Author Paul Norman
Paul Norman

Paul Norman

Paul has been writing about bike tech and reviewing all things cycling for almost a decade. He had a five-year stint at Cycling Weekly and has also written for titles including CyclingNews, Cyclist and BikePerfect, as well as being a regular contributor to BikeRadar. Tech-wise, he’s covered everything from rim width to the latest cycling computers. He reviewed some of the first electric bikes for Cycling Weekly and has covered their development into the sophisticated machines they are today, on the way becoming an expert on all things electric. Paul was into gravel before it was even invented, riding a cyclocross bike across the South Downs and along muddy paths through the Chilterns. He dabbled in cross-country mountain biking too. He’s most proud of having covered the length of the South Downs Way on a crosser and fulfilling his long-time ambition to climb Monte Grappa on a road bike

Recent articles by Paul Norman
Team Alpecin Premier tech Canyon Endurace CFR

2014 vs 2026: how the Canyon Endurace has evolved from an endurance bike to a pro-level aero bike

Back in 2014, when Canyon introduced the Endurace, 25mm tyres were considered progressive
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Genesis switches Croix de Fer from Shimano GRX to CUES in bid to “boost ride ability, durability and serviceability” 

There are also spec updates for the Tour de Fer and Vagabond
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Fuel price surge prompts 28% of drivers to cycle or walk more, according to Cycling UK survey

Cycling body calls for government support to promote journeys by bike
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Amstel Gold Race 2025

How to watch the Amstel Gold Race 2026 | Global options for live TV and streaming

Start and finish times and viewing information for this year's Amstel Gold race
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IceTrike launches chainless tricycle where “pedalling is seamlessly converted into electrical propulsion”

Recumbent tricycle turns pedal power into electricity to power your ride
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British Cycling Foundation teams up with Parkinson’s UK as research shows 2.5 hours a week of physical activity can reduce symptoms

Pilot scheme intended to provide cycling activities tailored to those with Parkinson’s
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SANREMO, ITALY - MARCH 21: Tadej Pogacar of Slovenia and UAE Team Emirates - XRG celebrates at finish line as race winner during the 117th Milano-Sanremo 2026, Men's Elite a 298km one day race from Pavia to Sanremo / #UCIWT / on March 21, 2026 in Sanremo, Italy. (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

Revealed: the American buyer who paid €95,100 for Tadej Pogačar’s jersey

Winning bid to be matched by Pogačar, with proceeds going to his foundation
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Shimano adds shorter crank and larger chainring options to its 12-speed GRX gravel groupset

New shorter cranks designed for easier long-distance pedalling and larger rings for higher-speed riding
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Paris-Roubaix 2026 is live on TV NOW | Global options for live TV and streaming

Start and finish times and viewing information for Paris-Roubaix 2026
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13/04/2025 - Paris-Roubaix - Compiègne / Roubaix (259,2 km) -

Why is Paris-Roubaix so hard?

Why the Queen of the Classics stands alone in difficulty among one-day races in the pro calendar
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Grip tape on the inside of a bottle cage – Paris-Roubaix 2024 tech

6 classic cobbles-taming Paris-Roubaix hacks that refuse to die

The bikes may change but there are some mods that crop up year after year
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ROUBAIX, FRANCE - OCTOBER 03: Nathan Van Hooydonck of Belgium and Team Jumbo - Visma leads the peloton during the 118th Paris-Roubaix 2021 - Men's Eilte a 257,7km race from Compiègne to Roubaix / #ParisRoubaix / on October 03, 2021 in Roubaix, France. (Photo by Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)

54.8km of pavé and a 47.70km/h average speed – Paris-Roubaix in numbers

The numbers behind cycling’s most iconic one-day race
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Peter Sagan's 2018 Paris-Roubaix Specialized S-Works Roubaix

Why did some riders prefer mechanical groupsets for Paris-Roubaix?

Why choose cables over top-tier electronic shifting?
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Mads Pedersen's 2024 Paris-Roubaix Trek Madone SLR

Why do riders choose 1x groupsets for Paris-Roubaix?

Why are many riders happy to do without a second chainring?
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Hunt says new 5AM Limitless Ti_UD Carbon Spoke aero wheels are the fastest it has ever tested

New wheelset has deep/wide front, narrower/shallower rear profiles and a 1,212g claimed weight
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Van Rysel has developed an airbag skinsuit for its sponsored pro teams

Airbag deploys in 60 milliseconds to protect rider’s upper body and neck in a crash 
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Cycling: 107E Paris - Roubaix Arrival, Tom Boonen (Bel), Filippo Pozzato (Ita), Celebration Joie Vreugde, Compiegne - Roubaix ( 259 Km) /Parijs, (C) Tim De Waele (Photo by Tim De Waele/Getty Images)

When was Paris-Roubaix last won on alloy wheels – and why did pro riders use them for so long?

Were carbon wheels not tough enough for the Paris-Roubaix cobbles? 
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$1,350, titanium, and made in the USA — two historic American brands collaborate on the ultimate bling bike upgrade

Moots and White Industries work with Brunk to design 420g crankset designed and manufactured in US for MTB and gravel riding
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Swiss Side's new Performance Platform helps you optimise your pacing and equipment for TTs, triathlons and more

User-friendly tool uses Formula 1 methods and is based on pro team and wind-tunnel input
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Taco van der Hoorn Paris Roubaix bike 2025

How do riders modify bikes for Paris-Roubaix?

Cobble-conquering hacks for the Hell of the North
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ROUBAIX, FRANCE - OCTOBER 03: Sonny Colbrelli of Italy and Team Bahrain Victorious covered in mud competes in the breakaway during the 118th Paris-Roubaix 2021 - Men's Eilte a 257,7km race from Compiègne to Roubaix / #ParisRoubaix / on October 03, 2021 in Roubaix, France. (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

These are most successful Paris-Roubaix riders of all time

The icons who have shaped the Queen of the Classics
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Alpecin-Deceuninck's Dutch rider Mathieu van der Poel (R) cycles past the Pont Gibus in a cobblestone sector during the 122nd edition of the Paris-Roubaix one-day classic cycling race, 259,2 km between Compiegne and Roubaix, northern France on April 13, 2025. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD / AFP via Getty Images)

Why is Paris-Roubaix raced on cobbles?

Why pummel yourself over 50-plus kilometres of roads never meant for cycle racing?
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Israel Premier-Tech using Factor Ostro Gravel on recon of Paris-Roubaix's Arenberg sector

Why don't they race Paris-Roubaix on gravel bikes?

In this series, we answer all your questions about pro cycling's toughest race
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From the archives | How Paris-Roubaix bikes have evolved

8 Paris-Roubaix bikes that were ahead of their time 

Key bikes that chart the evolution of tech for the cobbles
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