Mildred Locke

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

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A bike lock lays on a concrete floor next to some bike racks

Hiplok DX review: Wearable D-lock with top-tier security credentials

By Mildred Locke published

review The Hiplok DX offers a Sold Secure Diamond rating and seamlessly slots onto your belt

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Onguard 8003 Pitbull STD U-Lock review: Affordable, high security lock best suited for e- and cargo bikes

By Mildred Locke published

review The Onguard 8003 Pitbull STD U-Lock offers a Sold Secure Diamond rating with a sub-£50 price tag

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A black and red Abus Ultimate 420 lock and cable on a stone floor next to a bike rack

Abus Ultimate 420 + Loop Cable bike lock review: A compact, commuter-friendly combo

By Mildred Locke published

review The compact and lightweight Abus Ultimate 420 + Loop Cable may well be the ultimate bike lock for cycling commuters

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Cyclists cross Westminster Bridge in London, UK, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves will deliver her first budget on Oct. 30. Photographer: Jose Sarmento Matos/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Benefits of cycling: The physical, mental and environmental positives from taking to two wheels

By Mildred Locke published

feature A deep dive into the many benefits of cycling, from physical and mental health boosts to bringing people together

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A white male cyclist is riding through an urban area, wearing a backpack and tucked into a side pocket is a brightly coloured Hiplok D-Lock

Best lightweight bike locks: Security that won't weigh you down

By Mildred Locke last updated

Buyer's guide Our pick of the best lightweight bike locks that are small, portable, and offer reasonable protection

Buyer's guide
Chrome Industries reengineer urban shoe range in collaboration with Panaracer

Best commuter cycling shoes - Ride to work in comfort

By Mildred Locke last updated

Buyer's guide The best commuter cycling shoes will get you to work in comfort and style

Buyer's guide
A close up shot of a woman wearing a Specialized gravel helmet and sunglasses, completely covered in mud splatters after a cyclocross race

Best gravel bike helmets: Off-road protection and comfort

By Mildred Locke last updated

Buyer's Guide Maximise on off-road protection, ventilation and aerodynamics with the best gravel bike helmets

Buyer's Guide
A hand reaching down to a Fabric cageless water bottle, the rider about to drink mid-ride

Best water bottles for cycling: Stay hydrated on the go

By Mildred Locke last updated

Buyer's Guide Keep hydrated for peak performance with one of the best water bottles for cycling

Buyer's Guide
A woman of colour with afro hair cycles her road bike from left to right of the image, wearing green and blue Velocio road kit

Best women's cycling shorts - padded bib shorts to keep you comfy on the bike

By Mildred Locke last updated

Buyer's guide Female-specific cycling shorts can play a huge part in ensuring you stay comfortable in the saddle

Buyer's guide
Two women - one white and one east Asian, cycling electric hybrid bikes together in an urban area, wearing casual clothing and helmets

Best women’s electric bikes: power up and go further

By Mildred Locke last updated

Buyer's guide Our pick of the best women’s electric bikes for road, gravel, commuting and more

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