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.
Latest articles by Graham Cottingham

Gravel bike conversion: Can your current bike become a gravel grinder?
By Graham Cottingham published
Everything you need to know to convert your old road or mountain bike into a budget gravel bike

Syncros Belcarra V 1.5 Cut Out saddle review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review The Syncros Belcarra V 1.5 is a short saddle with a wide nose designed to help spread the weight of the rider when in a performance position

Bosch announces new Nyon on-board computer and Kiox software update
By Graham Cottingham published
News Updates bring improved navigation and connectivity

The Musette: Nike SuperRep Cycle indoor cycling shoes, new kit from Albion and Fizik Terra X4 Powerstrap
By Aaron Borrill, Josh Croxton, Graham Cottingham published
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team

Scott Cadence Plus helmet review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review Scott’s Cadence Plus aero helmet may look the part with its sleek shape but how does it perform on the road?

Canyon launches 30-day cycling challenge
By Graham Cottingham published
News Choosing to ride a bike instead of taking the car or public transport will save you money, help the environment and improve fitness

Gravel bike clothing guide: the best kit for gravel riding
By Graham Cottingham published
Buyer's Guide Whether your look is lycra racer or adventure gravel casual, here is Cyclingnews' guide to gravel bike clothing

Gravel ride essentials checklist
By Graham Cottingham published
Gravel Getting ready for a gravel adventure? Here are the essentials to pack for a gravel ride

Garmin releases the new Edge 130 Plus and Edge 1030 Plus
By Graham Cottingham published
News Garmin updates the Edge 130 and Edge 1030 with increased ride data and offroad features

The Musette: Selle Italia's 117g carbon perch, Megmeister's eco-friendly jersey, Rapha and more
By Aaron Borrill, Graham Cottingham published
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team

MET Trenta 3K Carbon helmet review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review MET's 30th anniversary continues with the Trenta 3K Carbon, which uses a carbon structure for improved safety, weight reduction and increased road performance over the standard model

The Musette: Hexr's 3D-printed helmet, watt-saving CeramicSpeed tech and 7Mesh's latest kit
By Aaron Borrill, Graham Cottingham, Josh Croxton published
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team

Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 ebike – first ride and gallery
By Graham Cottingham published
Review We take a look at the lightweight city commuter that claims to set the standard for urban ebikes

Bontrager Montrose Elite saddle review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review The Bontrager Montrose Elite doesn't offer any revolutionary design or concepts, it’s simply a well-shaped saddle that will provide comfort for most

The Musette: Santini Nibali Collection, Vision wheels, Rapha Powerweave and more
By Aaron Borrill, Graham Cottingham, Josh Croxton published
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team

Specialized Power Pro Elaston saddle review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review Specialized’s Power Pro saddle has proven to be immensely popular but does it work for everyone?

The Musette: Pearl Izumi, Rapha, Enve and more
By Aaron Borrill, Graham Cottingham, Josh Croxton published
Musette A closer look at the world's best cycling gear brought to you by the Cyclingnews tech team

Brompton expands luggage range with new commuter options
By Graham Cottingham published
News Brompton's new luggage portfolio comprises myriad options to accommodate all types of riders

Kask Protone helmet review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review Five years riding at the sport's highest level speaks volumes of Kask’s Protone semi-aero helmet. We put it to the test to see whether it's still a worthy option

Video: Specialized's all-new dirt-taming Diverge gravel bike goes longer and slacker
By Graham Cottingham published
News New Specialized Diverge gets a major overhaul - both in terms of its geometry and components - to bring it bang-up-to-date with modern gravel bike standards

Wahoo revamps Tickr and Tickr X heart rate monitors
By Graham Cottingham published
News An update to the physical form and firmware brings enhanced connectivity, increased battery life and slimmer form factor

Prologo Scratch M5 PAS saddle review
By Graham Cottingham published
Review Prologo’s new Scratch M5 is a short and rounded saddle which promises comfort for a wide range of riders

Sam Bennett's Specialized Venge - Gallery
By Graham Cottingham, Josh Croxton published
Pro Bike Up close and personal with the Irish road race champion's aero race bike
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