Transaction

Clearwater advises Partech Partners, Entrepreneur Venture, 123 IM and business angels on the sale of a majority stake in Alltricks to Decathlon

Transaction

Sale of a majority stake in Alltricks to Decathlon

Sell-side

Undisclosed

Role

Adviser to Partech Partners, Entrepreneur Venture, 123 IM and business angels on the sale of majority stake in Alltricks to Decathlon

Sector

Consumer
Tech & Tech Services

Region

France & Belgium

We have advised Partech Partners, Entrepreneur Venture, 123 IM and business angels on the sale of a majority stake in Alltrick, a leading online retailer specialised in cycling, running and outdoor equipment, to Decathlon.

Founded in 2008 by Gary Anssens, who keeps a significant share of capital, Alltricks is the French leader in the online cycling segment, while also offering running, outdoor and lifestyle equipment.

Alltricks offers a deep product range of 500 high-end brands, including four own-brands, representing 60,000 SKUs in inventory and 125,000 SKUs through its marketplace, targeting a community of sport addicts and outdoor lovers.

Alltricks has developed an omnichannel model through its website, three owned and franchised stores, a marketplace and 160 service centres in France, supported by its fully integrated 17,000sqm logistics platform in Châteaudun.

In 2018, Alltricks generated €65m of revenues with 130 employees.

This transaction will allow Alltricks to accelerate its growth in the retail business with a nationwide presence. In parallel, Alltricks will bring its digital experience to Decathlon to support the establishment of their marketplace on the cycling segment and provide additional high-end products to their cycling offer.

Partech bicycle

The Clearwater team closely accompanied us throughout the process, both in the strategic thinking and in the deal structuring. This cooperation allowed us to select the best partner. Expert and enthusiast, Décathlon will both ensure the sustainability of Alltricks’ DNA and the acceleration of its web and omnichannel development.

GARY ANSSENS, CEO, ALLTRICKS

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