Graham Cottingham
Graham has been part of the Cyclingnews team since January 2020. He has mountain biking at his core and can mostly be found bikepacking around Scotland or exploring the steep trails around the Tweed Valley. Not afraid of a challenge, Graham has gained a reputation for riding fixed gear bikes both too far and often in inappropriate places.
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Overshoes vs winter boots: which option is best for winter riding?
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Feature Getting cold feet about riding in winter? We have a look at the pros and cons of the two best options for keeping your toes warm on the bike
Pinarello Grevil gravel bike review
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Review The Grevil is an outlandish aero gravel race bike but has Pinarello made too much of a sacrifice in the name of speed?
Has Campagnolo's Ekar reignited the 1X road drivetrain debate?
By Graham Cottingham published
Opinion Could Campagnolo’s new 13-speed gravel groupset be the start of a 1X revolution in road cycling?
Merida Scultura Endurance 7000-E review
By Graham Cottingham published
First look The Merida Scultura Endurance is an all-terrain mile-munching speed machine that blurs the lines between road and gravel
Gravel ride essentials checklist
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Gravel Getting ready for a gravel adventure? Here are the essentials to pack for a gravel ride
Specialized announces 'cheaper' Aethos Pro and Expert models
By Graham Cottingham published
News Specialized's Aethos family grows with three new models
Win a Prologo Scratch M5 Flanders Limited Edition saddle
By Graham Cottingham published
First Look Prologo celebrates Alberto Bettiol's Flanders victory last year with a special Lion Scratch M5 saddle. Here's your chance to win one of only 30
Specialized Aethos: First look, gallery and early review
By Graham Cottingham published
Not yet ratedReview What happens when a bike company stops the clock and ignores the rules of competition? The Specialized Aethos is a bike designed for the rider, not the racer
Gravel bike clothing guide: the best kit for gravel riding
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Buyer's Guide Whether your look is lycra racer or adventure gravel casual, here is Cyclingnews' guide to gravel bike clothing
New 13-speed Campagnolo Ekar gravel groupset - full review and specs
By Graham Cottingham last updated
Review Campagnolo claims the mechanical 13-speed Ekar groupset is the world's lightest and most reliable gravel groupset available, we have been riding it to see how it performs on the trail
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