Josh is Associate Editor of Cyclingnews – leading our content on the best bikes, kit and the latest breaking tech stories from the pro peloton. He has been with us since the summer of 2019 and throughout that time he's covered everything from buyer's guides and deals to the latest tech news and reviews.
On the bike, Josh has been riding and racing for over 15 years. He started out racing cross country in his teens back when 26-inch wheels and triple chainsets were still mainstream, but he found favour in road racing in his early 20s, racing at a local and national level for Somerset-based Team Tor 2000. These days he rides indoors for convenience and fitness, and outdoors for fun on road, gravel, 'cross and cross-country bikes, the latter usually with his two dogs in tow.
Latest articles by Josh Croxton

Best road bike tyres 2026: Our experts' favourite tubeless and clincher tyres
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer's Guide The top road bike tyres for speed, puncture protection, grip and more, tested in the lab and out on the road by our team of expert reviewers

Best arm warmers for cycling 2025: Versatile protection for changeable conditions
By Tom Wieckowski last updated
The best arm warmers for cycling will add some versatile protection against the cold, wind and rain when out on the bike, these are our top picks

Tadej Pogačar's Enve wheels are too deep for the new UCI rules, so how did he get away with using them at Strade Bianche?
By Josh Croxton published
News Secret Enve wheels help Slovenian to Strade Bianche success

What was the strange black arm sensor worn by Tadej Pogačar at Strade Bianche?
By Josh Croxton published
News The Slovenian set the rumour mill alight when his finish line celebration revealed an unusual sight, but we have the answers

Why are Visma-Lease a Bike glueing their tubeless tyres into place at the Spring Classics?
By Josh Croxton published
News Old school meets new school as Visma-Lease a Bike mechanics turn to tubular glue for their tubeless tyres, here's why.

The Illegal Seagull: Merida's new aero bike has a UCI illegal configuration only amateurs can use
By Josh Croxton published
News Despite cockpit issues, the new Merida Reacto V lands fastest ever Tour Magazine test result thanks to a Classified build

Best exercise bikes 2026: Boost your fitness with these home spin bikes
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide These are the best exercise bikes for training at home, whether you're taking part in classes with motivational trainers or smashing intervals on your own

Best gravel bike helmets 2026: Top-scoring off-road helmets reviewed and lab tested
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide Maximise on off-road protection, ventilation and aerodynamics with the best gravel bike helmets

Best energy gels for cycling 2026: Quick hits of carbohydrates for all your athletic endeavours
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best energy gels for cycling can boost your rides, races and workouts and keep the dreaded bonk away

Best cycling jerseys 2026: We test 23 of the best short and long-sleeve tops for road and gravel
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer's Guide Our picks of the best cycling jerseys from aero racers and bikepacking options to budget choices that are easy on the wallet

Best heart rate monitors for cycling 2026: Never miss a beat, on and off the bike
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's guide The best heart rate monitors will track your heart rate comfortably, consistently and accurately

Best tubeless road tyres 2026: Faster, more comfortable and less puncture-prone
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best tubeless road tyres incorporate top tech and are easier than ever to mount and enhance riding performance

Best budget road bikes 2026: Quality bikes at an affordable price point
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer’s Guide The best budget road bikes still offer solid performance and reliability

Best electric bike conversion kits 2026: Power up your bike for an easy and fast ride
By Josh Ross last updated
Buyer's Guide Upgrade your bike with our comprehensive guide to the best electric bike conversion kits and how to use them

Wind tunnel tested: Can China's X-Lab AD9 really mix it with the WorldTour's best bikes?
By Andy Turner, Josh Croxton published
Member Exclusive As the first Chinese bike in the WorldTour, could the AD9 be a vanguard of things to come?

Best bike computers 2026: We test all the best GPS devices for logging your rides
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best bike computers from Garmin, Wahoo and Hammerhead for recording rides, navigation and training

Wind tunnel tested: Is the Wilier Filante SLR ID2 really 'the fastest in the WorldTour landscape'?
By Josh Croxton published
Member Exclusive Can the Groupama FDJ sponsor's latest aero race bike really outperform bikes like the Factor One and Cervélo S5? We went to the wind tunnel to find out

Best road bike wheels 2026: Aero options tested for a faster ride
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best road bike wheels can transform your ride, so take advantage of our testing to choose the right wheelset for your riding

Best gravel wheelsets 2026: The best wheels for off-road adventures and racing
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best gravel wheelsets bring a lot to the table when you head off-road, improving ride feel, traction and speed

Best gravel bikes 2026: Our pick of the best bikes for drop-bar off-road action
By Paul Norman last updated
Buyer's Guide We've tested and reviewed over 25 of the best gravel bikes, covering all options from gravel racing to bikepacking adventures

The UCI rules have changed for 2026 – Everything you need to know
By Josh Croxton, Laura Weislo published
Feature From equipment restrictions to new additions to the anti-doping watchlist, here's what's changed in 2026

Best smart trainers 2026: Top indoor bike trainers tested by our experts
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide Optimise your training with our best smart trainer guide, covering the best budget-friendly and feature-rich indoor bike trainers available today

After-Christmas sales: The best cycling deals for 2025
By Josh Croxton last updated
Deals The After-Christmas bike sales are here! Check out our roundup of the best deals available today in the USA

More aero but slower rolling; does the Continental Aero 111 front tyre actually make you faster?
By Josh Croxton published
Member Exclusive We test the differences in rolling resistance and aerodynamic performance between the Continental GP5000 S TR and the Continental Aero 111
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