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. Throughout this career, 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 Zwift eSports World Championships.
Height: 175cm
Weight: 61.5kg
Rides: Cannondale SuperSlice Disc Di2 TT, Cannondale Supersix Evo Dura-Ace Rim, Cannondale Supersix Evo Ultegra Di2 Disc, Trek Procaliber 9.9 MTB
Latest articles by
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
Giro helmets: The best Giro road bike helmets for every kind of rider
By Aaron Borrill, Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide Want to learn the differences between the Synthe and the Syntax? Our Giro helmets range overview will provide all the information you need
Scribe Elan Wide+ 32-D Carbon Spoke wheelset review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review Scribe's lightweight all-carbon wheelset delivers on all fronts but does it have what it takes to compete against the established marques?
Canyon Grail CF SL 7 eTap review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review Fast, balanced and versatile on almost any terrain, is the Canyon Grail the most complete gravel bike on the market?
Deda Elementi RS4DB wheels review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review The Deda Elementi RS4DB wheels balance weight with stiffness and aerodynamics delivering a feedback-rich experience indiscernible from its premium rivals
Race-ready Colnago Prototipo breaks cover
By Aaron Borrill published
News From today, UAE Team Emirates will be adding the Colnago Prototipo to their stable of bikes for all high-profile races
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