Mathew Mitchell
My name is Mathew Mitchell, 30-something from Staffordshire, UK. Over the last few years, I've got more and more into cycling, from the first innocent Sportive events to Audaxes, Go-Races, British Cycling racing, Time Trials and now Cyclocross.
Reviews
Garmin Edge 550 vs Edge 850 – is the touchscreen worth the extra money?
The Garmin Edge 550 and Edge 850 are remarkably similar GPS bike computers. They have the same 2.7-inch colour screen, the same claimed battery...
Reviews
Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT 3 vs ROAM 3: is the touchscreen worth £100 more?
The ELEMNT BOLT 3 and ROAM 3 share Wahoo's navigation platform, but differ in screen size, touchscreen controls, voice prompts and battery. We examine where the £100 goes.
Reviews
Muc-Off Mobile Pressure Washer vs Kärcher OC 3 Foldable: which cordless bike washer is better?
Two cordless bike washers, two very different answers to muddy winter rides. We compare the Muc-Off's cleaning power with the Kärcher's portability and price.
Pro Cycling
How do professional cycling teams make money? Sponsorship and budgets explained
Professional cycling teams depend on sponsors far more than prize money. How WorldTour budgets work, who pays the bills and why teams can disappear.
Women's Cycling
Ilse Pluimers extends AG Insurance-Soudal contract through 2028 after hip surgery
Ilse Pluimers remains with AG Insurance-Soudal through 2028 after a two-year renewal, as the Dutch Classics rider targets a 2027 return from hip surgery.
Men's Cycling
Alpecin-Premier Tech signs Nørtøft and Lambrecht as Michael Gogl extends
Alpecin-Premier Tech signs Morten Nørtøft for 2027–28, gives Michiel Lambrecht a three-year development-to-WorldTour deal and extends Michael Gogl through 2027.
Reviews
Cateye AMPP900 vs AMPP2200 – how much front light do you need for winter riding?
The Cateye AMPP900 costs £48.99 and the AMPP2200 £139.99 at a current UK retailer. We compare usable beam, battery life, weight and night-riding value.
Women's Cycling
Three in four surveyed Continental riders unpaid as Cyclists’ Alliance reveals deep divide
The Cyclists' Alliance 2026 survey finds that 75% of Continental respondents receive no team salary, 79% have one-year deals and just 17% get regular medical screening.
Join our community of SUBSCRIBERS and be part of the conversation.
To subscribe, simply enter your email address on our website or click the subscribe button below. Don't worry, we respect your privacy and won't spam your inbox. Your information is safe with us.
