Aaron was the Tech Editor at 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
Latest articles by Aaron Borrill

Opening Weekend: Huge tech gallery
By Josh Croxton, Aaron Borrill Published
Tech Gallery Tubeless wheels, disc brakes and mechanics' hacks from the first Spring Classics of the season

Jasper Stuyven's race-winning Trek Madone SLR Disc - Gallery
By Aaron Borrill Published
Pro Bike We take a closer look at Jasper Stuyven's Trek Madone SLR Disc, moments after winning the Omloop Het Nieuwsblad Spring Classics opener in Belgium

Greg Van Avermaet's golden Giant TCR Disc - Gallery
By Aaron Borrill Published
Pro Bike Van Avermaet rides the brand new Giant TCR Disc at Opening Weekend's 200km Omloop Het Nieuwsblad race in Belgium

EF Pro Cycling: the dark horse team at the Cape Epic
By Aaron Borrill Published
News The EF Pro Cycling duo of Lachlan Morton and Alex Howes might not have the terrain knowledge to challenge for overall victory but can win stages at the 2020 Cape Epic

Bontrager adds lifetime warranty to its carbon wheel portfolio
By Aaron Borrill Published
News Bontrager, Trek's component arm, updates its carbon wheel policy to include coverage against all defects - at no extra cost

Cannondale F-Si Carbon 3 review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review Fast, composed and damn-good looking, Cannondale's F-Si Carbon 3 proves the hardtail concept is anything but dead

Giro Aether MIPS helmet review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review The Giro Aether helmet provides cyclists of all disciplines with a first-class, performance-focused experience - topped off by the added reassurance of MIPS Spherical slip-plane technology

Parcours Strade disc wheelset review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review Parcours Strade wheelset ushers in an affordable and frighteningly fast solution optimised around the 28mm tyre

Gear of the year: our favourite cycling tech from 2019
By Aaron Borrill, Josh Croxton Published
Buyer's Guide Our top bikes, components and clothing from 2019 as chosen by our expert team

Factor Vista Ultegra Di2 review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review Fast and composed, the Factor Vista is a truly astounding do-it-all bicycle with the ride quality to match

DeAnima Soul gravel bike review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review The DeAnima Soul trades outright, touring comfort for a racy Pegoretti-designed carbon frame, the result of which makes for a polarising yet granular riding experience

Mark Cavendish relishing fresh opportunity with Bahrain McLaren
By Aaron Borrill Published
News Manxman full of confidence heading into 2020 season

Bahrain McLaren to ride disc-only Merida road bikes in 2020
By Aaron Borrill Published
News Merida Bikes to power Bahrain McLaren into 2020 and beyond

Roval Terra CLX wheelset review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review New Roval Terra CLX gravel wheels are not only incredibly light but also super-wide, providing superlative traction and performance levels across all terrain types

Make yourself visible by lighting up every time you ride
By Aaron Borrill Published
Listicle A set of high-quality cycling lights will make all the difference out on the road or trail. Here's why you shouldn't leave home without strapping a set to your bike

First Look: Suplest Edge+ road shoes
By Aaron Borrill Published
First look Suplest takes refinement and performance to the next level with its new Edge+ road-shoe range

The Musette: SRM, Vision, Endura and more
By Aaron Borrill, Josh Croxton Published
Musette Cyclingnews' look at the world's best cycling gear

Specialized S-Works EXOS Shoes Review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review The Specialized S-Works EXOS shoes are performance-infused, lightweight race slippers for both the elite-level cyclist and gram counter, writes Aaron Borrill

LEM Motiv Air Helmet Review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review The LEM Motiv Air is an exceptional helmet that offers excellent ventilation and performance at an affordable price

Basso Palta: First Ride Review
By Aaron Borrill Published
First Ride As capable on the rough stuff as on the open dirt road, the Basso Palta is one of the raciest gravel bikes on the market

Cannondale SuperSix EVO review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review Say hello to the Cannondale SuperSix EVO which joins the Cyclingnews fleet for the next 12 months

Giro Imperial Road Shoes Review
By Aaron Borrill Published
Review The Giro Imperial is the most stylish and sophisticated model in the brand's current line-up

The Musette: Cannondale, Hunt, Favero and more
By Aaron Borrill, Josh Croxton Published
Musette Cyclingnews' weekly look at the world's best cycling gear
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