Sam Gupta
After discovering his love of cycling in college, Sam has always kept two wheels very close. Having spent over five years working in a couple of local bike shops, it's fair to say he enjoys getting hands on. He also loves to push himself to ride ever longer distances and to explore as many new places as possible.
Sam has been Cycling Weekly's video manager since January 2022. You'll find him on our YouTube channel where he brings you the latest cycling tech news, rides, reviews and all of the most important new launches while taking in some incredible cycling adventures too.
Latest articles by Sam Gupta
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This bike stand has plenty of tricks up its sleeve, here’s why it could work well for you
By Sam Gupta Published
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New 5.9kg Scott Addict RC is the 'lightest bike Scott has ever made' and still has room for 34mm tyres
The new Scott Addict RC Ultimate breaks 6kg barrier from factory and still has genuinely practical features
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Scott Addict RC first ride review: what's it really like to ride a 5.9kg hyperbike?
The new Scott rides impeccably, and is more versatile than the futuristic weight claim might lead you to believe
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See safely and be seen friendly with RAVEMEN PR2000 headlight
Sponsored by Ravemen
With its wireless remote control and versatile design, this Ravemen front light will keep you running on the darkest nights
By Sam Gupta Published
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Why Van Rysel may be about to change cycling
The 'fastest' and 'cheapest' are rarely superlatives uttered so close together
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Look Keo Blade Power review: accurate, dual-sided power meter pedals with a tasty aesthetic
Stunning looks and superb accuracy are let down somewhat by a few quirks and a lengthy bedding in period
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What if the new Trek teased at the Giro isn't an Émonda?
Lidl-Trek are teasing a new bike, and the cycling world assumes it's an Émonda. But, what if it's not?
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I built a superbike - with an aluminium frame
Video Manager Sam Gupta set out to build a lightweight machine with a metal heart - keeping both the weight and price tag as low as possible
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15 things that really annoy us about cycling... and how to improve them
It’s not always sunshine, tailwinds and KOM’s - there are some things which can leave us feeling a little disgruntled...
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All your cycling Christmas gifts wrapped up with Tredz
Forget novelty socks, gift something a cyclist truly wants this Christmas with help from the team at Tredz
By Sam Gupta Published
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Zwift Hub smart trainer review - a 'no brainer' for entry into indoor training
Affordable, easy to set up and with an impressive list of features, is the Hub the best entry-level trainer on the market?
By Sam Gupta Last updated
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Nine things I wish I knew when I started indoor cycling...
And yes, the surprising extent to which human sweat can corrode a headset is there at number six
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Nine road bikes we're excited to see redesigned in 2024
Launch season is beginning to wind down, but we know there will be new and exciting models released next summer
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Five road bike tech trends I wish didn't exist
From shoddy quality control to steering stoppers, former mechanic and CW Video Manager Sam vents his frustrations
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Kask Elemento review - it’s the most expensive helmet we’ve had on test
Kask's new range-topping helmet is claimed to be safer, more aero and more ventilated - here’s how it performed in practice
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Why the grim reality of aero bike ownership may not be for you
Think you want an aero bike? Perhaps, says CW's Video Manager Sam, think again...
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Going the distance on the new Pinarello X
We put Pinarello's accessible new endurance road bike through its paces in Britain's beautiful and testing Peak District.
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Longtermers: Sam Gupta's Specialized Allez
The 2015 Allez chassis was purchased by our video manager during his bike shop days - when expectations exceeded financial means, untill Facebook Marketplace came to the rescue
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Specialized Tarmac SL8 first ride review - no wonder the internet got excited
The latest iteration of Specialized's WorldTour race bike claims to be its 'fastest ever'. But how does it ride?
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Nine things road cyclists shouldn’t care about... but still do
We run through nine different aspects of the sport that maybe we should let go of in the pursuit of getting back to the core of why we really love road cycling
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First ride impressions: New Campagnolo Super Record Wireless groupset
Does the Italian brand's flagship groupset live up to expectations and its big price tag?
By Sam Gupta Published
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New Specialized Allez first ride review: Is it still one of the best bargains around?
The brand's entry level road bike aims to appeal to a wide audience, with a split personality
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KASK Elemento helmet first look - carbon fibre, 3D printing and a price to match
Kask's new range topping helmet performs well, but has a price tag to match
By Sam Gupta Published
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Shimano 105 R7100 Di2 review - a brilliant groupset albeit expensive
105 Di2 makes Shimano's electronic shifting more accessible - but this isn't a 'groupset for the people' in the way the mechanical version always was
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