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
Bikepacking routes – 10 of the best UK bikepacking routes
By Sean Fishpool published
Feature Unmissable UK bikepacking routes to take this summer, whether you're an absolute beginner or seasoned bikepacker
Time ATAC XC6 pedal review – a free floating, low weight pedal
By Sean Fishpool published
Review If you're after a freer feeling clipless pedal, the Time ATAC XC6 could be the one for you
Shimano PD-M520 pedal review – 18 years after its first release, this pedal is still going strong
By Sean Fishpool published
Review A bargain favorite with trail bashers and commuters alike
Crankbrothers Mallet E LS pedal review – smooth, stable, pedaling security
By Sean Fishpool published
Review The Mallet E strikes a winning balance between the security of cleats and the agility of a platform
Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3 pedal review – minimal construction yet surprisingly stable
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Crankbrothers Eggbeater 3's are light and appealing, even if they don’t clunk-click
Specialized Power Expert saddle review – short-nosed MTB and gravel comfort
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Review Its short nose and deep cutaway have proven themselves for aero-positioned comfort, but Specialized also rates the Power Expert for gravel. How does it perform?
Fizik Terra Argo X1 saddle review – excellent but outshone by cheaper variants?
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Review How does the carbon-railed version of the renowned off-road Terra Argo stack up?
Selle Italia X-LR Kit Carbonio SuperFlow saddle review – surprisingly comfortable weight saving perch
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Review Selle Italia’s lightest off-road perch is a dynamic, entertaining way to pluck a few more tens of grams from the scales
Prologo Scratch M5 AGX saddle review – long-distance gravel tamer
By Sean Fishpool published
Review If you’re looking for a sweet spot with your saddle, Lachlan Morton’s midrange off-road perch has some Goldilocks qualities
Selle San Marco Allroad Open-Fit Carbon FX saddle review – an agile, comfortable gem
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Review An expensive but lightweight and versatile saddle for gravel and cross-country riding
How to replace your bike's disc brake pads: simple fixes to sort your braking
By Glen Whittington published
How To Disc brake pads wear out over time, so here's how to replace them and keep your stopping performance sharp and precise
Best mountain bike insurance: keep yourself and your steed safe and covered
By Sean Fishpool published
Insurance Always be prepared, with the best insurance policies for your mountain bike
Mountain bike racing: how to get started
By Sean Fishpool last updated
Feature Top tips and expert advice to help you on your way to competing in your first race
Best apps for mountain biking: useful apps that will compliment your riding
By Sean Fishpool published
Buyer's guides Get the most out of your time on the trails with the best apps for mountain biking
What types of mountain biking are there – and what type of rider are you?
By Sean Fishpool published
Feature Cross-country, trail, enduro, downhill... what’s the difference between the various types of mountain biking, and which one’s for you?
Mountain biking vs road biking: How are they different?
By Sean Fishpool published
Feature Both disciplines are awesome but what are the differences and which is better?
Best way to transport mountain bikes
By Sean Fishpool published
Feature Unless you are seriously lucky, most mountain bikers need to drive to the trailhead, we look for the best way to transport mountain bikes
Mountain bike vs hybrid bike: How are they different?
By Sean Fishpool published
Feature What’s the difference between a hybrid and a mountain bike? And which is right for you?
SRAM SX vs NX: Understanding the differences
By Sean Fishpool published
Buyer's Guide Looking for a low-cost 12-speed groupset? We break down the differences between SRAM's two budget drivetrains
100% Altis helmet review
By Sean Fishpool published
Review 100% brings its proprietary Smartshock impact protection system to its mid-range Altis trail helmet
Bontrager Starvos WaveCel helmet review
By Sean Fishpool published
Review The Starvos features Bontrager's Wavecel technology but does this innovative approach to protection translate to performance on the bike?
Selle San Marco Ground Dynamic saddle review
By Sean Fishpool published
Review Selle San Marco Ground Dynamic saddle is an update to the Italian brand's popular GND off-road saddle, but have the changes in shape improved comfort and performance?