James Bracey
James Bracey's career has seen him move from geography teacher, to MBR writer, to Cycling Weekly's senior tech writer and video presenter. He possesses an in-depth knowledge of bicycle mechanics, as well as bike fit and coaching qualifications. Bracey enjoys all manner of cycling, from road to gravel and mountain biking.
Latest articles by James Bracey
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Van Rysel RR 900 bib short review
Top of the range bib short for under £50, but is there a catch?
By James Bracey Published
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Tech of the Week: Scorching new bikes from Trek and Kinesis, smartphone or bike computer?
What's new in the world of cycling tech over the last seven days
By James Bracey Published
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Astute Skyline Pilarga SR saddle review
The best thing you can say about a new saddle is that you don't notice that it's new, and that's exactly the case with the Astute Skyline Pilarga SR saddle.
By James Bracey Published
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Cannondale Topstone Neo Carbon Lefty 3 review
Full suspension and power assisted, is the Topstone Neo the ultimate gravel killer?
By James Bracey Last updated
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Merida Silex+ 8000-E review
A gravel bike for riders who want to explore more technical terrain
By James Bracey Published
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Blackburn Big Switch multitool review
Compact but perfectly formed, the Big Switch tool is up to most road-side maintenance tasks
By James Bracey Published
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Giro Trans BOA road shoe review
The revamped Trans benefits from a Boa update
By James Bracey Published
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Specialized Roubaix Comp review
The latest Roubaix has more versatility with a promise of better performance. Does it deliver?
By James Bracey Published
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Castelli Climber's 3.0 Jersey review
The perfect jersey for the heat?
By James Bracey Published
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Tech of the Week: a titanium Ribble, aero helmets and...Fustle
What's new in the world of cycling tech over the last seven days
By James Bracey Published
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Should you change to winter tyres?
Changing to puncture-resistant tyres for the winter used to be standard practice but better rubber means it’s no longer a necessity
By James Bracey Published
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Bollé Chronoshield glasses review
Bollé bring back an old favourite to cater for today's 'bigger is better' eyewear appetite
By James Bracey Published
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Tech of the Week: Giant TCR and new carbon from Enve and Corima
What's new in the world of cycling tech over the last seven days
By James Bracey Published
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Zipp's all new 303 Firecrest designed for wider, tubeless tyres
The updated Firecrest is designed for 28mm tyres minimum
By James Bracey Published
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Halfords launch free safety checking for all bikes
Aimed at the seven million 'neglected' bikes in sheds across the UK
By James Bracey Published
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Shimano RX8 SPD Shoe review
Shimano's dedicated gravel shoe is focussed on race like performance
By James Bracey Published
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Santini Fashion Vega Bibtights review
There's nothing flash-in-the-pan about Santini's Fashion Vega tight
By James Bracey Published
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Carrera launch completely revamped 2020 bike range
Rider comfort and reliability are put to the fore with the new 26 bike range
By James Bracey Published
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Looking for a socially distanced gravel event? The Gritty 130 could be the perfect ride
Taking in 130km of the best scenery and trails in Mid Wales, the event promises to be a blast
By James Bracey Published
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Smith Wildcat glasses review
Smith's largest eyewear to date offers unlimited vision and eye protection
By James Bracey Published
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Fustle Causeway GR1 review
Fustle's Causeway barges into the gravel scene with more than a little MTB bias
By James Bracey Published
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Sidi Jarin cycling shoes review
Sidi's gravel focussed shoe marries road and MTB design
By James Bracey Published
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The new Lapierre Aircode DRS: third time is the charm
Lapierre's aero race bike receives its first major overhaul since its inception
By James Bracey Published
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Truflo Airstore trackpump review
Trackpump and tubeless tyre inflator in one handy package
By James Bracey Published