Luke Friend
Luke Friend has worked as a writer, editor and copywriter for twenty five years. Across books, magazines and websites, he's covered a broad range of topics for a range of clients including Major League Baseball, the National Trust and the NHS. He has an MA in Professional Writing from Falmouth University and is a qualified bicycle mechanic. He has been a cycling enthusiast from an early age, partly due to watching the Tour de France on TV. He's a keen follower of bike racing to this day as well as a regular road and gravel rider.
Latest articles by Luke Friend
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Tern's new adventure cargo e-bike can carry the kids and take on the trails
Wide all-terrain tires, huge carrying capacity and impressive range point to an e-bike built for a variety of challenges
By Luke Friend Published
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Chain waxing for the masses with Silca's new one-step process
The Ultimate Chain Wax system and StripChip degreaser are designed to take the mess and stress out of waxing
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Campagnolo releases new, more 'versatile' Ekar 13-speed gravel groupset
Ekar GT uses aluminium over carbon and adds wider gear range options; Zonda GT wheelset also launched
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4iiii adds 'Apple FindMy' compatible dual-sided power meter to its Precision 3+ range
Pro model will feature on top-tier Specialized Shimano-equipped bikes as well as crankset and factory install options
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Mosaic unveils custom titanium all-road frameset with 40mm tire clearance
Boulder, CO brand's new GT-iAR titanium bikes features internal cable routing and Enve cockpit
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Winter cycling clothing: everything you need to stay warm
Prepare for the winter blues with hand picked winter cycling clothing to make those chilly rides a little bit easier to bear
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GoCycle's new family cargo e-bike is "lightweight and portable"
The yet to be released CXi and CX+ feature the British brand's familiar monocoque design but with carrying capabilities up to 220kg / 480lbs
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Campagnolo's newest Bora wheelset shaves 135g off the previous model
The iconic road wheel receives two new updates, with the Ultra WTO said to weigh just 1,285g a pair
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Wiggle sale: up to 92% off helmets, shoes, clothing and more
We highlight the best deals including as much as 60% off Castelli clothing and 55% off Fizik road shoes
By Luke Friend Published
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Rene Herse releases lightweight Orondo Grade tubeless-specific road tire...in a 31mm width
Offered in three different casings the tire features a new bead designed to handle high-pressure tubeless set-ups
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Wahoo steps into the home treadmill market with all-new Kickr Run treadmill
Integrated with Zwift Run, the smart trainer allows runners to change pace without touching the controls
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New SRAM Red: Leaked photos appear to show top tier road groupset take learnings from mountain bike world
Images shared appear to marry up with patent drawings, with 'Magic Wheel' MTB tech also present
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Brompton turns it up to 12: iconic folding bike brand adds more gears
T Line, Electric P Line, P Line, and Electric C Line models now offered with a 12-speed gear system
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Are climbing wheelsets a thing of the past? Fulcrum doesn't think so
The Italian brand launches the Speed 25+, with low profile rims and a claimed weight of under 1,300g
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I turn 50 this year, here’s why I’m gifting myself a new wheelset, not a new bike
Looking for more comfort on the road, I decided to explore the inherent versatility of my gravel bike
By Luke Friend Published
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I tried mapping a route on three different apps, after one rider became convinced his cycling computer was 'trying to kill' him
There’s a myriad of apps offering to create a GPS route for you, but would you be better off just using Google Maps?
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Best road bike handlebars: how to choose them and best reviewed handlebars
The best bike handlebars are an oft overlooked upgrade - we explain why they're so important and outline what to look for when you 're shopping for a new pair
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Winter glove January sales - 25% off Specialized ‘lobster’ and 100% Brisker Cold Weather gloves
Although we're now past midwinter, spring is still a long way off - now's the chance to get some extra warmth on the cheap in the January sales
By Luke Friend Published
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Castelli winter jacket reduced by 44%, Specialized shoes reduced by 50% - here’s my top picks from the January sales
Big savings on Specialized S-Works helmets, Vittoria tires, Garmin smartwatches and more
By Luke Friend Published
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More lumens for less: massive 50% discount on bike lights in the Christmas sales
Huge savings on Knog, Lezyne, Blackburn, Specialized and more
By Luke Friend Published
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My favorite bike cleaning essentials are currently all on sale - 40% off Finish Line Bike Wash, 33% off Muc-Off chain lube
Brushes, degreasers and cleaning kits all reduced
By Luke Friend Published
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My favored tubeless setup is currently on sale - up to 51% off tape, valves, sealant and repair kit
Deals on Muc-Off valves, Silca sealant and more
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Summer kit winter sales: now is the best time to bag a bargain on bib shorts and jerseys - up to 92% off
Save big on clothing from Castelli, Specialized, dhb and more
By Luke Friend Published
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New Year’s resolution to ride more? These are the best smart trainer deals at every price point to turbo-charge your fitness
Big savings across wheel-on and direct drive trainers
By Luke Friend Published