Matt Ischt-Barnard
Like many others, Matt began his journey in the bicycle industry, wielding Allen keys and the occasional hammer at his local bike shop. Growing up mountain biking in the flint-strewn hills of the North Downs, he was persuaded during his time with Evans Cycles' in-house brands Pinnacle and Hoy Bikes to embrace gravel cycling and bikepacking. Recognising the evolving industry, Matt eagerly seized the chance to become an E-bike designer and garnered several awards with Cairn Cycles and their range of gravel E-bikes.
These days, Matt is likely to have a toddler sitting shotgun and a balance bike secured to his back somewhere on the South Downs. When he manages to find time to ride for himself, he opts to take his Sonder Camino to nearly any quiet spot, off the beaten track, or somewhere with a historical point of interest.
Latest articles by Matt Ischt-Barnard
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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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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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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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Zwift Big New Year Sale: Zwift Ride with KICKR CORE 2 Hits Lowest Price Ever! Save $300 and kickstart your New Year trainingDeals Crush your 2026 fitness goals with Zwift's New Year Sale, including the Zwift Ride at its lowest ever price, and the Kickr Core 2 with Zwift Cog and Click has discounts of up to 26% for EU and UK shoppers
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The Perfect Score: All of Cycling Weekly's 2025 5-Star rated products, tested, and approved by our experts; now all wrapped up in one placeIn 2025, the Cycling Weekly team of experts crowned just 24 products 5-star worthy. From superbikes to smart tech, here is the 'perfect' gear you should be hunting for in the end-of-year sales or upgrading to in 2026
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As a fellow cycling parent, here are my top 9 recommendations for fun, practical last-minute kids' bike stocking fillers!People always ask me what they should buy their cycling and bike loving kids for Christmas, so whether you're organised or last minute, this is my definitive list. They're all fun, practical, and easy to grab before the big day arrives!
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"You don't carry a tube for emergencies with tubeless, that's the whole point. TubeLESS, not tubeWITH" - the Cyber Monday deal that set our Facebook comments alightA Cyber Monday deals article on TPU inner tubes ignited a massive debate in our comments section – and one quote, in particular, set the page alight. Today, I'm wading back into the fray and asking you to answer a couple of polls on this clearly divisive topic
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LIVE: Cyber Monday Cycling Deals 2025 are over, but fear many deals are still live, HURRY!That's it, it's all over for another year, but panic not, a number of the best Cyber Monday cycling deals are still live
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Cyber Monday Bike Deals 2025 might be over, but these 76 hand-picked deals by our experts are still live! HURRY!The Cycling Weekly deal hunting experts are done for another year; however, panic not, these 76 hand-picked deals are still live!
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Sealant Shunning - the rise of the TPU inner tube, 4 Cyber Monday discounts on the performance trend of 2025Tyre compatibility issues, the mess, and still needing to carry a tube for emergencies have driven people back to tubes in 2025. Here is my pick of the four best deals this Cyber Monday
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LIVE: Cyber Monday cycling deals 2025 – as Black Friday becomes Cyber Monday, deals are still dropping thick and fast, but time is running out; act fast to avoid disappointmentAs Black Friday gives way to Cyber Monday, deals are still dropping thick and FAST, so make sure you jump on them, as there is no guarantee these deals will last
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I just won Black Friday by finding the Magicshine Allty 1500S bike light at 50% off - hurry, as it might disappear before Cyber MondayI added the Magicshine Allty 1500S to our best bike lights guide just this week, as it was one of the best on test this Fall/Autumn. Now it is 50% in the Amazon Black Friday sale
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Decathlon are living in the future with this self-powered exercise bike, which is now £100 off in Black FridayThe self-powered Domyos EB900 exercise bike from Decathlon certainly caught my eye for its futuristic tech, and now it's £100 off in the Black Friday sales
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100% Brisker winter cycling gloves are my go-to for winter riding and are now a staggeringly low £21 in the Tredz Black Friday sale - Act fast!Yes, the 100% Briskers sacrifice a little warmth; however, the outstanding dexterity gives you superior control and movement on the bike. High performance and feel, for just £21 in the Tredz Black Friday sale.
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Hutchinson Caracal Race Gravel Tyre Review: significant improvements in speedHutchinson has really upped their game with the Caracal Race, especially in terms of rolling resistance, making it a compelling option for all-around use and racers alike. But that's only half of the story...
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Woom Ready Kids’ Bike Helmet Review: a clever design that puts many adult helmets to shameComfortable, well designed and functional with several features I’d like to see more regularly on adult helmets
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Over £170,000 in bike parts up for auction with current bid just £2600 after bike company restructuringGerman mountain bike brand YT Industries, after closing the UK-based YT Mill, is now selling off all its assets, including the kitchen sink
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