Oliver Bridgewood
Oliver Bridgewood - no, Doctor Oliver Bridgewood - is a PhD Chemist who discovered a love of cycling. He enjoys racing time trials, hill climbs, road races and criteriums. During his time at Cycling Weekly, he worked predominantly within the tech team, also utilising his science background to produce insightful fitness articles, before moving to an entirely video-focused role heading up the Cycling Weekly YouTube channel, where his feature-length documentary 'Project 49' was his crowning glory.
Latest articles by Oliver Bridgewood
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Trek 1.5 road bike review
The Trek 1.5 is designed to be solid and dependable option for the new road cyclist, that will feel equally at home on a commute as a long Sunday ride
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I cheated on Strava and got a really amazing KOM
Could Strava athletes use e-bikes to take KOMs on epic climbs and get away with it? We put it to the test.
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Mavic Sprint Thermo Jacket review
A quality softshell is a crucial piece of kit if you want to remain warm and comfortable whilst cycling in the winter months. To perform well, a softshell has to be windproof, but also breathable, allowing your perspiration to escape. So how well does the Mavic Sprint Thermo Jacket perform?
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In Motion: 13 stunning cycling photos from the last 12 months
Photographer Wouter Roosenboom has shared 13 pictures which he considers to be among his best of the last year of shooting the professional peloton
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Endura FS260 Pro SL bib shorts review
Endura FS260-Pro bibshorts costing £64.99
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B’Twin Triban 540
For such a bargain basement price, the B’Twin Triban 540 offers a very impressive ride, and even more impressive components with its Shimano 105 groupset.
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Bike prices set to rise next year by as much as 15% following Brexit
Following the drop in the value of the pound, bikes imported to the UK are set to be more expensive next year. So perhaps now is the best time to buy a bike?
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Lezyne Digital Pressure Drive mini pump review
The Lezyne Digital Pressure Drive has an inbuilt digital pressure gauge that tells you how much pressure is in your tyres. Here is our review
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Mallorca's Sa Calobra, cycling's perfect climb? (video)
Sa Calobra may not have the racing renown of a Tour col, but who cares? It’s faultless in every detail
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Beet It Pro Elite Shot review
More and more cyclists are taking nitrate in a bid to boost performance. Beet It shots aim to provide a concentrated and reliable source of nitrate.
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Madison Road Race Softshell thermal gilet review
We review the Madison Road Race Softshell gilet, a thermal gilet designed with input from professional riders
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Easton EC90 Aero Bar review
The Easton EC90 handlebar is a bladed lightweight aero bar designed to reduce drag and it certainly looks great with an aggressive shape and smart styling
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At what point does aero become more significant than weight?
We find out which buying consideration is of most relevance to the everyday cyclist
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Fresh look for new Shimano Sora as well as internal cables
Shimano Sora is one of the most widely used groupsets, being popular with sports/fitness cyclists and commuters alike. For 2017 Shimano Sora is getting a face lift, with internal cables and a four arm crank. Here's what you need to know
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Castelli Volo bib shorts review
Castelli has been making cycling clothing since 1910. These Volo bib shorts are mid-range for the Italian premium brand with a retail price of £80. How well do they perform?
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What effect do tyres have on aerodynamics?
Do your tyres actually make a difference to aerodynamics? And how can you pick the right ones to go with your bike and wheels to make you faster?
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The new Cannondale SuperSix EVO Disc - First Ride
The non-disc version of this bike is very good, and the new Cannonade SuperSix EVO Disc adds disc brakes to an already winning formula.
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SiS REGO Protein Mint Chocolate Bar review
Ensuring you consume your post ride protein within a 30 minute window is crucial for recovery. The SiS Rego mint chocolate bar seeks to be a convenient and tasty solution to protein intake.
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Muc-Off Bio Grease review
For pedals, bottom brackets, bearings and metal seatposts, Muc-Off Bio Grease will protect these parts to ensure they keep running smooth.
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Castelli Perfetto Light review
A lighter weight version of the iconic Gabba, is the Castelli Perfetto Light as perfect as the name suggests?
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Limited edition custom Fizik R1B launched for the Giro
To celebrate the centenary edition of the Giro d'Italia, Fizik has produced a stunning custom version of its range topping R1B shoe.
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B'Twin VIOO Front/Rear Bike Light review
A really compact and versatile light that aims to improve your front and rear visibility
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Zipp 808 NSW review
We put Tony Martin's time trialling wheels, the Zipp 808 NSW, to the test
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Planet X RT-58 Alloy review
A nice, light frame and quality kit distinguish the Planet X RT-58 Alloy SRAM Rival 11, which represents great value at just £750 for the complete bike.
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