Will Jones
Will joined the Cyclingnews team as a reviews writer in 2022, having previously written for Cyclist, BikeRadar and Advntr. He’s tested countless bikes, from budget-friendly starter options to money-no-object race machines, as well as innumerate tyres, components, and riding gear. Thanks to a lack of desire to ride indoors, he has developed a real expertise in wet and cold weather gear, helped no end by living in one of the wettest parts of the UK.
There are few cycling disciplines he hasn’t at least dabbled in, with years of road, gravel, and cyclocross experience bolstered by peripheral immersions into fixed gear, BMX, mountain biking, bike polo, tandems, time trialling, and good old-fashioned touring.
Not content with simply riding off-the-peg bikes, he has also put himself through frame-building school, so is a passable brazer, and has a real appreciation for the handbuilt scene, as well as an in-depth knowledge of bike geometry and the limitations inherent in bicycle design.
As well as his bread and butter of tech news and reviews, he’s a skilled photographer and has produced countless galleries from the biggest races on the planet, not only highlighting bicycle tech, but giving readers a true behind-the-scenes feel of what it’s like to be roadside, in the pits, and shoulder to shoulder with pro riders.
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Biggest ever Rouleur Live gallery: Pro tech, beautiful paint, and one-off money no object bikes
By Will Jones published
Plus an incredible 'road bike' from Argon 18
Albion Ultralight Insulated Jacket review: So packable there’s no excuse not to take it with you
By Will Jones published
Review A superlight, ultra-packable layer that’s more than just an emergency shell
Road bike groupsets: All the options from Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and more
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer’s Guide An overview of the current Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo road bike groupsets, as well as options from FSA and Rotor, and a guide to how to choose the best groupset for you
Best chamois cream: Keep saddle sores at bay with these 12 options
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer's Guide Twelve chamois creams to keep your undercarriage happy during long days on the bike
Best winter cycling jackets: Tried and tested options to make sure you stay warm on the bike
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer's Guide The best winter cycling jackets will keep you the right temperature, and these are the best of the best
Best budget road bikes: Quality bikes at an affordable price point
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer’s Guide The best budget road bikes still offer solid performance and reliability
Exposure Race bike light review: The ultimate companion for night time gravel riding
By Will Jones published
Review Shockingly bright, not too big, and built to withstand anything
Shipping rates and €900 paint jobs: A deep dive into why some bikes cost so much money
By Will Jones published
From raw materials to retailer margins we tot up what makes a superbike cost so much
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