Aaron Borrill
Aaron was the Tech Editor Cyclingnews between July 2019 and June 2022. He was born and raised in South Africa, where he completed his BA honours at the University of Cape Town before embarking on a career in journalism. Throughout this career, Aaron has spent almost two decades writing about bikes, cars, and anything else with wheels. Prior to joining the Cyclingnews team, his experience spanned a stint as Gear & Digital editor of Bicycling magazine, as well as a time at TopCar as Associate Editor.
Now based in the UK's Surrey Hills, Aaron's life revolves around bikes. He's a competitive racer, Stravaholic, and Zwift enthusiast. He’s twice ridden the Cape Epic, completed the Haute Route Alps, and represented South Africa in the 2022 Zwift eSports World Championships.
Height: 175cm
Weight: 61.5kg
Rides: Cannondale SuperSlice Disc Di2 TT, Cannondale Supersix Evo Dura-Ace Rim, Cannondale Supersix Evo Ultegra Di2 Disc, Trek Procaliber 9.9 MTB
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![A Hammerhead Karoo 2 computer mounted to the front of a bike, with the training screen showing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xH6WzKPqWMbFsgKJHKvjhA-320-80.jpg)
Hammerhead Karoo 2 review: A worthy pretender to the throne
By Aaron Borrill last updated
First look Smartphone-like touchscreen with market-leading maps, but let down a little by its battery life
![WyndyMilla Saw Doctor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BCBrjY3YsDRF5GL8yBVMt8-320-80.jpg)
WyndyMilla Saw Doctor Dura-Ace Di2 review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review The WyndyMilla Saw Doctor is a British-designed, Italian-built aero bike that prioritises self-expression to complement its performance
![Rapha Pro Team Frameless sunglasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mHPxieRVqX9WtEFXCPkE8e-320-80.jpg)
Rapha Pro Team Frameless sunglasses - First look gallery
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Not yet ratedFirst look A closer look at Rapha's new premium cycling sunglasses offering, the Pro Team Frameless
![Oakley Sutro sunglasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ekBC2PzUmfM6cB8PAMqG6i-320-80.jpg)
Oakley Sutro sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Not yet ratedReview Bold and refined, the retro-themed Oakley Sutro has raised the bar for cycling performance and style
![Custom Suplest Edge+ Pro shoes by Hasie and the Robots](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x8S3CAiyXvG5pHWwCmtJWb-320-80.jpg)
Suplest Edge+ Pro Series cycling shoes by Hasie and the Robots - Gallery
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review Suplest's most refined and performance-orientated road shoe to date, the Edge+ Pro Series, gets the Hasie and the Robots custom treatment
![POC Aspire Solar Switch sunglasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YpfqHGvmjjnTUeaH7iCkz-320-80.jpg)
POC Aspire Solar Switch sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review POC's Aspire Solar Switch sunglasses have redefined the cycling eyecare concept by dialling in never-before-seen levels of technology and sophistication
![Rudy Project Defender](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZPeGvzqkpMtSoBRSc3yEX6-320-80.jpg)
Rudy Project Defender sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review With its performance fit and refined design cues, the Rudy Project Defender is still one the best-looking cycling eye protection options in the segment
![Koo Spectro sunglasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9noPok2k2iv3aJquEmA6kR-320-80.jpg)
The Musette: a Tour de France special
By Aaron Borrill, Josh Croxton last updated
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team
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