
Mildred Locke
Mildred joined as Reviews Writer for Cyclingnews and BikePerfect in December 2020. She loves all forms of cycling from long-distance audax to daily errand-running by bike, and does almost everything on two wheels, including moving house, and started out her cycling career working in a bike shop. For the past five years she's volunteered at The Bristol Bike Project as a mechanic and session coordinator, and now sits on its board of directors.
Since then she's gone on to write for a multitude of cycling publications, including Bikeradar, Cycling Plus, Singletrack, Red Bull, Cycling UK and Total Women's Cycling. She's dedicated to providing more coverage of women's specific cycling tech, elevating under-represented voices in the sport, and making cycling more accessible overall.
Height: 156cm (5'2")
Weight: 75kg
Rides: Stayer Groadinger UG, Triban RC520 Women's Disc, Genesis Flyer, Marin Larkspur, Cotic BFe 26, Clandestine custom bike
Latest articles by

Pro Stealth Carbon Saddle review
By Mildred Locke published
Review A race-ready road saddle that also happens to be an excellent all-rounder for men and women alike

Cannondale Quick Women's 3 review – Fitness bike with road DNA
By Mildred Locke published
Review Does this flat-bar road bike live up to its name?

Triban RC 520 Disc road bike review
By Mildred Locke published
Review Is this entry-level road bike the gateway to cycling you’ve been looking for?

‘The wheels are my job, but nothing makes me feel better than investing in people’ - in conversation with Anne Hed
By Mildred Locke published
Interview We chat to the Hed Wheels CEO about mentoring, legacy, and being a woman in a male-dominated industry

‘I love racing, but if I do only that, then it starts feeling hollow’: In conversation with Lael Wilcox
By Mildred Locke last updated
Interview The ultra-distance extraordinaire talks us through introducing women and girls to bikepacking and racing

American Classic redesigns its road and gravel tyres
By Mildred Locke published
News The updated range includes hookless rim compatibility, faster rolling, and improved puncture protection

Rapha Women’s Pro Team Thermal Baselayer review
By Mildred Locke published
Review Is this high-collared baselayer with integrated buff a cold weather lifesaver or gimmick?

Assos DYORA RS Rain Vest review
By Mildred Locke published
Review Is this race-ready waterproof gilet a cut above the rest?
Get The Leadout Newsletter
The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!
Latest on Cyclingnews
-
Best women's cycling shorts 2025: Padded bib shorts to keep you comfy on the bike
Female-specific cycling shorts can play a huge part in ensuring you stay comfortable in the saddle, these are our favourite options -
Abus Bordo 6200K bike lock review: For when convenience trumps security
Does this compact folding lock strike the perfect balance between portability and protection? -
Topeak JoeBlow Sport III review: A great all-rounder for the everyday cyclist
Is the Topeak JoeBlow Sport III the ultimate do-it-all track pump?
-
Lezyne Pressure Drive bike pump review: Compact and powerful, but a little fiddly
With a built-in valve core tool, is the Lezyne Pressure Drive everything you need to get back on the road? -
Best hybrid bikes: Fast bikes for leisure and commuting
Our pick of the best hybrid bikes in 2025 covering a range of different styles, use cases and designs -
Best women's road bikes 2025: Take to the tarmac with comfort and speed
The best women's road bikes don't necessarily need to be women's specific, but those that come with women's specific touchpoints and sizing options do the job brilliantly
-
Best women’s cycling shoes: Comfort and ride performance from the feet up
The best women’s cycling shoes provide an efficient and comfortable transition of power from your legs to the pedals -
Best women’s hybrid bikes: Town bikes designed for women
Get in your daily exercise while travelling on two wheels with our pick of the best women’s hybrid bikes currently on the market -
Best electric bikes of 2025: Assisted bikes for road, gravel, commuting and more
A roundup of the best electric bikes from all disciplines of pedal-assisted cycling