Author Oli Woodman
Oli Woodman

Oli Woodman

Audience Development Manager

Former BikeRadar staffer Oli is passionate about anything with wheels and/or an engine or motor. A keen eye for technical detail and a general curiosity for how things work often gives Oli a unique insight into products he's either testing or writing about. An unhealthy interest in older motor vehicles keeps him poor but happy.

Recent articles by Oli Woodman

Best hybrid bikes 2024 | Top-rated hybrid bikes and our buyer's guide

The best hybrid bikes for a range of budgets
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9 tips for creating the perfect indoor training setup

Make your indoor cycling setup a place to be proud of
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The best sunglasses for mountain biking in 2023

Our pick of the best eyewear for off-road riding
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The best cheap road bikes 2024 | 12 budget bikes for £750 or less

Great-value budget road bikes for beginners or training from just £350
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The best cheap bike pedals for mountain biking, road and casual riding

Seven affordable bike pedals that are worth your hard-earned cash
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Best folding bikes 2024: 7 of our favourite folders

The best folding bikes, as reviewed by the BikeRadar team
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The complete guide to buying a used bike | Tips for buying a second-hand bike

Advice to help you buy a second-hand bike with confidence
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Best kids' bikes 2024: a buyer's guide to children's bikes

Our guide to buying the best kids' bike for your child as they grow
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Best bike: our buyer's guide to which bicycle type you should buy

Road bike vs. mountain bike vs. gravel bike. What types of bikes are there and the pros and cons of each
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Our favourite deals from the Sigma Sports sale: 75% off of Knight carbon rims

Serious savings on bikes, clothing and components
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8 ways to raise the blood pressure of your bike mechanic

From dirty bikes to press-fit bottom brackets, everything your mechanic doesn't want to see or hear
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Apidura bikepacking kit, a smart camera strap and technical clothing from Brynje

Plus a look back at the week's top stories on BikeRadar
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The Specialized Turbo Como SL proves practical bikes don't have to be boring

New electric load-lugger looks fresh, fun and so very capable
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Carbon gravel rims from WTB, a cunning luggage solution from Tailfin and a Manfrotto monopod

Plus a shiny new saddle from Prologo
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The Felt Breed is a gravel race bike with a versatile streak

A preview of Felt's aluminium gravel racer
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Two exquisite titanium bikes from German builder Mawis

Inspirational fast commuter and gravel bike builds
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Canyon Torque freeride/park bike motorised as new Torque:ON

Shun the uplift with Shimano EP8 power
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Tyre pressure monitoring from SKS, winter road shoes from Lake and CrankBrothers' latest multi-tool

Plus a neat wallet from JRD Components
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Devinci launches two new Canadian-made trail bikes and they're surprisingly affordable

Trail bikes aimed at those on a budget
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How to photograph a bike (and get a picture to be proud of)

Get a picture worth sharing with these pro pointers
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Oli Woodman's Gear of the Year 2020

A remarkable ebike, practical clothing and home-office upgrades
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A remake of a classic Brooks saddle, Shimano stopping parts and Madison's ultimate MTB jacket

Plus a clever head torch that's ideal for bikepacking
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Bike of the Week | Devinci Troy Carbon XT 12S LTD

Devinci's all-rounder in its spendiest carbon guise
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Limited-edition silver finish for ‘Sterling Edition’ Manitou Mezzer Pro 

Standard Mezzer Pro doesn’t match your bike? Try this
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