Sean Fishpool
Sean has old school cycle touring in his blood, with a coast to coast USA ride and a number of month-long European tours in his very relaxed palmares. Also an enthusiastic midpack club cyclocross and XC racer, he loves his role as a junior cycle coach on the Kent/Sussex borders, and likes to squeeze in a one-day unsupported 100-miler on the South Downs Way at least once a year. Triathlon and adventure racing fit into his meandering cycling past, as does clattering around the Peak District on a rigid Stumpjumper back in the day.
Height: 173cm
Weight: 65kg
Rides: Specialized Chisel Comp; Canyon Inflite CF SLX; Canyon Aeroad; Roberts custom road bike
Latest articles by Sean Fishpool
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dhb Lightweight Mesh Sleeveless Base Layer review – a pleasing all-rounder
By Sean Fishpool published
Review This versatile summer base should fit a good range of body types and budgets
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Sigma Rox 12.1 Evo first ride review – classy touchscreen GPS at a good price
By Sean Fishpool published
Not yet ratedReview Is this well built and easy to use GPS a Garmin killer?
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Castelli Pro Issue Base Layer review – lightweight summer brilliance
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Good looks and great wicking from a superlight base
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10 of the best USA bikepacking routes for epic adventures
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Feature American bikepacking exploration from desert to mountain top with something for every ability
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DeFeet Duraglove ET review – simple, indestructible gloves
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A simple year-round staple for everything from bikepacking to cyclocross and commuting
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Isadore Merino Long-Sleeve Baselayer review – more versatile than just a base
By Sean Fishpool published
Review There’s no magic to it, but this midweight merino top hits the spot nicely as a relaxed spring all-rounder as well as a cold-weather base
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Brynje Super Micro T-Shirt review – milder-weather version of the super-dry base
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A milder-weather version of the classic super-dry Norwegian mesh base
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OMM Sonic Jacket review – featherweight windproof
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A handy backup or a versatile add-on to a waterproof setup
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Paramo Velez Adventure Light Smock review – eco-friendly, breathable cocoon
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A fine all-round outdoors waterproof shell that's good on the bike in colder conditions
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Spatzwear Race Layer review – warm and dry with low bulk
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Designed as a foul-weather base layer for riders with an eye on aerodynamics, the Race Layer is also a flexible winter staple for the rest of us
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Best jackets for bikepacking and gravel – packable all-day protection
By Sean Fishpool published
Buyer's Guide The best packable, weatherproof cycling jackets for off-road adventures
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Madison Roam Isoler base layer review – just-right performance at a just-right price
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Everyone deserves a decent base layer and this is a super-comfortable all-rounder at a great price
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Sportful Giara Thermal Gloves review – nicely made mid-temperature gloves
By Sean Fishpool published
Review They’re not all that thermal, but as general spring gravel gloves they’re just fine
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Sportful Supergiara Jacket review – softshell gravel jacket with pockets galore
By Sean Fishpool published
Review With Polartec Alpha breathable insulation, a soft shell and nine pockets (count ’em), you could think of the Supergiara as a neat cool-weather jacket or a supercharged off-road jersey
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Rapha Pro Team Thermal Base Layer review – light and long-necked
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Great wicking and a welcome cosy neck, but best at coldest temperatures
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Decathlon Compact Waterproof Windproof Overgloves review – bargain weather-beaters
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A simple, cheap way of storm-proofing your normal gloves
![Man wearing gravel cycling jacket in front of hedge](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HatsoW9unMS8qWyTnCvDQ8-320-80.jpeg)
Castelli Unlimited Puffy Jacket review – lightweight warmth for cooler rides
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Castelli’s Unlimited Puffy Jacket uses Polartec Alpha and a windproof shell to hit a sweet spot of warmth and breathability
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Sportful Lobster Gloves review – magic shell over-glove for nasty weather
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A superlight, weathertight shell to go over your normal gloves
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Best trail helmets – our expert picks for protection, ventilation and comfort
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Buyer's Guide Trail helmets have to handle high efforts as well as potentially high impacts. Here's our pick of the ones that meet both demands
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Mountain bike tire pressures – how to find the right pressures for you
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Feature We consult top tire manufacturers to help find the ideal tire pressures for your bike setup and the trail conditions you ride
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Crankbrothers Candy 3 pedal review – XC clipless meets platform support
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Review With modest weight, decent mud clearance and a bit of a platform, the Candy is an appealing package
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Best ways to cure squealing disc brakes on a mountain bike
By Sean Fishpool published
How to Squealing disc brakes can ruin a ride, here are Bike Perfect's top tips for a quieter life on the trails
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Tubeless mountain bike tires – everything you need to know
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Feature Tubeless tires and MTBs go together like honey and bees. But are they right for you and how do you get set up?