Michelle Arthurs-Brennan
Michelle Arthurs-Brennan the Editor of Cycling Weekly website. An NCTJ qualified traditional journalist by trade, Michelle began her career working for local newspapers. She's worked within the cycling industry since 2012, and joined the Cycling Weekly team in 2017, having previously been Editor at Total Women's Cycling. Prior to welcoming her daughter in 2022, Michelle raced on the road, track, and in time trials, and still rides as much as she can - albeit a fair proportion indoors, for now.
Latest articles by Michelle Arthurs-Brennan
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Tell us all about your cycling habits - and win a £150/$150 voucher
We want to know what keeps your pedals turning - and we'll reward one lucky entrant with a voucher prize
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Are DIY bike fits any good? How to set yourself up for comfort on the bike
Getting professionally fitted to your bike can be a costly business. Is it really worth it — or can you sort your own set-up quite adequately for free?
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'Beginner cyclists are finding themselves numb after minutes, some of them put off for life': The bike industry needs to take saddles more seriously
Cycling brands anticipate that saddles specced as standard are routinely replaced, but what if they’re just causing beginners to find new hobbies?
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'I hope they never do this to the women again': Sarah Storey criticises Paralympic course after claiming 18th gold
Women raced over a course of 14.1km, starting at 8am local time
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Police stop another e-bike rider from delivering food via M6 motorway
The modified e-bike was seized and the rider summoned to court
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How do bike gears work? A simple and detailed explainer for beginners and intermediates
If you don't have a clue how many gears your bike has (let alone how to use them!) we've got you covered with this simple explainer. For more depth, just keep on reading
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Best bike accessories and gadgets
You've got the bike, but what about the helmet, lock or pump? We've chosen the perfect bits of kit for on and off two wheels.
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Road bike groupsets: Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo hierarchies explained
What exactly is a road bike groupset? Should you pick Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo or other? Here's your complete guide to this essential piece of kit for your bike
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Best road bikes under $1000: our pick of the bunch in 2024
You can still find some great road bikes that won't break the $1000 barrier
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Best bike rollers 2024: how to add variety to your indoor cycling
Here's our pick of the best bike rollers if you're looking to break up the dreary indoor bike trainer routine with something a little more rocking and rolling
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Best backpacks for cycling 2024: robust and durable rucksacks for commuting
The best backpacks for cycling help you carry your belongings, whether for commuting or leisure
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'There needs to be a WorldTour nursery!': Elinor Barker says childcare provision at the Paris Olympics is a step forward
The track and road cyclist reckons provision at other events could work out to be 'quite a good business'
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Drivetrain underdog Classified snaps up Shimano's Director of Marketing
The innovative Belgian brand has a new hire it's keen to shout about
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Islabikes founder regains '100%' ownership of legendary children’s brand and launches new website to keep the bikes alive
Isla Rowntree now appointed director of the business and will run the site alongside one colleague
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Tour de France cyclist rode 136.6-kilometres on a 'rest day'
Most riders head out for a short spin on the rest day, but not Chris Harper
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Track events at the Paris Olympics 2024: All you need to know
Confused by the omnium? Bemused by the keirin? Here's Cycling Weekly's essential guide to track cycling disciplines
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Visma-Lease a Bike 'Control Room' not authorised within Tour de France premises
Organisers of the French Grand Tour say that the converted van shall not be authorised 'within any of the premises of the event' and will not gain accreditation to follow the race
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UCI to investigate Visma-Lease a Bike 'Control Room' at the Tour de France
The UCI published a statement shortly after the rolling race processor was unveiled
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Best indoor cycling clothing 2024 to keep you going nowhere in comfort
The best indoor cycling clothing can help prevent saddle sores and keep you cool indoors
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It’s e-bike week on Cycling Weekly - join us for a week of electric bike tips, advice and know-how
From 17-23 May, we’ll be sharing a host of guides and explainers to help electric bike owners - or prospective owners - get the very most from their machines
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Robert Stannard receives backdated four-year suspension and fine of 70% of annual salary for doping violation
UCI Anti-Doping tribunal decided against the Australian rider following abnormalities in his Biological Passport
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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It's Gravel Week on Cycling Weekly
Cycling Weekly is hosting Gravel Week, a week-long spotlight on all things gravel: tech, events, gravel stars, racing and bikepacking.
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Cycling reduces the chance of knee pain, especially in the over 60s - study shows
Study found that those who cycled were less likely to experience knee pain
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Fair laws for cyclists aren't controversial - but 'death trap' journalism which capitalises on misinformation is unforgivable
Parity in punishment is no problem, but we can't pretend that introducing more laws for cyclists will create equality on the roads
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