
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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Met Rivale MIPS helmet review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review The updated Met Rivale gets better comfort, bolder styling cues and improved safety measures than the model it replaces but how does all of this translate in the real world? Our tech editor, Aaron Borrill, accidentally crash-tested one during a mountain bike race and lives to tell the tale

Object of Desire: Selle Italia SLR Boost Tekno Superflow saddle
By Aaron Borrill published
Not yet ratedReview Cyclingnews takes a closer look at the all-new, ridiculously light yet fully functional carbon-fibre saddle from Selle Italia

Merida Scultura Team 2022 review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review The fifth-generation Merida Scultura takes inspiration from its aero sibling, the Reacto, and the result is nothing short of brilliant. It's one of the fastest, most compliant climbing road bikes we've ever ridden

Invani men's summer jersey review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review An affordable, well-balanced reversible cycling jersey that can double up as an outdoor and indoor racing option

Specialized S-Works Romin Evo with Mirror saddle first ride review
By Aaron Borrill published
Not yet ratedReview Specialized's competition-focused saddle - the Romin Evo - gets the 3D-printed treatment and it looks brilliant

Object of Desire: Nopinz Petronas Sepang Racing Team kit
By Aaron Borrill published
Not yet ratedReview Cyclingnews takes a closer look at the limited-edition Nopinz Petronas SRT kit designed to commemorate MotoGP legend, Valentino Rossi and title sponsor Petronas' final year with the team

Invani men's bib shorts review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review Well designed, affordable bib short option designed for long, hot days in the saddle

Canyon Speedmax CF 8 Disc Di2 TT bike review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review Canyon's Speedmax CF 8 Disc is more of a triathlon bike at heart than a dedicated time-trial weapon but will still deliver the goods in a race against the clock
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