Alex Ballinger
Alex Ballinger is editor of BikeBiz magazine, the leading publication for the UK cycle industry, and is the former digital news editor for CyclingWeekly.com. After gaining experience in local newsrooms, national newspapers and in digital journalism, Alex found his calling in cycling, first as a reporter, then as news editor responsible for Cycling Weekly's online news output, and now as the editor of BikeBiz. Since pro cycling first captured his heart during the 2010 Tour de France (specifically the Contador-Schleck battle) Alex covered three Tours de France, multiple editions of the Tour of Britain, and the World Championships, while both writing and video presenting for Cycling Weekly. He also specialises in fitness writing, often throwing himself into the deep end to help readers improve their own power numbers. Away from the desk, Alex can be found racing time trials, riding BMX and mountain bikes, or exploring off-road on his gravel bike. He’s also an avid gamer, and can usually be found buried in an eclectic selection of books.
Latest articles by Alex Ballinger
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Joss Lowden smashes Hour Record
The British rider broke through the previous record by more than 300 metres
By Alex Ballinger • Last updated
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‘A lot of self doubt, but it actually wasn’t that bad’: Joss Lowden reflects on her blistering Hour Record ride
Lowden said she wants to help close the gap to the men’s side of the sport
By Alex Ballinger • Published
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Joss Lowden's Hour Record LIVE: Updates as British rider takes on prestigious track record
Follow live updates from Lowden's record attempt in Grenchen, Switzerland
By Alex Ballinger • Last updated
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‘He was one of the first coaches to believe in my potential’: Heiko Salzwedel, former British Cycling Olympic coach, has died
Salzwedel helped Team GB to some of the biggest successes on the track
By Alex Ballinger • Published
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‘I hope to not touch Wiggins’ power for even a second’: Can Dan Bigham’s aero gains overcome wattage in Hour Record attempt?
The aero expert and time trial specialist hopes to break the British record for 60 minutes on the track this week
By Alex Ballinger • Published
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Gianni Moscon leaves Ineos Grenadiers after six years
The Italian rider, who has been at the centre of numerous controversies, will be heading to Astana next season
By Alex Ballinger • Published
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Family pay tribute to ‘passionate cyclist’ Andy Fowell who died in crash
Andy Fowell, a pioneer in palliative care in North Wales, recently completed a ride from Istanbul to Anglesey for charity
By Alex Ballinger • Published
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Dan Bigham announces Hour Record attempt
The aero specialist is targeting the British record, held by Sir Bradley Wiggins, before he goes for the World Record of Victor Campenaerts
By Alex Ballinger • Published
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Teenage truck driver ploughs into group of cyclists while allegedly trying to blast them with fumes
The incident, which left four riders in hospital, happened in the Houston area of Texas
By Alex Ballinger • Published