Articles by: Josh Ross

Josh Ross is our American tech writer. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest of the United States he lives cycling and the culture that accompanies it. Josh is most happy when talking about the finer details of how bicycle parts and components work, and enjoys putting his thoughts to words for Bike Perfect. He is a road cyclist at heart but can often be found taking the gravel road less travelled. Although he rarely races these days, he still enjoys a good Zwift session and race but will always choose the real world over pixels when given the choice.
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 137 lb.
Rides: Look 795 Blade RS, Cannondale Topstone Lefty, Cannondale CAAD9, Priority Continuum Onyx

Articles by: Josh Ross

Best electric gravel bike 2023 – charge up your gravel riding

By Josh Ross published 1 November 22

Buyer's Guide The best electric gravel bikes will take you on longer rides and bigger climbs on everything from pavement to singletrack

Best gravel bikes under $1,000 2023 – dirt-ready drop-bar bikes with bargain price tags

By Josh Ross published 21 October 22

Buyer's Guide Start riding today with a great, dirt-searching gravel bike that doesn’t cost a fortune

A rider on a gravel biking in the Swiss Alps

Gravel biking – everything you need to know about this off-road discipline

By Josh Ross published 31 August 22

Feature A crash course on the most popular buzzword in cycling and what it means for your gravel biking choices

Best water bottle for MTB – stay properly hydrated without a riding pack

By Josh Ross published 27 July 22

Buyer's Guide With the best water bottle for MTB you can stay hydrated and perform at your best

Electric conversion kits for mountain bikes – give your existing bike a power boost

By Josh Ross last updated 23 September 22

Buyer's Guide The best electric conversion kits to make your mountain bike go further and do it all faster

Lael Wilcox on the 2019 Tour Divide Race

Bikepacking in the USA – the appeal, the culture and the biggest routes

By Josh Ross published 4 July 22

Feature Why has bikepacking become such a large part of contemporary USA cycling culture?

Bikepacking – everything you need to know about adventuring by bike

By Josh Ross, Graham Cottingham, Eleanor Jaskowska published 28 June 22

Feature Everything you need to know about bikepacking and the equipment you need to tackle an overnight bike trip

SRAM NX vs GX – what are the key differences between these 12-speed drivetrains?

By Josh Ross last updated 18 September 23

Buyer's Guide We compare the two excellently priced SRAM drivetrain options

The E-Caliber mountain bike being ridden through a river

Best mountain bike insurance: keep yourself and your steed safe and covered

By Sean Fishpool published 17 February 22

Insurance Always be prepared, with the best insurance policies for your mountain bike

Apidura bag packed with a Topeak Multi-Tool

Best bikepacking multi-tools: reliable tools for multi-day adventures

By Josh Ross published 16 February 22

Buyer's Guide Avoid walking home in the event of an unexpected backcountry mechanical with the best bikepacking multi-tools

Lake MX146 winter cycling boots review – made for the worst of the winter

By Josh Ross last updated 8 December 22

Review The design was crafted in one of the coldest areas in America, but does the Lake MX146 hit the mark for winter riding?

Hunt Limitless 42 being ridden through a field and river

Best gravel bike upgrades: make your bike the best it can be

By Josh Ross last updated 5 May 22

Buyer's Guide Make an old bike new again or a new bike uniquely yours with the right upgrades for the riding you do

A white, male cyclist riding a gravel bike through a deep, muddy puddle, with water splashing out from the side

Best gravel groupsets: the best choices for following the road after the pavement ends

By Josh Ross published 28 January 22

Buyer's Guide The best drivetrain options for racing, bikepacking, or just exploring wherever the road, or trail, might lead

Best mountain bike accessories: Everything you need but the bike

By Josh Ross last updated 10 February 22

Buyer's Guide Be prepared at home and on the bike with the right mountain bike accessories

Best bike chain degreaser being sprayed on chain

Best bike chain degreaser: Because a clean bike is a happy bike

By Josh Ross last updated 10 February 22

Buyer's Guide The best bike chain degreaser to help you get your bike sparkling clean without damaging anything

Park Tools cleaning tools being used on a bike chain

Best bike chain cleaner: The right tool for cleaning your chain

By Josh Ross published 6 December 21

Buyer's Guide A clean chain makes riding faster, easier, and less expensive and the best bike chain cleaner makes it a lot easier to have a clean chain

Rockymounts hitch bike rack with fat bikes mounted

Best bike hitch racks: The easiest, and most secure, way to carry your prized possession

By Josh Ross published 3 December 21

Buyer's Guide They fit almost any car, they are safe and secure, and with the best bike hitch rack you’ll never have to struggle to get a muddy bike into the back of a small car

Best mountain bike brands 2023 – our pick of the top companies

By Graham Cottingham last updated 20 July 23

Feature From the pioneers to the new kids on the block, Bike Perfect uncovers the brands that have shaped the mountain bike discipline

Best mountain bike derailleur: Shift gears with ease and efficiency

By Josh Ross published 29 July 21

Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best mountain bike derailleurs to get you moving no matter how rough the terrain

Quad lock best mountain bike phone mount

Best mountain bike phone mounts: Mounting solutions for rough rides

By Josh Ross last updated 5 May 22

Buyer's Guide The best mountain bike phone mount options to make sure your phone is safe, secure, and accessible while riding

Best mountain bike toolkit: everything you need to keep your bike in tip-top shape

By Josh Ross published 20 July 21

Buyer's Guide We take a look at the best mountain bike toolkits to keep your mountain bike running smoothly

GT launches Power Performer e-MTBMX and analog Street Performer urban bike

By Josh Ross last updated 15 July 21

News GT bikes launches a new sub-brand with two models that bring BMX style and durability mixed with urban usability

Best Bikepacking food: Eat well even when travelling light

By Josh Ross last updated 20 June 22

Buyer's Guide A look at some tasty food options to keep you properly fueled on your bikepacking trip

Best gravel handlebars: maintain grip and stability when things get rough

By Josh Ross last updated 8 July 21

Buyer's Guide The best gravel handlebars for everything from gravel racing to singletrack

Nino Schurter racing World Cup XCO in Albstadt

Cross-country mountain biking: everything you need to know

By Josh Ross last updated 27 June 21

Feature If riding up hills and barrelling down descents at full speed tickles your fancy, cross-country mountain biking might just be the discipline for you

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