An urban cycling festival is wheeling its way to Greater Manchester for the first time this spring.

SPIN is expected to bring together thousands of road bike and city cycling enthusiasts at Victoria Warehouse in Old Trafford from May 6 to 8.

Established in London, the show will feature everything from test tracks and frame building to art installations and bike film premieres, giving visitors the chance to explore and experience all aspects of cycling under one roof.

Chris Bird, chief executive of show sponsor Sports Tours International, added: “Manchester is the home of British Cycling and more and more Mancunians are getting the bike bug.

“It’s great to have a weekend like this to meet like-minded people face-to-face and share our love of the sport.”

More than 100 of the world’s most forward thinking cycling brands will be showcased at the event, from British and international names such as Cinelli, Brompton and Boardman to newer, independent companies such as Shand, Pur Fix and Hiplok.

There will also be DJs, live music and a cafe zone with street food, craft beer and coffee pop-ups.

Alex Daw, show director for event organiser Mercury Events, said it would be a refreshing alternative to traditional trade and consumer shows.

“Manchester is amongst the world leading cities for cycling, so it was an obvious choice when we wanted to bring our established show out of London,” he said.

“SPIN has created an unrivalled mix of cycling culture, featuring the leading industry heavyweights, as well as lesser known independent brands and innovative start-ups.”

Day tickets cost £13 for adults and £6 for 12 to 17-year-olds. Entry is free for under-12s. Weekend tickets are also available priced at £21. To book visit spin-manchester.com or call 0871 297 0202.