Halfords Group reported organic sales growth for its Cycling and Travel Solutions stores of 7.6 percent in the 15 weeks ended Jan. 9. Overall retail sales for the British group increased by 6.5 percent. The company said the bikes segment was boosted by children's cycles, which recorded a 13.8 percent jump, while the standout performer for the group was car maintenance. During the quarter, the company opened its first Cycle Republic store in London.

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