Paul Burwell

Paul Burwell

Freelance MTB tester

It feels like Paul has been testing bikes and products since the stone age, before suspension, disc brakes, dropper posts, and even the internet. He raced elite-level cross-country back in the 1990s but now spends most of his time roosting trails instead.

Latest articles by Paul Burwell

Magicshine Monteer 12000 bike light
Magicshine Monteer 12000 review: A bike light that boasts more beam power than any other model

By Paul Burwell Published

Review In theory, the Magicshine Monteer 12000 is the brightest bike night light out there, but is it really that bright? And do you need that much power?

Review
Maxxis Minion DHF on a bike
Best MTB trail tyres 2026: We pick 9 totally sorted options for hitting the trails

By Paul Burwell Published

Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best trail-orientated MTB tyres for ultimate grip, support and predictability in all conditions

Buyer's Guide
WTB Verdict TCS Light High Grip
WTB Verdict TCS Light High Grip review: Awesome grip levels

By Paul Burwell Published

Review Built using WTB's Tritec triple-compound, this is a tacky trail tyre with real bite on all surfaces

Review
Kenda HellKat Pro ATC tire
Kenda HellKat Pro ATC review: A well-priced, dual-compound, all-rounder

By Paul Burwell Published

Review The ambidextrous HellKat Pro ATC is Kenda’s flagship tyre that works well front or back. It gets a supple ATC casing, low rebound rubber compound and is tubeless ready

Review
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip EXO+
Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip EXO+ review: Consistent all-rounder with superb grip

By Paul Burwell Published

Review Originally designed as a gravity tyre, the Maxxis Assegai doesn’t disappoint on the trail

Review