef is expected to step up into Niermann's management role. The Dutchman has been part of the performance team since 2022, after making his way as a DS on a long stint at DSM (now Picnic PostNL). Guercilena's Lidl-Trek departure would mark the end of an era for the Italian, who oversaw much of Trek's development to now being one of the top teams in the sport, as a men's squad, women's squad, and as a development programme. He joined the team in 2011 as a DS when it was formed as Leopard Trek. Lidl-Trek switched from being a US-licensed team to riding under a German flag for 2026, and would have one of the most experienced operators in the WorldTour steering the ship with Niermann, who is a proven Grand Tour expert. Aside from his successes with the likes of Wout van Aert in the Classics, the German contributed heavily to 10 Grand Tour wins during his time with Visma for Vingegaard, Primož Roglič, Simon Yates, and Sepp Kuss. They have gone through several management changes already in the past 18 months, with the supermarket chain Lidl first taking a majority ownership stake last July. After this, Andy Schleck was appointed as Deputy General Manager in December, before brother Fränk Schleck took over from Mick Rogers as the director of the women's team, and Bernie Eisel moved up from sports director to head of racing in April. Accoriding to Daniel Benson's report, Andy Schleck would become CEO of Lidl-Trek amid the changes, but their are various different reports about the exact nature of the shake-ups at both teams, with no changes officially announced yet. The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!

As official Lidl-Trek partner, CRIVIT brings movement to daily life for all in 2026. CRIVIT is further expanding its partnership with the WorldTour team Lidl-Trek, positioning itself in 2026 as the Official Partner of the internationally successful cycling team. In doing so, CRIVIT combines peak performance with an active lifestyle - reaching far beyond competitive racing. As part of this partnership, CRIVIT provides Lidl-Trek with modern, functional casual teamwear for off-bike training, travel, and everyday use. The brand primarily accompanies the team off the bike, where both recovery and an active lifestyle are essential. This partnership reflects CRIVIT's mission: to make functional and comfortable sportswear and equipment accessible to everyone, promoting the joy of movement in daily life. A sign of belonging, beyond just clothing. Teamwear is far more than functional equipment - it is an emotional commitment to shared values and a visible symbol of belonging. The partnership between CRIVIT and Lidl-Trek is the expression of a lifestyle that unites an awareness of healthy nutrition with the joy of movement. "In doing so, we create an identity that extends far beyond cycling and carries our brand promise of 'Better Living' directly into everyday life," says Thomas Rohregger, Head of Competence Centre Lidl Cycling at Lidl International. "CRIVIT is the connecting element for everyone who actively shapes their life's dreams and fills them with a healthy lifestyle. It doesn't matter whether you are a professional cyclist or participate in another sport - it unites everyone who shares the same spirit and pursues their goals with passion." Movement as a way of life. Through its partnership with Lidl-Trek, CRIVIT aims to inspire people to lead an active lifestyle and contribute to their overall wellbeing. The focus is not solely on peak performance on race day, but on the time away from the race track, where staying active remains important. CRIVIT provides the teamwear for these moments. Additionally, the CRIVIT logo is prominently displayed on the sleeves of the professional racing jerseys. Lidl-Trek is one of the most successful cycling teams, consisting of four squads (Men, Women, Future Racing (U23) and Junior Racing (U19)). The team comprises a total of 77 riders. Following stage wins at the Tour de France, La Vuelta and the Giro d'Italia last year, Lidl-Trek has already secured an overall victory at the Volta ao Algarve this year. The team's mission - to become the best road cycling team in the world and to inspire more people to ride bikes - aligns perfectly with the partnership with CRIVIT. Inspired by pros, integrated into daily life. The CRIVIT teamwear includes lightweight pieces that combine comfort and style, making them ideal for travel, breaks and athletic activities outside of competition for all Lidl-Trek team members. The partnership aims to encourage people to make movement an integral part of their lives. Jonathan Milan, a professional rider at Lidl-Trek who recently secured the points jersey at the AlUla Tour in Saudi Arabia, as well as stage wins at the United Arab Emirates Tour and the Italian Tirreno-Adriatico, is convinced that the right clothing can be a great starting point for an active lifestyle. "Even when we are not competing, we feel most comfortable in casual, sporty-elegant clothing during our travels and in everyday life," says Milan. "We like to stay active and therefore appreciate clothing that supports our dynamic lifestyle." He adds: "Teamwear that unites us even off the track also helps us strengthen our team spirit. We think it's great that sport and movement can be easily integrated into everyday life with the right clothes - and CRIVIT is the perfect partner for us in that regard." Anyone looking to be inspired by the enthusiasm of the Lidl-Trek pros for movement on and off the road will find everything beginners and active athletes need at CRIVIT. About CRIVIT. The CRIVIT brand - available at Lidl - offers a unique range of sportswear and equipment for a wide variety of activities and sports. Whether it's fitness, camping and outdoor, running, fun and team sports, winter sports or water sports: CRIVIT provides everything for an active lifestyle - at the best value for money. As a partner that motivates movement, CRIVIT puts individual well-being at the centre and inspires everyone to be active in their own way. Movement. Sport. Well-Being. With CRIVIT. Further information about CRIVIT is available here. To learn more about the Lidl-Trek x CRIVIT partnership, visit: https://crivit.com/crivit-lidl-trek. About Lidl-Trek. Lidl-Trek has a simple mission: to become the best road cycling team in the world and inspire more people to ride their bikes. We accomplish this by empowering athletes to achieve greatness, pushing the limits of engineering and human potential and inspiring riders and fans with our passion. Follow Lidl Cyprus at the following links: Share:

Trek recalls bicycles with allegedly defective coaster brakes and replacement wheels due to risk of injuries and crashes. March 23, 2026 WASHINGTON - A recall has been issued for select Trek and Electra bicycles, along with certain replacement rear wheels, after reports that coaster brakes on these products may fail to engage. A brake failure can cause riders to lose control, creating a significant crash hazard. The recall affects specific models equipped with coaster brakes under the Trek and Electra brands. Impacted bicycles were offered in multiple colors, including shades of red, pink, blue, yellow, green, gray, and purple. The recall also includes designated replacement rear wheels with coaster brakes sold for the same models. The following models are included: Electra - Townie Rental 1 Step Thru - 2026 Trek - Precaliber 12 - 2026 - Precaliber 16 - 2024 and 2026 - Precaliber 20 - 2024 and 2026 - Precaliber 12 CB replacement wheel - 2026 - Precaliber 16 CB replacement wheel - 2026 - Precaliber 20 CB replacement wheel - 2026 Contact the ammons law firm for help filing a product recall claim. When a bicycle's braking system fails, the risk is immediate and serious, especially for children who rely on simple, reliable stopping mechanisms like coaster brakes. A failure to engage is not a minor defect; it raises concerns about design, testing, and whether the product was safe for use when it left the manufacturer. When a defect like this leads to a crash, it is important to determine what went wrong and whether it could have been prevented. If a defective product injured your child, The Ammons Law Firm, LLP is here to help. If you're unsure how to start a product recall claim, its team can walk you through it. The Ammons Law Firm, LLP'll review the recall notice, secure product evidence, and fight for the recovery you're entitled to.