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Posts by Barry Scott
Barry checks out the latest Cervélo S5
Cervélo's S5 Disc ridden and reviewed. Barry takes Cervélo's latest disc-equipped aero road bike for a thorough workout.
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First Look: Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD World Cup
Barry's got a brand new bike - and it's another stunner. High-end hardtail heaven, let's take a look...
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Bespoke tested the new Roubaix... in Roubaix
Where better to test the new Specialized Roubaix than on the legendary pavé of Paris-Roubaix itself. Barry has been taking a first-hand look...
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Build your dream bike online in our new interactive Bike Builder
Our new online Bike Builder lets you choose a frameset, colour options, components and see them previewed in real time. Mix and match to your heart's content!
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Silca SuperPista Ultimate Hiro Edition Floor Pump Review
Any decent pump will put air in your tyres, but how many of them also put a smile on your face? Barry sings the praises of his SuperPista Ultimate.
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Going Downhill Fast
Barry is back on a mountain bike, so naturally he's plunged head first into a race... Can a rusty racer still compete? Does it even matter when it's this much fun?
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Exploring the Sierra Nevada
Barry is currently doing a bit of "research" in Granada, ahead of our Bespoke Travel trip next year. Tough job, eh? Check out this stunning scenery.
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Haute Route Stelvio Recap
The 2018 Haute Route Stelvio packed a lot of altitude into just three days; iconic climbs, legendary mountains, Pro-level support. Read our event recap...
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Solitude - Summer cycle clothing from Pas Normal Studios
Barry previews the Solitude collection from Pas Normal, a warmer weather take on their classic race-fit clothing. With mesh panels and the same snug-yet-comfy fit as the...
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Disc Brakes - the lightbulb moment
Disc brakes on road bikes. Whatever you think of them, they're here to stay. Barry is a recent convert to the benefits of discs - take a journey into disc world with us...
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S-Works Tarmac SL6 Disc in the Pyrenees
When Specialized launched the SL6 Tarmac we thought it was hard to beat. Now there's a disc brake version to tempt us - Barry gives the discs a workout in the Pyrenees...
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Preparing (or not!) for the 2018 Haute Route Stelvio
Barry takes a look at what he's letting himself in for on the 2018 Haute Route Stelvio. A monster 3-day event packed with epic climbs on some of the world's most spectacular...
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