Simon von Bromley
Senior technical writer
Simon von Bromley is a senior technical writer for BikeRadar, and a regular contributor on BikeRadar’s podcast and YouTube channel.
Simon joined BikeRadar in 2020, but has been riding bikes all his life, and racing road and time trial bikes for more than a decade. He’s also developed a keen interest in gravel bikes and riding off-road in recent years.
As well as covering news and trending topics in road and gravel cycling, Simon writes in-depth reviews and features on power meters, smart trainers, aero tech, and nerdy topics such as chain lubricants, tyres and pro-bike tech from races such as the Tour de France.
He has a keen interest in any tech that can help him (or you) ride faster and is obsessed with the tiniest details.
Before joining BikeRadar, Simon worked on the picture desk at BBC Studios and as a freelance writer and photographer. He has had work published on Cyclingnews.com and in Cycling Plus magazine.
- Height: 183cm
- Bike size: 56cm / Medium-Large
Recent articles by Simon von Bromley
I tested the fastest gravel tyres you can buy – this is why rolling resistance isn't everything
Don't shop for gravel tyres in the same way you do road tyres
Best free indoor cycling apps: 7 free alternatives to Zwift
Want to get training without paying? Here’s our guide to the best free indoor training apps to support your riding
Don't waste your money – these £500 smart trainers are good enough for 99% of riders
The JetBlack Victory, Wahoo Kickr Core 2 and Elite Rivo go head-to-head
Review | The Elite Rivo is a wonderfully compact smart trainer but it lags behind the competition in key areas
Can Elite's compact mid-range smart trainer keep pace with the competition?
6 tips to get the most out of your smart trainer
Our top hints and tricks to make life with your smart trainer easier
Revealed: the most successful bikes in the 2025 men's WorldTour – and the least
What were the best and worst bikes in the WorldTour this season?
How to optimise tyre pressure for speed, comfort, grip and puncture protection
Finding the right tyre pressure for your road bike can increase your speed, comfort, grip and puncture resistance
Simon von Bromley | I’ve tested 20 smart trainers and these are the three I’d buy for Zwift
Simon’s pick of the best smart trainers for every budget
Campagnolo launches 1x13-speed gravel groupset and hints something "more affordable" is on the way
The long-awaited electronic successor to Ekar is here.
Best indoor cycling apps 2025: which training app should you use?
We compare the best indoor cycling apps, plus the gear you need to start riding indoors
10 training accessories to get the most out of riding indoors
You’ve got the bike and trainer, here’s everything else you need
Everything you need to know about Rouvy, the augmented reality indoor cycling app
As indoor cycling booms, Rouvy blends real-world routes, training plans and a string of major acquisitions to challenge Zwift’s dominance.
Best smart trainers 2025: 8 top-rated turbo trainers for every budget
Our pick of the best smart trainers to get you spinning indoors this winter
Garmin’s new power meter pedals tick all the right boxes, but can they justify their premium price?
We’ve got Garmin’s new Rally RK210 and XC210 pedals in to test
Review | Wahoo Kickr Core 2 is a modest upgrade but still offers excellent bang for your buck
Wahoo’s mid-range smart trainer refines a well-proven formula
Campagnolo's €990 Ultra component package cuts 81g from its Super Record 13 groupset
Upgraded parts are designed for "ultra-demanding cyclists"
2025 UCI Gravel World Championships tech gallery: an unreleased Merida, Vos' mullet setup, Pidcock's Pinarello and more
A closer look at what the top riders were using
This new Van Rysel smart trainer gets the one brilliant feature every trainer should have
French brand launches two new keenly priced smart trainers
Part 3 | Pro riders want hookless rims banned – do they have a future in road cycling?
The final part of our hookless analysis looks at what the future holds for the technology
Top 5 ways to go faster for free
Take these easy routes to getting quicker on your bike
Is this polished-silver CUES groupset a sign Shimano is finally listening to riders?
Japanese giant celebrates its metalworking heritage
Simon says | The UCI has just clarified its new helmet regulations – but it's left me with more questions than answers
New regulations suffer from a lack of detail and rushed implementation
Review | Favero's Assioma PRO RS power meter pedals are the best you can buy for road bikes
Italian power meter pedals offering near-flawless performance
Review | Lazer's Victor KinetiCore helmet brings tangible performance gains but not without compromise
Is a full TT lid too much for road riding?