
Will Jones
Will joined the Cyclingnews team as a reviews writer in 2022, having previously written for Cyclist, BikeRadar and Advntr. He’s tested countless bikes, from budget-friendly starter options to money-no-object race machines, as well as innumerate tyres, components, and riding gear. Thanks to a lack of desire to ride indoors, he has developed a real expertise in wet and cold weather gear, helped no end by living in one of the wettest parts of the UK.
There are few cycling disciplines he hasn’t at least dabbled in, with years of road, gravel, and cyclocross experience bolstered by peripheral immersions into fixed gear, BMX, mountain biking, bike polo, tandems, time trialling, and good old-fashioned touring.
Not content with simply riding off-the-peg bikes, he has also put himself through frame-building school, so is a passable brazer, and has a real appreciation for the handbuilt scene, as well as an in-depth knowledge of bike geometry and the limitations inherent in bicycle design.
As well as his bread and butter of tech news and reviews, he’s a skilled photographer and has produced countless galleries from the biggest races on the planet, not only highlighting bicycle tech, but giving readers a true behind-the-scenes feel of what it’s like to be roadside, in the pits, and shoulder to shoulder with pro riders.
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Is Canyon about to release a gravel bike with its own suspension fork? Leaked video suggests so
By Will Jones published
Tech The brand’s gravel race bike looks almost identical to the current model, with only minor tweaks

Specialized launches five new tyres for 2025, including a new aero road tyre
By Will Jones published
News Five new tyres covering performance road through to gravel adventure riding, plus new branding across the range

The Kärcher OC3 pressure washer is so useful I now can’t imagine life without it
By Will Jones published
review Small and portable, safe for bearings, and good for other jobs too

Wahoo Elemnt Ace review: Bigger isn’t always better
By Will Jones published
Review Excellent navigation, but the features and user experience don’t justify the price

Best bike panniers: From commuting and touring to grocery getting
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer's Guide The best bike panniers all in one place, across all sizes and prices

Have we just seen the start of ‘road mullet’ wheelsets at Opening Weekend?
By Will Jones published
Tech Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe seen using a deeper front wheel than rear at Omloop het Nieuwsblad

Why Tom Pidcock’s 'smart wheels' might actually catch on
By Will Jones published
Tech And why you might not even have a choice about it

Van Rysel RCR MIPS helmet review: Truly incredible value for money and performance that punches well above its weight
By Will Jones published
Review The Van Rysel RCR MIPS helmet is extremely comfortable, looks more premium than it is, and is at least similar to its faster sibling
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