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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Best women’s electric bikes: power up and go further
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's guide Our pick of the best women’s electric bikes for road, gravel, commuting and more
Cycling on your period: Everything you need to know
By Mildred Locke last updated
Feature Understanding the menstrual cycle can help you work with your body instead of against it, making cycling on your period a breeze
Best women’s hybrid bikes - town bikes designed for women
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide Get in your daily exercise while travelling on two wheels, with our pick of the best women’s hybrid bikes
Best folding bikes: Space-saving bikes for your urban riding needs
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide The best folding bikes are comfortable and capable bikes, but small when folded, light enough to carry, and durable enough to deal with the rigours of daily commuting
The Best winter road bike tyres 2024 - hard-wearing, puncture-resistant tyres to get you through the winter
By Mildred Locke published
Buyer's Guide The best winter road bike tyres will provide durability and confidence during the poor winter weather
Best women's road bikes: take to the tarmac with comfort and speed
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide The best women's road bikes don't necessarily need to be women's specific, but those that come with women's specific touchpoints and sizing options do the job brilliantly
Sonder Camino AL gravel bike review – a budget-friendly bikepacking rig
By Mildred Locke published
Review A capable and confidence-inspiring gravel bike that won’t break the bank
Cannondale Treadwell 3 review – A slow pootler that's simple and comfortable
By Mildred Locke published
Review A fun take on an urban bike with a bold burst of colour. Should the Treadwell be your next workhorse?
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