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
Lazer Sphere MIPS helmet - first look
By Aaron Borrill published
Not yet ratedFirst Look A high-quality MIPS-equipped helmet that belies its pricepoint
Scribe Aero Wide+ 60D wheels review
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Review An affordable fast-rolling, deep-section wheelset option that won't break the bank
Object of Desire: SRM X-Power power meter pedals
By Aaron Borrill last updated
Not yet ratedFirst look Cyclingnews examines the SRM X-Power - the world's first off-road-specific power meter pedal designed for use across MTB, gravel and cyclo-cross
La Passione Deep Winter Gloves review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review A high-quality five-star-rated winter glove for when the temperature dips below zero
Specialized S-Works Ares road shoes - first look
By Aaron Borrill published
Not yet ratedFirst Look After much speculation, Specialized drops the covers off its fastest road shoe ever made - the new S-Works Ares, a shoe of two extremes
Object of Desire: Rapha x Palace POC Ventral Spin helmet
By Aaron Borrill published
First look Cyclingnews takes a closer look at the sticker-bombed helmet design that broke the internet during last year's Giro d'Italia - now fetching £1,220 on eBay
La Passione NDR indoor cycling kit review
By Aaron Borrill published
Review Premium indoor cycling kit designed for all riders, not just racers
Giro road cycling shoes: A full range overview
By Aaron Borrill published
Buyer's Guide Don't know your Empire from your Imperial? Check out our roundup of the Giro road cycling shoes range to find out
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