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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 11 revolutionary road bikes that changed the world of cyclingWe go through the ages to look at the 10 game-changing road bikes that have changed the course of cycling history, from Bartali to Cavendish By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Chesini Gran Premio Custom reviewWe put the Chesini Gran Premio Custom to the test By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 How much faster are aero wheels? (video)We decided to do an experiment to see how much difference (in general terms) aero wheels make. Here are our findings By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Edco Roches wheels reviewEdco Roches are designed to be a solid wheels for everyday use, being tubeless-ready and with a wide internal rim width, but they could be more comfortable. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Bontrager Ballista reviewhe Ballista was famously worn by Jens Voigt during his successful tilt at the Hour Record and is also worn by the Trek-Segafredo racing team. Here is our review By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Mavic Inferno Extreme Winter Gloves reviewWith a name like 'Inferno Extreme Winter' we were expecting these gloves to be rather warm, so we put them to the test in sub zero temperatures... By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 New Bahrain cycling team announces Merida as title sponsorMore details have been announced of the new Bahrain Merida cycling team, which will be riding Merida bikes for 2017, and takes on Brent Copeland as manager. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Rapha Pro Team Flyweight jersey reviewThe Rapha Pro Team Flyweight jersey is intended for use in hot and humid conditions and is the lightest jersey Rapha makes By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Can a tubeless tyre survive a nail? (video)Can a tubeless tyre survive pins and a nail being driven through the carcass? We put it to the test... By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 dhb Professional ASV Merino Thermal Cycle Socks reviewThe mercury has plummeted and winter is rapidly taking hold, help keep your feet warm with a quality pair of merino socks. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 New Shimano Dura-Ace R9150 Di2 key details and first rideSummary of the key details and new features of the new electronic Shimano Dura-Ace R9150 Di2 groupset, plus our first impressions from an initial ride. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 How to climb Honister Pass: West to East (video)Our video guide on how to climb Honister Pass West to East, heading from Buttermere towards Keswick. One of the most beautiful climbs in the world. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 B’Twin Ultra 700 AF 105 reviewPound for pound the B'Twin Ultra 700 AF leaves the competition standing By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Bike Box Alan reviewPlanning on flying somewhere nice with your bike? Here is our review of the Bike Box Alan hard case as used by Chris Froome and Laura Trott to name but a few. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Giro Foray Helmet reviewThe Giro Foray is new for this year and seeks to provide style, performace and protection at price that won't break the bank. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 B'Twin 700 Carbon Road Shoes reviewTop performance road shoes need not cost the earth... By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Santini Triton Windstopper bib tights reviewItalian brand Santini have been making cycling specific clothing since 1965, so it's fair to say they know a thing or two. How do their deep Winter Triton Windstopper bib tights perform? Read on to find out By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 PowerTap G3 Hub reviewThe PowerTap G3 Hub is a rear hub based power meter. It is one of the most established power meters on the market By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Michal Kwiatkowski's Pinarello Dogma F8This is the Pinarello Dogma F8 of Team Sky rider and 2014 World Champion Michal Kwiatkowski. By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Watch: This revolutionary sensor can measure your drag coefficient in real timeThe Notio Konect Sensor array, promises to measure your drag coefficient in real time as you ride, allowing you optimise your position and equipment By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 New 2018 Cannondale Synapse launched: first ride (video)The new Cannondale Synapse endurance bike is claimed to be lighter and stiffer than the previous version, and will only be available with disc brakes By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Buying a custom bike - Part 1: FittingCW gets a bike-fit for a custom Parlee By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 B’Twin Triban 540 reviewThe B'Twin Triban 540 is a bike on a budget without cutting corners, and a quality frame paired with a superb spec make this bike a blast to ride By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
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 Specialized Venge Elite reviewThe Specialized Venge Elite is a great bike but lacks for a 105 chainset and 25mm tyres By Oliver Bridgewood Published 
