Sportive Cyclist

My initial review (after 8 weeks) of the Rider S500 bike computer, Bryton’s newest premium touchscreen bike computer. A potential Edge 530 and BOLT beater? Read on MacDuff.

My review of the Elite Crono Fluid Elastogel trainer. A robust ‘non-smart’ trainer that has served me well for over 8 years.

The two best mid-range bike GPS devices go head to head (unit). Which one should you buy now that Wahoo has added full navigation and a colour screen to the BOLT V2?

Want to know the key differences between the Edge 530 vs 830 bike computers? More importantly, which you should buy? This post has all the detail you need.

Want a bike GPS with powerful training performance features but at a reasonable price? The Stages Dash M50 may be the choice for you. Check out my detailed review.

My comparison of the Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM and the new “V2” version of the ELEMNT BOLT. How do they differ? Which would I recommend? All that and more. (Ok, not that much more. Mainly ‘all that’).

All the key differences and all the things that have stayed the same between the brand new V2 Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT and the original version. Most importantly, should you upgrade? Find out within.

I’ve bought a Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM. It’s a colour bike GPS. First impressions: it’s meaty, beaty, big and bouncy. Watch me unbox the ROAM in this handy little video.

No mystery in this title. In this post (mainly video) I unbox my recently-acquired Edge 830 (device only, as I’ve already got the sensors). Behold a nice, sleek touchscreen GPS.

My review of the Garmin Edge 530 after 5 months of extensive use. In summary, it’s a great bike computer. Read the review if you want a bit more detail…

Want to compare the Edge 1030 vs Edge 1030 Plus bike computers? What are the new features of the Edge 1030 Plus? This post has all the info (and jokes).

Want to compare the Garmin Edge 1030 with the Edge 830? Seek no more. All the key differences (and what’s the same) so you can decide which is right for you.

In this post I review the Garmin Varia RTL515 rear view radar and tail light: what it’s like to use, how it works with non-Garmin bike computers and whether I think you should buy one (hint: I love it).

In the market for a new bike GPS – one with all the features you (and the pros) need, but won’t break the bank? Look no further than this detailed comparison of the Edge 530 and the Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT.

In this post I use the distinctly unscientific approach of dropping an Edge 530 into a glass of water in order to find out if it is waterproof…

Want to find out how your local climb compares to famous ascents of the Alps and the Pyrenees? This post explains the method Strava uses to assign climb classification ratings to your favourite cote.

My detailed review of the Bryton Rider 450. Offered at a good price with a decent range of features. But how does it perform? Find out within…

Bryton’s brand new top of the range bike computer, with colour touchscreen and onboard navigation whizzbangery, set at a competitive price point. But how does compare with higher end Garmins and Wahoos? Find out here.

I’ve owned a Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT for a while now (like nearly 3½ years), so it’s about time I shared my thoughts in the form of a review. If you’re thinking about buying a new cycling computer, this post will contain all you need to know.

In this blog post and accompanying short video I explain how to upload a GPS cycling route to the Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT bike computer.

Wahoo ELEMNT vs ELEMNT BOLT – A detailed post comparing Wahoo’s two flagship cycling GPS devices. Find out which is the best cycling GPS for you. Make sure you don’t waste money by buying the wrong one!

My ‘first look’ at the brand new Bryton Rider 750 bike GPS, a colour touchscreen device with onboard navigation.

Trying to choose between Strava vs MapMyRide? Find out how they compare: features, usability, cost and which is better for your cycling needs.

This post compares Shimano’s Tiagra road groupset with 105. What are the key differences? Which is better value? Find out here.

Detailed review of the Aftershokz Trek Air bone conduction headphones. How do they sound? Are they loud enough? Are they safe on the bike? I’ve got answers!

Not all trainers are smart trainers with in-built power meters. In this post I look at how you can measure, or estimate, your power when using a dumb, or non-smart, indoor trainer.

I bought some new lights: front (Cateye Volt 800) and rear (Lezyne KTV Pro Drive 75). Should you buy these lights? Read this post to find out.

How I’m going to approach riding in the dark this year (having bought bike lights…).

A detailed and enjoyable post comparing the key differences between the Garmin Edge 520 and Edge 820 (and what they both do well). Which is best for you?

So you’re in the market for a mid-range Garmin cycling GPS device and are considering whether to go for the Edge 520 or the 510? Good, well you’ve come to the right place. The Garmin Edge 520 is, as the ‘520’ number-clature suggests, similar to the 510 (and with an …

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A long-term review of the Garmin Edge 510 bike computer. Which you’ll struggle to buy these days. So not that useful. Still… history.

I’m sorry to be the one that has to break this to you, but winter is approaching. The opportunities for riding outside start to dwindle. Work day evenings become dark and cold. Day time riders will gamble with rain, wind and, before too long, dangerous icy roads. But fear not. …

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An ‘unboxing’ of the Garmin Edge 510 bike GPS. Which is quite old. You probably can’t buy a new one. It is what it is.