Oliver Bridgewood
Oliver Bridgewood - no, Doctor Oliver Bridgewood - is a PhD Chemist who discovered a love of cycling. He enjoys racing time trials, hill climbs, road races and criteriums. During his time at Cycling Weekly, he worked predominantly within the tech team, also utilising his science background to produce insightful fitness articles, before moving to an entirely video-focused role heading up the Cycling Weekly YouTube channel, where his feature-length documentary 'Project 49' was his crowning glory.
Latest articles by Oliver Bridgewood
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Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc 8.0 Di2 reviewJust landed: We have got hold of the new Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc and it's the first and only one in the country! Here are our initial thoughts, but a full review will follow when we can spend more time with the new disc offering from Canyon
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BMC Teammachine SLR01 Disc Team reviewThe result of 34,000 prototypes generated by a supercomputer the size of a room, the new BMC Teammachine SLR01 Disc was worth waiting for
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PowerBar PowerGel reviewPowerBar supply the BMC team with their sports nutrition needs, but how do their PowerGels taste?
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New Dura-Ace can wirelessly control your Garmin from your shiftersShimano has just launched the new Dura-Ace R9150 Di2 groupset, which can wirelessly connect to a Garmin, smart phone or other gadgets
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Best road bikes under £500: a complete buyer's guide (video)Here's our simple guide to the best road bikes under £500: what to look for, what to expect, and how to get the most bike for your money at half a grand.
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Mavic Winter Underhelmet Cap reviewWearing a cap under your helmet is essential to keep your head and ears warm on cold winter rides.
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DT Swiss PR 1400 DiCut OXIC reviewThe DT Swiss PR 1400 DiCut OXIC is a new performance wheelset featuring a textured ceramic coated brake track for improved stopping power in all conditions.
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Mavic Thermo Plus Shoe Cover reviewAn attractive pair of overshoes with some innovative features.
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New Bontrager Transmitr allows wireless control of lights (video)Bontrager's Transmitr allows multiple lights to be controlled from a wireless handlebar-mounted remote
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Rapha Pro Team Softshell Jacket reviewRapha Pro Team Softshell jacket
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Vision Metron 4D Compact handlebar reviewThe Vision Metron 4D is a carbon-fibre handlebar designed to make your bike lighter and more aerodynamic
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DT-Swiss says new wheels set 'industry benchmark' for efficiencyDT-Swiss has revealed a completely redesigned wheel line up in a association with Swiss Side. Having performed extensive aerodynamic testing the company believes its new wheels are the new benchmark
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Oakley unveils its lightest ever glassesOakley has just launched the EVZero, its lightest ever frame, available with either Path or the larger Range lens option
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What effect do tyres have on aerodynamics?Do your tyres actually make a difference to aerodynamics? And how can you pick the right ones to go with your bike and wheels to make you faster?
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The new Cannondale SuperSix EVO Disc - First RideThe non-disc version of this bike is very good, and the new Cannonade SuperSix EVO Disc adds disc brakes to an already winning formula.
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SiS REGO Protein Mint Chocolate Bar reviewEnsuring you consume your post ride protein within a 30 minute window is crucial for recovery. The SiS Rego mint chocolate bar seeks to be a convenient and tasty solution to protein intake.
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Muc-Off Bio Grease reviewFor pedals, bottom brackets, bearings and metal seatposts, Muc-Off Bio Grease will protect these parts to ensure they keep running smooth.
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Castelli Perfetto Light reviewA lighter weight version of the iconic Gabba, is the Castelli Perfetto Light as perfect as the name suggests?
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Limited edition custom Fizik R1B launched for the GiroTo celebrate the centenary edition of the Giro d'Italia, Fizik has produced a stunning custom version of its range topping R1B shoe.
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B'Twin VIOO Front/Rear Bike Light reviewA really compact and versatile light that aims to improve your front and rear visibility
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Zipp 808 NSW reviewWe put Tony Martin's time trialling wheels, the Zipp 808 NSW, to the test
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Planet X RT-58 Alloy reviewA nice, light frame and quality kit distinguish the Planet X RT-58 Alloy SRAM Rival 11, which represents great value at just £750 for the complete bike.
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Mavic Espoir helmet reviewThe Mavic Espoir is the French company's entry level road helmet
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Is this 4.8kg build the ultimate hill climb bike?Using a customized frame and amazing components, we have endeavoured to build the Ultimate Hill Climb bike for the British Hill Climb season
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