Paul Brett
Paul Brett joined BikePerfect as a staff writer in 2022. He has been an avid cyclist for as long as he can remember, initially catching the mountain biking bug in the 1990s, and raced mountain bikes for over a decade before injury cut short a glittering career. He’s since developed an obsession for gravel riding and recently has dabbled in the dark art of cyclocross. A fan of the idea of bikepacking he has occasionally got involved and has ridden routes like the North Coast 500, Scotland and the Via Francigena (Pilgrim Route), Italy.
An award-winning photographer, when not riding a bike, he can be found at the side of a cyclocross track or a downhill mountain bike world championship shooting the action. Paul has been the founder, editor and writer of Proper Cycling magazine which has seen him travel the world interviewing some of the biggest names in mountain biking and writing about some of the biggest cycling brands.
Current rides: Canyon Inflite, Specialized Diverge, Marin Alpine Trail 2
Latest articles by Paul Brett

COVID-19 strikes Pauline Ferrand-Prévot ahead of UCI Gravel World title defence
By Paul Brett published
News Multi-discipline French rider is also forced to pull out of inaugural European Gravel Championships ahead of her rainbow jersey defence

Discover why the new Vitus Mythique full-sus children's MTBs could be game-changers for young riders
By Paul Brett published
News With a similar spec to the highly-rated adult Mythique, you might just have to up your riding game to keep up with these kids' bikes

Want to improve your mountain bike fitness? Try this MTB strength challenge to boost your riding power
By Paul Brett published
Feature Mixing things up in the gym with this simple technique can work wonders for your MTB riding

Cyclocross racing this winter? Unleash your inner Mathieu Van der Poel with the new Canyon Inflite CFR
By Paul Brett published
News Already a proven winner, is the new Inflite CFR the benchmark in cyclocross racing?

You won't believe these before and after photos of the now destroyed World Champs XC MTB track at Glentress
By Paul Brett published
News A lasting legacy from the inaugural Cycling World Championships was promised for Scotland, but on the ground all we have so far is carnage at Glentress

Fizik say the new Ergolace GTX MTB shoes are "guaranteed" to keep your feet dry this winter
By Paul Brett published
News Italian shoe giants introduce their versatile, stormproof, adventure-ready Ergolace GTX shoes

Five compelling reasons to discover the thrill of Cyclocross racing this winter
By Paul Brett last updated
Feature With competitive racing, fitness gains, and lots of friendly fun in the mud, cyclocross racing might just be the ultimate cycling discipline

Go Green with Northwave Tailwhip Eco Evo – The ultimate sustainable MTB Flat Shoe
By Paul Brett published
News The Italian brand says the Tailwhip Eco Evo is an ecological evolution that uses 100 percent recycled materials

Conquer winter riding with GripGrab's new warm and windproof gravel bike clothing
By Paul Brett published
News GripGrab say their first clothing range is designed to give a balance of insulation, breathability, and waterproof capabilities

Kask Elemento helmet review - a 3D printed, semi-carbon aero helmet designed for multi-discipline riding
By Paul Brett published
Review Worn by World Champions, Kask says the Elemento will deliver the best in aerodynamics, ventilation, and safety, but it comes at a cost

Xan Crees and Joe Blackmore are crowned the new champions at the British Gravel Championships
By Paul Brett published
News Exciting sprints and photo finishes as the National Gravel Champs delivers epic gravel bike racing in King's Forest, Suffolk

Cairn Cycles say their new E-Adventure Rival could be the perfect electric gravel bike
By Paul Brett published
News The E-Adventure Rival is ready for everything from the daily commute to weekend-long adventure gravel rides

Ribble launch stunning hand-painted gravel bikes with rock and stone inspired colorways
By Paul Brett published
News The UK brand takes their award-winning gravel bike collection to another level

Is the new Mondraker Crusher the ultimate enduro e-MTB monster?
By Paul Brett published
News The Spanish giant's all-new electric mountain bike is ready for big days of serious riding and packed with high-end spec

Watch Gee Atherton's latest adrenaline-pumping MTB edit – Ridgeline IV: The Dolomites
By Paul Brett published
Video Red Bull athlete Atherton heads to the Dolomites in Italy for his latest job-dropping release

Connor Swift, Cameron Mason and Alex Dowsett will be riding in the 2023 British Gravel Championships
By Paul Brett published
News Winning the prestigious British Championships gravel title will also see the winners able to line up at the 2023 Gravel World Championships in Italy

Has the Apple Watch Ultra 2 just become the go-to cycling watch?
By Paul Brett published
News It may look the same as before, but the new Apple Watch Ultra comes packed with useful functionality for mountain and gravel bike riding

Could Wahoo's latest Kickr Move Trainer and lower priced Smart Bike revolutionize your indoor cycling?
By Paul Brett published
News Wahoo promises a next-level experience with its two new indoor training offerings

Will the redesigned Crankbrothers Stamp 1 pedal give cutting edge performance at a budget price?
By Paul Brett published
News The US brand says they have listened to rider feedback and delivered a new and improved flat MTB pedal

Lachlan Morton smashes the Great Divide FKT record but will his new time stand?
By Paul Brett published
News The EF Education rider's record may not stand due to the presence of a film crew and the truly alone question

Has Cube just made urban transportation easier than ever with its new Longtail Hybrid cargo bike?
By Paul Brett published
News Cube says the 725 Hybrid models come packed with accessory options and versatility

Ribble embraces Shimano's 105 R7100 Mechanical 12-speed with two new gravel bikes
By Paul Brett published
News Ribble enhances its award winning titanium and carbon gravel bike range with the addition of the new Shimano Mechanical 105