Mildred Locke
Mildred joined as Reviews Writer for Cyclingnews and BikePerfect in December 2020. She loves all forms of cycling from long-distance audax to daily errand-running by bike, and does almost everything on two wheels, including moving house, and started out her cycling career working in a bike shop. For the past five years she's volunteered at The Bristol Bike Project as a mechanic and session coordinator, and now sits on its board of directors.
Since then she's gone on to write for a multitude of cycling publications, including Bikeradar, Cycling Plus, Singletrack, Red Bull, Cycling UK and Total Women's Cycling. She's dedicated to providing more coverage of women's specific cycling tech, elevating under-represented voices in the sport, and making cycling more accessible overall.
Height: 156cm (5'2")
Weight: 75kg
Rides: Stayer Groadinger UG, Triban RC520 Women's Disc, Genesis Flyer, Marin Larkspur, Cotic BFe 26, Clandestine custom bike
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Hiplok Z Lok Combo review: A compact and versatile lock that cinches like a zip tie
By Mildred Locke published
review The Hiplok Z Lok Combo is an incredibly lightweight and portable combination lock for low-security situations
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Best action cameras for cyclists: Record your ride for all to see
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide The best action cameras are small and tough, yet make it easy to capture video and edit it, perfect for creating all kinds of content
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Hiplok DX review: Wearable D-lock with top-tier security credentials
By Mildred Locke published
review The Hiplok DX offers a Sold Secure Diamond rating and seamlessly slots onto your belt
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Onguard 8003 Pitbull STD U-Lock review: Affordable, high security lock best suited for e- and cargo bikes
By Mildred Locke published
review The Onguard 8003 Pitbull STD U-Lock offers a Sold Secure Diamond rating with a sub-£50 price tag
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Abus Ultimate 420 + Loop Cable bike lock review: A compact, commuter-friendly combo
By Mildred Locke published
review The compact and lightweight Abus Ultimate 420 + Loop Cable may well be the ultimate bike lock for cycling commuters
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Benefits of cycling: The physical, mental and environmental positives from taking to two wheels
By Mildred Locke published
feature A deep dive into the many benefits of cycling, from physical and mental health boosts to bringing people together
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Best electric bikes - Assisted bikes for road, gravel, commuting and more
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide A roundup of the best electric bikes from all disciplines of pedal-assisted cycling
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Best hybrid bikes - Fast bikes for leisure and commuting
By Mildred Locke last updated
buyer's guide The best hybrid bikes will get you around town fast and keep going into the countryside when it's time to relax
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