Latest articles by Matt Ischt-Barnard
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Stop, unglove, pull out phone, check map, repeat - I went on a data detox, but wish I'd something for navigation - Now just $99 at Competitive Cyclist, the Beeline Velo 2 is the answerI just got my hands on a Beeline Velo 2, after ditching my computer a year ago - it's rated highly by my colleagues, and it's now under $100 at Competitive Cyclist
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Best time trial helmets 2026: TT and Triathlon helmets tested by our expert for much more than just speedFinding extra speed isn't always about aerodynamics; Our experts put six of the world's fastest helmets to the test, focusing on their comfort, fit and usability.
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Best road bike pedals 2026: our experts' complete guide to the best clipless pedal systemsThe best clipless pedals are essential for road and gravel riding; here we look at some of the pedal systems available for cyclists
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Best budget sunglasses 2026: rated and reviewed by our cycling expertsOur experts have tested the best budget sunglasses on the market that prove you don't have to break the bank to get quality eye-protection
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Cash for any bike this Easter weekend with Decathlon! For a limited time only, get an extra 20% BuyBack bonus, and enter into a £1000 voucher drawPresented by Decathlon UK
Promoted This bank holiday weekend, Decathlon is offering not only an extra 20% bonus on their BuyBack Scheme, but you also have the chance to win a £1000 voucher when you trade in any bike.
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Best energy gels for cycling 2026: all expert taste tested and ratedEnergy gels should be palatable and kind on your stomach - Our experts have tested and rated the best energy gels for flavour, performance and usability
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Best kids' bike helmets 2026: quality, safe, tested by kids, and (crucially) loved by kids!A helmet is only safe if your child first wears it, and it fits correctly. Along with our kids, we have tested some of the best kids' bike helmets - helmets to suit babies and toddlers, right through to mini shredders and teens.
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Amazon Spring Sale is officially over, but wait... Don't miss these 19 deals I have found that are still live - don't miss out!Deals If the last 7 days of the Amazon Big Spring Sale passed you by, fear not, you haven't totally missed out - check out these 19 deals still live and not to be missed
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I’m a devoted tubeless rider, but I always have a TPU tube in my pocket - 4 deals to snag before the Amazon Spring Sale ends todayRegardless of whether you believe they perform as a viable alternative to tubeless, TPUs make the perfect emergency tube: light, easy to fold, and easy to carry
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The most reliable power meter pedals we have ever tested: Save $92 on Favero Assioma Duos in the Amazon Spring Sale – Hurry, sale ends tomorrow!deals Even when Editor Michelle tested the Assiomas back in 2020, she found them incredibly reliable, awarding them 4.5 stars. Fast forward to 2026, Tech Writer Aaron’s pair are still going strong seven years after he first clipped in.
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I think this is the best $8 you will ever spend – get the only tyre levers you will ever need for less than a coffee and cake in the Amazon Spring SaleForgo the coffee stop just once, and get yourself a pair of Muc-Off Rim Stix for under $8 in the Amazon Spring Sale - I guarantee you won't regret it
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What three months, 500km, and 30+ school runs taught me about ditching the car for a cargo bikeWhen I found myself unexpectedly without a car, I committed to seeing whether a cargo bike could honestly fill the void. This is my report from the road detailing the highs, the lows, and the reality of 500km of cargo bike usage
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Benno RemiDemi XL Review: a cool cargo bike that largely delivers on its core purpose, but can it really replace an SUV?Just as outdoor brands have transformed rugged into high-street fashion, Benno aims to do the same for the school run. I put their 'SUV-inspired' RemiDemi XL to the test to see if its hauling ability matches its hype
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Dislike Garmin? These 9 Wahoo deals are my star find of the Amazon Big Spring Sale so farWahoo has started the Amazon Spring Sale off strong with offers of up to 24% off its range of bike computers, lights and smart trainers
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Best electric bikes 2026: every style ridden, and tested by our ebike expertsOur ebike experts have ridden and tested just about every style of the best electric bikes, and you can find 6 of their top-rated, broken down into how they are best used
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Best flat pedals for cycling 2026: 6 great options for gravel and urban use, tested by our expertsA pair of best flat pedals can be a very handy option whether you are commuting in work shoes or just looking for extra confidence on your bike
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Is this the beginning of the end for the Garmin Edge 540 & 840 bike computers? Both are now heavily discounted in the early Amazon Big Spring Sale dealsIt should be no suprise to see the outgoing Garmin Edge 540 & 840 with well over 20% off in the early Amazon Big Spring Sale; however, could this be the final call for these now much-loved bike computers?
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Best lightweight bike locks 2026: 6 highly transportable and wearable locks, all expert tested and ratedDon't let your bike lock weigh you down. We have tested all the lightest bike locks for security, useability and transportation. The result is 6 lightweight expert-tested recommendations
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Best fenders for gravel bikes 2026: 5 expert-approved mudguards that protect you and your bike from the muckWe’ve rounded up 5 of the best mudguards for gravel from our gravel bike experts, which do much more than just protect the rider
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We rate the Cycplus AS2 as one of the best electric pumps, but... this £33 Amazon Spring Sale deal is just as good and 35% cheaperAlthough the Cycplus AS2 is currently one of our top-rated electric pumps, it’s hard to ignore that the Airbank Mini offers 90% of the functionality for over a third less. Now it's just £33 in the Amazon Spring Sale
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I’ve been a bike product expert for over 15 years, and now a cycling deals hunter; you'd better 'bolt' over to the Amazon Spring Sale for some record-low Wahoo Elemnt bike computer pricesWahoo has discounted its entire range of Elemnt bike computers in the Amazon Spring Deal Days 2026 sale, with the Bolt V3 now at its lowest ever price
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It's no secret you can restore that new bike feel and save £££ with a bit of spring cleaning, but... did you know you can get everything you need in the Amazon Spring Sale?With up to 33% off a range of cleaning and lubrication products, the Amazon Spring Deal Days is a great place to start for all your bike spring cleaning needs
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Best hybrid bikes 2026: the best models for leisure and commutingHow to find the best hybrid bike that suits both your riding and your budget
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Best winter bib tights 2026: reviewed and rated for both men and womenOwning a set of the best bib tights is vital for keeping you warm and helping you get out the door when the temperature drops. Our experts have rated these 11 tights for both men and women as their top picks
