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
-
Hurry! Today is Sigma Sport's last for standard Christmas delivery - up to 44% off pre-Christmas sales
Whether it's for a cycling obsessed significant other - or just a little pre-Christmas treat! - there are hefty discounts across of a range of Sigma's stock
By Luke Friend Published
-
I wish bib tights were this good and this cheap when I first started cycling - these Christmas deals can get you set for winter from as little as $87 / £30
Even as the cold starts to bite, there are still some great deals on bib tights hanging around - if you know where to look
By Luke Friend Published
-
I know I'm a cyclist but please don't buy me this for Christmas, here's what we actually like
We're a particular bunch, but there's a lot we do like - here's how to avoid the common pitfalls
By Luke Friend Published
-
Best cycling caps: If you want to get ahead, get a hat
Perfect for protecting you from both sunshine and rain - the cycling cap is a staple of any cycling wardrobe
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Best commuter bike pedals - our picks rated and reviewed
From flats to clipless SPDs, we've sorted through the best commuter bike pedals for your daily commute
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Be quick! Today is Wiggle's last for guaranteed Christmas delivery on bikes - up to 68% off
Today is the last day to ensure you get your bike for Christmas so here are six of the best including kids bikes
By Luke Friend Published
-
The best sunscreen for cycling: protect yourself on sunny miles
We look at the best sunscreens for riding and explain what you need to look for when buying cycle friendly skin protection
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Lowest ever price on Enduro smartwatch plus more Cyber Monday Garmin deals 2023
We've rounded up the best prices on Garmin and Tacx hardware for Cyber Monday 2023
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
The best Cyber Monday 2023 bike light deals we've found: 50% off Specialized, 46% off Exposure, 30% off Knog and more
We've rounded up the best bargains on a selection of the top bike light brands...
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Huge Cyber Monday 2023 cycling clothing discounts: up to 90% off dhb, 54% off Castelli and half price Specialized kit
Our Cyber Monday clothing hub brings you the best deals to be found from jerseys and jackets to bib tights and shoes
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
The best Cyber Monday 2023 electric bike deals are so good - save over $1,250 on Specialized, and over £1,500 on Vitus
We've found the biggest Cyber Monday discounts on road, commuter and folding e-bikes
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Massive 50% savings on Rapha Brevet and Core lines ahead of Cyber Monday 2023
The big reductions are back from Rapha dealers, including money off jerseys and shoes
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
The best Wahoo deals are back: Kickr Core, Elemnt Roam V2 and Elemnt Bolt V2 all discounted this Cyber Monday 2023
With Cyber Monday 2023 here, Wahoo is back with its biggest discounts for the annual sale - Kickr turbos and Elemnt computers all reduced
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Fairlight Strael 3.0 review - modern, versatile steel road bike with a sublime ride
Ready to adapt to varying roles across different seasons, this wonderfully comfortable bike delivers everything you need and is packed with fine detail
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
My go-to winter gloves are the Castelli Estremo - and they're finally on sale Black Friday 2023
The best deals aren't always the biggest: A 25% Black Friday sale on the Castelli Estremo (my favorite winter gloves) is a prime example
By Luke Friend Published
-
Massive 50% discount on Specialized Propero III - this is the best helmet deal I've found so far
I'm a fan of Specialized helmets and there are impressive Black Friday reductions on my chosen model
By Luke Friend Published
-
Whopping $1,000 off Crux gravel bike: my top picks from the Specialized Cyber Monday Sale, US and UK
From helmets to electric gravel bikes, here are my highlights from Specialized's Cyber Monday 2023 sale
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Tech roundup: Paul Smith styling and a barely visible battery - two brilliant boutique bikes launch this week
Factor teams up with Sir Paul while 3T launches a sub-11kg e-road bike and Rapha gets adventurous...
By Luke Friend Published
-
Best carbon road bike: what makes good quality carbon and six bikes to consider
We pick our favorite carbon road bikes for varying applications
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Best cheap road bikes 2025
Our pick of the best cheap road bikes available and guide to how to choose
By Luke Friend Last updated
-
Why am I so tired? New AI tool promises to answer this and more from your wrist - tech round up
From a coach on your wrist to no-sealant in your tires: tech news that piqued our interest this week
By Luke Friend Published
-
You can now ride a bike just like Mathieu van der Poel's Worlds winning cyclocross machine
If, of course, you can stomach the price tag
By Luke Friend Published
-
Is Liv's updated Devote gravel bike now more versatile?
The 2nd gen women-specific gravel bike features geometric tweaks and an array of models for varied budgets
By Luke Friend Published
-
Commuting to work by bike? What to wear throughout the year
Riding to work in all seasons requires willpower and the right clothing. You've got to stay dry, warm or cool to stop you looking for your car keys or railcard
By Luke Friend Published