Lapierre Bikes
French bicycle manufacturer
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Cycles Lapierre SAS is a bicycle manufacturing company based in Dijon, France.[1][2] Lapierre bicycles are ridden by French UCI WorldTeams Groupama–FDJ and FDJ Suez Futuroscope.[3][4] Their mountain bikes have been notably ridden by Nicolas Vouilloz and he has been involved in the development of the bikes.[5]
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| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Bicycle industry |
| Founded | 1946 |
| Founder | Gaston Lapierre |
| Headquarters | , France |
| Products | Bicycles |
| Parent | Accell |
| Website | www.lapierrebikes.com |
History
The company was founded in 1946 by Gaston Lapierre in Dijon. His son, Jacky, took over management in 1960, and a new factory was built in 1972.[1]
Lapierre is owned by Accell Group. Accell bought a 33% stake in January 1993, followed by the rest in April 1996.[1]
In 2007 Lapierre started distribution in the United Kingdom.[6] Distribution began in Canada with the 2010 model year. [7]
They now produce over 90,000 bicycles a year at three locations in France.[1]
Aircode DRS Lapierre x Alpine
In October 2022, French sports car manufacturer Alpine partnered with Lapierre to create a €9,000 limited edition carbon fiber bike.[8]
