Simon Smythe is Cycling Weekly's senior tech writer and has been in various roles at CW since 2003. His first job was as a sub editor on the magazine following an MA in online journalism (yes, it was just after the dot-com bubble burst).
In his cycling career Simon has mostly focused on time trialling with a national medal, a few open wins and his club's 30-mile record in his palmares. These days he spends a bit more time testing road bikes, or on a tandem doing the school run with his younger son.
What's in the stable? There's a Colnago Master Olympic, a Hotta TT700, an ex-Castorama lo-pro that was ridden in the 1993 Tour de France, a Pinarello Montello, an Independent Fabrication Club Racer, a Shorter fixed winter bike and a renovated Roberts with a modern Campag groupset.
And the vital statistics:
Age: 53
Height: 178cm
Weight: 69kg
Latest articles by Simon Smythe
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Giant and Stages launch new pro-level Dash 200 computer, already used in the WorldTour by BikeExchange-Jayco
New head unit aims to rival Garmin and Wahoo with sophisticated functionality and is available either Giant or Stages branded
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Is better pedalling really the next big wellspring of untapped watts?
Eager to substantiate his souplesse, Simon Smythe gets his pedal stroke analysed by an expert
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Swytch launches a new e-bike conversion kit with a ‘pocket sized’ battery
UK brand Swytch claims a world first for its new compact battery that turns any bike into an electric bike
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Pearson and Lake launch new Velcro-based all-terrain pedal/cleat system
New Tearaway shoe and Born Unslippy pedal aimed at those who don't like click-clacking around in cleats
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Giro Synthe MIPS II helmet review
The updated Synthe comes with a lower price than the original due to its use of a superseded type of MIPS, but as the 'UItegra' of Giro's range it is still a high-performance road helmet
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Sportful Pro Race Toe Covers review
These half-overshoes are wholly useful for days when it's not quite warm enough to leave home without some sort of toe protection
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Best chain lubes for bikes
We round up the best chain lube for your bike and get to grips with the slippery subject of choosing a wet or dry chain lube
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Best bike locks 2022: heavy duty and portable locks for keeping your bike safe
You'll want one of the best bike locks if you plan to leave your bike unattended at any time - here’s what to look for and an overview of some of the best locks on the market
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Dan Bigham: extra watts that broke the British pursuit record prove the world Hour record is possible
New national pursuit champion's physiological gains mean he has the power needed to attack Campenaerts's Hour - and says he will reveal details shortly
