Articles by Paul Norman, Freelance writer

After a spell riding XC mountain bikes Paul discovered gravel, or in fact riding a cyclocross bike across the South Downs and through the Chiltern Hills as gravel bikes didn’t exist at the time. He’s since mixed gravel and road riding, reviewing bikes and gear for Cycling Weekly for five years and also more recently writing for Cyclingnews, Bike Radar, T3 and of course Bike Perfect.

Articles by: Paul Norman

Cycling clothing deals 2023 – wardrobe upgrades to help you perform better on the trails

By Graham Cottingham, Paul Norman last updated 5 January 23

Deals Whether you want to look good, feel good or both, these are the best MTB clothing deals available now

Best beginner gravel bikes: a white male gravel rider rides a bumpy gravel track

Best beginner gravel bikes 2023 – totally sorted and easy to ride

By Paul Norman last updated 21 October 22

Buyer's guide The best beginner gravel bikes shouldn't cost the earth but will give you upgrade options to meet your riding needs

Truflo Easitrax 4 floor bike pump review – a great budget all-rounder

By Paul Norman published 10 May 22

Review If you’re after a low priced, well-featured floor pump for your bike, the Truflo Easitrax 4 fits the bill nicely

Topeak JoeBlow Mountain X floor bike pump review – specifically designed for MTB tires

By Paul Norman published 10 May 22

Review The Topeak JoeBlow Mountain X floor pump shifts a lot of air per stroke for rapid inflation of mountain bike tires

Best floor pumps for bikes 2023 - bike pumps to get your tires ready to ride

By Paul Norman last updated 15 September 22

Buyer's Guide A floor pump is the best bike pump for pre-ride tire inflation - here are our picks

Best bike torque wrenches 2023 – torque your bike bolts to perfection

By Paul Norman last updated 12 October 23

Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best torque wrenches for bikes along with torque keys for easier jobs

Best gravel bar tape – our top choices for ultimate grip and comfort

By Paul Norman last updated 9 May 22

Buyer's Guide The best gravel bar tape will up your comfort and keep your grip whatever the conditions

A gravel rider climbing up a gravel road in the alps

Best gravel bike frames: build your own drop-bar off-road rig

By Paul Norman published 30 March 22

Buyer's Guide Choosing the best gravel bike frame is the starting point when building up your perfect gravel bike

Three gravel cyclists - two male, one female - resting at the top of a gravel climb and looking into the distance

Best gravel bike clothing: what to wear for your off-road excursions

By Paul Norman published 22 March 22

Buyer's Guide Loads of brands make specific gravel bike clothing; here's our pick of the best

Cyber Monday deal on Lifeline Pavo 2000 lumen light at Wiggle

At $110 / £90 this has to be the best-value 2000-lumen front light out there this Cyber Monday

By Paul Norman published 29 November 21

black friday Up to 36% off the Lifeline Pavo 2000 lumen light at Wiggle

Where to buy an electric mountain bike: Guide to your options to find an e-MTB

By Paul Norman published 21 October 21

Deals Electric mountain bikes are massively popular, which means you will probably need to hunt around to find the right bike for you. Here's our guide to where to find the perfect e-MTB

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