Simon von Bromley
Senior technical writer
Simon von Bromley is a senior technical writer for BikeRadar, and a regular contributor on BikeRadar’s podcast and YouTube channel.
Simon joined BikeRadar in 2020, but has been riding bikes all his life, and racing road and time trial bikes for more than a decade. He’s also developed a keen interest in gravel bikes and riding off-road in recent years.
As well as covering news and trending topics in road and gravel cycling, Simon writes in-depth reviews and features on power meters, smart trainers, aero tech, and nerdy topics such as chain lubricants, tyres and pro-bike tech from races such as the Tour de France.
He has a keen interest in any tech that can help him (or you) ride faster and is obsessed with the tiniest details.
Before joining BikeRadar, Simon worked on the picture desk at BBC Studios and as a freelance writer and photographer. He has had work published on Cyclingnews.com and in Cycling Plus magazine.
- Height: 183cm
- Bike size: 56cm / Medium-Large
Recent articles by Simon von Bromley
Up close and personal with Team GB’s hyper-expensive Olympic track bike
An in-depth look at the Hope HB.T Paris
Best waterproof jackets for road cycling and commuting 2024 | 11 cycling rain jackets tried and tested by our experts
The best cycling jackets for road cyclists and commuters
The best cycling shoes for every budget | Under £100, £150, £200, £300 and £400
Looking for new road cycling shoes? We've pedalled thousands of kilometres to help you pick the best pair for you
14 of the best road bike tyres: our favourite tubeless and clincher tyres
The best tyres for racing, training and more…
Review | Wahoo Kickr Core Zwift One: still one of the best
Wahoo’s cheapest direct-drive smart trainer – now with the Zwift Cog
12 Zwift tips for beginners | How to get the most out of Zwift's virtual world
How to get the most out of Zwift's virtual worlds
Analysis | Zwift challengers up their game and why you don't need a new smart trainer
New apps, new hardware and new trends – but which ones will make a difference?
Best road bike saddles in 2024 | Plus what to look for when buying a saddle
The most comfortable saddles for road use, as rated by our team of expert testers
Campagnolo patent hints at the return of the thumb shifter – but not where you'd expect it
Are wearable shifters the next big thing in electronic groupsets?
The best workouts and training plans on Zwift
Keep fit while having fun with the best workouts and flexible training plans from the interactive training mega-platform
New Wahoo Elemnt Ace leaked – is this the world’s first bike computer with an integrated aero sensor?
Wahoo’s “most powerful bike computer” revealed on Reddit
Which power meter should you buy? We put seven power meters to the test
The best power meters tried and tested plus our buyers guide to help you find your ideal power meter
$560 American-made bib shorts, KMC factory-waxed chains, a new waterproof from GripGrab and Silca’s home-brew wax additives
Plus all the highlights from the week just gone
Are wind tunnel sensors on your bike the future of aero tech? | Body Rocket first ride
Is on-bike aero measurement ready for lift-off?
These are the best Zwift setups for every rider – from budget smart trainers to the ultimate indoor bikes
How to create the perfect Zwift setup, from budget options to four-figure indoor bikes
Best road bike helmets in 2024 | 20 of our favourite road helmets from entry-level to high-end
Top choices rated from MET, Specialized, Giro, Kask, Lazer and many more
Simon says: does Shimano really care about gravel?
As SRAM makes strides, Shimano is dragging its heels
Your complete guide to Zwift | Everything you need to know
What Zwift is, how it works and what equipment you need
Why ‘breathable waterproof’ clothing is a myth, according to three experts
Your expensive jacket can be one or the other, but not both at the same time
Best indoor cycling apps 2024: which training app should you use?
We compare the best indoor cycling apps, plus the gear you need to start riding indoors
Best cycling sunglasses and glasses in 2024 | 21 sets of shades rated and reviewed
Top-rated cycling glasses to protect your eyes out on the road or trail
Four road bikes we'd buy with our own cash – and four money-no-object dream machines
Our road tech team reveal how they'd spend their money and what they'd do with an unlimited budget
Lael Wilcox shatters Around The World record aboard Specialized Roubaix SL8
We take a closer look at the bike Wilcox rode for 18,125 miles over 108 days
Campagnolo unveils new Super Record S Wireless groupset at a "competitive" price of $4,299
New 'special edition' groupset brings expanded gearing range, new wheels and slightly cheaper prices