Luke Friend
Luke Friend has worked as a writer, editor and copywriter for twenty five years. Across books, magazines and websites, he's covered a broad range of topics for a range of clients including Major League Baseball, the National Trust and the NHS. He has an MA in Professional Writing from Falmouth University and is a qualified bicycle mechanic. He has been a cycling enthusiast from an early age, partly due to watching the Tour de France on TV. He's a keen follower of bike racing to this day as well as a regular road and gravel rider.
Latest articles by Luke Friend
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Five tips for bike commuting to work
To help you better navigate your ride to work, we share our top tips on getting to A to B during rush hour safely
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Meet Roetz Life - the e-bike that's designed to last forever
Amsterdam brand's modular system aims to reduce electronic waste and claims to be 'the only and last e-bike you need'
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Tech round up: Factor Ostro VAM Oceanic Edition, absoluteBlack Graphenpads, PRO Vibe Superlight cockpit and Bollé Eco React MIPS helmet... plus Le Col's new flagship Pro Aero Bib Shorts
A bike to raise awareness of ocean pollution, copper-free brakes pads, an eco helmet, some featherweight handlebars and Le Col's most aero (and expensive) shorts
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Cervélo Soloist: the original aero road bike comes back as an affordable racer
Lighter than the S5, more aerodynamic than the R5 and quite a lot cheaper than both
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Is an e-bike worth it? Why an electric bike is perfect for commuting
An e-bike is the perfect mode of transport for commuting to work
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Tech round up: MAAP Alt_Road, Le Col Indoor Workout and Rapha Sarah Sturm collections plus limited-edition Ortlieb bikepacking bags
It's fashion week in the cycling world too, so we've got three clothing collections, including matching accessories, and some rather special portage hitting the CW catwalk
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MATE Bike prosecuted for supplying overpowered folding e-bikes capable of 32kph
Bikes were sold with 750w motors that helped them hit speeds over 15.5mph, resulting in a fine for MATE Bike and the judge ordering them to be recalled
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New Trek Domane is lighter and faster with a simplified IsoSpeed system and improved aerodynamics
Trek says the fourth generation is the fastest Domane it has ever made, but claims it still has the same cushioned ride
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New BMC Kaius is a race-tuned gravel bike with a 910g frame and aerodynamic tube shapes
Swiss brand's new gravel racer borrows tech from its road bikes but uses an 'unprecedented' carbon lay-up for speed and comfort over rough terrain
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Vuelta a España 2022: Rigoberto Uran wins stage 17 from the break
The EF Education-EasyPost rider proved the strongest on the day's final climb while Remco Evenepoel remains in the race lead
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Remco remains in charge: Five talking points from stage 17 of the Vuelta a España 2022
Remco Evenpoel and Enric Mas cross the line together, with a showdown in the mountains approaching, while Fred Wright may have finally run out of steam
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Vuelta a España 2022: Mads Pederson wins stage 16 as Primož Roglič crashes as he contests the sprint finish
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Primož Roglič is down but he is out? Five things we learned from stage 16 of the Vuelta a España 2022
Mads Pedersen wins his second stage in a dramatic finale that saw Roglič crash and Remco Evenepoel puncture
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Tech Round Up: Pinarello Dogma F in new colours, Zwift updates, Chrome FOG collection and Rouvy / Strava integration
Hi-vis bikes and bags and virtual training app tweaks
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Tech round up: Silca Gravelero mini-pump, Adicta Lab Quartz Gravel clothing, Tifosi Breast Cancer Awareness sunglasses and a pair of Roval wheels up for grabs
Gravel gear, shades for a good cause and an artistic challenge
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Can cheap road helmets match up to more expensive lids? We look at the key differences
A helmet is a vital piece of cycling kit, providing crucial protection for your head - but how do budget and premium models compare?
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Giant Propel 2023 unveiled - lighter, faster and a little more user-friendly Tour de France stage winner
The latest Propel range includes the Advanced SL used by Team BikeExchange-Jayco at this year's TdF and features new tube shapes, aero cockpit and CADEX wheels
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Tech round up: Cube Litening Air C:68X, Raleigh Trace ebike, Rapha Bráulio Amado Collection, Dynaplug Covert Drop tool and the Defender Shock Contact Alarm
Two lightweight bikes, an artistic clothing collection, a stealthy tool and a better way to protect your bikes...
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We took nine cheap road tyres to a rolling resistance testing facility and this is how they stacked up
Here nine budget tyres are through their paces - including a trip to Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub to test their rolling resistance
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How do I get started in cycling on a budget?
We take you through the essentials you need and offer some top-value suggestions
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Suffering with clunky bike gears? Follow our simple guide to make your shifting smooth again
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to adjust your bike gears
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Tech round up: Cannondale SuperSix EVO Leichtbau LTD frameset, CADEsport virtual cycling game, MAAP's autumn road collection and the PLYO 3-D printed helmet
A lighter frame, a more inclusive virtual training game, an evolved clothing collection and a safer helmet...
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How do cheap sunglasses stack up against those rocking three-figure price tags? We explain the key differences
Not only does a set of cycling sunglasses shade your eyes, they provide a mini shield against bugs and debris. Many cyclists won't go out without them – but are expensive models really any better?
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Campagnolo patent applications suggest an e-bike hub, crank-based power meter and wireless shifting are all coming
Italian groupset manufacturer could be looking to match or even surpass the tech of its Japanese and US rivals
By Luke Friend Published