
Aaron Borrill
Aaron was the Tech Editor Cyclingnews between July 2019 and June 2022. He was born and raised in South Africa, where he completed his BA honours at the University of Cape Town before embarking on a career in journalism. Aaron has spent almost two decades writing about bikes, cars, and anything else with wheels. Prior to joining the Cyclingnews team, his experience spanned a stint as Gear & Digital editor of Bicycling magazine, as well as a time at TopCar as Associate Editor.
Now based in the UK's Surrey Hills, Aaron's life revolves around bikes. He's a competitive racer, Stravaholic, and Zwift enthusiast. He’s twice ridden the Cape Epic, completed the Haute Route Alps, and represented South Africa in the 2022, 2023, 2024 UCI eSports World Championships.
Height: 175cm
Weight: 61.5kg
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POC Aspire Solar Switch sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review POC's Aspire Solar Switch sunglasses have redefined the cycling eyecare concept by dialling in never-before-seen levels of technology and sophistication

Rudy Project Defender sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review With its performance fit and refined design cues, the Rudy Project Defender is still one the best-looking cycling eye protection options in the segment

The Musette: a Tour de France special
By Aaron Borrill, Josh Croxton last updated
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team

Koo Open Cube sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review A smaller lens cycling sunglasses option for those who favour function over form

Rudy Project Cutline sunglasses review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review Rudy Project's Cutline is a stylish yet tailorable cycling sunglasses solution built around performance

Specialized S-Works Torch road shoes review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review The Specialized S-Works Torch shoe is all about balancing comfort with performance for the perfect everyday shoe

Bianchi Specialissima Super Record EPS review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review A precise, responsive and controlled superbike, that blends Bianchi's race-bred lineage with contemporary design

Carbon Wasp Aero Bar system review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review A highly adjustable but pricey cockpit solution for time triallists looking to improve on-the-bike position and performance
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