Chris Catchpole
Latest articles by Chris Catchpole
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Pedro's ICM multi-tool review
Pedro's don’t do nonsense equipment, so this multi-tool was well received by us because it has everything one might need for a ride
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Raleigh RX Comp cyclo cross bike review
Raleigh RX Comp cyclo cross bike will set you back £1,200
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Tifosi CK8 Duro Veloce review
Classic looks and practical appeal from the Tifosi CK8 Duro Veloce
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Adidas adistar jersey and bib shorts review
Adidas have revamped their road kit for 2014, and it’s a marked improvement over last years release.
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Stan’s NoTubes Iron Cross Team Wheelset review
We 'go tubeless' with Stan's NoTubes Iron Cross Team wheelset, and see if life without inner tubes is as good as we imagined
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Showers Pass Skyline Pant review
Shower’s Pass are an American brand based in the Pacific Northwest, a climate comfortable with rain. We take a look at their Skyline Pant to see how they match up to a good bit of British weather.
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Riding the white roads of Strade Bianche: How I came to love L’Eroica
Chris Catchpole takes a trip to Tuscany's Strade Bianchi roads for the annual vintage bike and beard-off that is L'Eroica.
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Birzman Weather Warrior phone case review
Mobile phones are pretty important to have on bike rides, so we need to protect them from the elements, especially when it gets wet. Birzman Weather Warrior hopes to do just that.
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Café Du Cycliste Madeleine Jacket review
When it comes to windbreaker jackets, we'd ideally like something stylish and technically perfect. That ultimate goal has taken a step closer to reality thanks to Café Du Cycliste and their Madeleine jacket.
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Endura Masai Glasses review
Endura's Masai sunglasses are designed for mixed light conditions. With a tough frame and anti-fog lenses, they sound about right for a classic British winter ride.
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Tannus Nymph solid tyres review
After two months of hacking around London and the surrounding suburbs, we give our verdict on Tannus's solid tyres designed specifically for folding bikes.
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ILE Apex Day Pack review
ILE, or Inside Line Equipment, is a trendy American brand making bags, by hand, in their San Francisco Bay factory. We test ride the new Apex Day Pack, and see whether trendy can also be practical.
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POC Essential jersey and bib shorts review
Form follows function with POC’s ‘Essential’ kit line.
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Fizik M5 Uomo shoes review
Fizik M5 Uomo cycling shoes hitting the shops at £150
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Merida Reacto DA LTD review
The Merida Reacto DA LTD is a fast looking bike with the potential for both high straight line speed and KOM records; we've tested it to see if the results are as obvious as you'd think.
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Carradice Kelbrook Satchel review
It does have its flaws, but we really appreciated the charm and honest simplicity of the Kelbrook Satchel
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SRAM Force CX1 review
SRAM recently released its road 1-by groupset, the single ring setup designed for almost everything any cyclist could ever want. We take a look back at its off-road Force CX1 groupset, the product that started it all.
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Vittoria Iride shoes review
Vittoria Iride cycling shoes hitting the shops at £140
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EDC - Every Day Carry kit review
Chris Catchpole tests the Every Day Carry kit or EDC from Kaufmann Mercantile over in America
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Ritchey Swiss Cross Disc frameset review
Just Landed - Ritchey has updated its classic Swiss Cross frameset. It's now disc brake ready, and we've built it up as a full on race machine
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Polaris Tornado jacket review
The Polaris Tornado provides both windproof protection and breathability, but doesn't do much to help you be seen on the roads
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Gore Power Windstopper Soft Shell Gloves review
Want the power to ride in cold conditions? Gore Power Windstopper Soft Shell Gloves are a good place to start.
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Northwave Fondo SRS shoes review
Northwave Fondo SRS cycling shoes hitting the shops at £110
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Mavic Cosmic Ultimate helmet review
The Mavic Cosmic Ulimate helmet features a great shape, and impressive weight reduction over former Mavic lids. But is it any good?
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