Will Soffe
Workshop manager
Will Soffe is the workshop manager for MBUK, BikeRadar, and Cycling Plus. He’s also a talented rider and presenter when he’s not on the spanners. First employed by a bike shop at 15, Will has worked for BikePark Wales, Atherton Racing, British Cycling and RideFoxUK. Will is a keen racer, having attempted to qualify at Mont Sainte Anne World Cup in 2014, winning the Southern Downhill Championship three times and even standing on a national 4X podium. He’s also raced cyclo-cross, enduro and cross-country, and competed in freestyle BMX and trials competitions, He’s also worked as a presenter on our YouTube channel and commentated alongside Rob Warner at BikePark Wales’ Weekender festival, and across the UK for Gravity Events. A qualified MTB and BMX coach, Will is passionate about supporting the next generation of riders and is all about maximising your time on the bike.
Recent articles by Will Soffe
I’m a pro bike mechanic and these 5 common maintenance mistakes can wreck your bike
From contaminated rotors to dirty chains, these are the easiest things your should avoid doing when working on your bike in order to have a better time when out riding.
Your tech questions answered | Why aren't gearboxes for bikes more popular?
Gearboxes are available for a variety of bikes, including eMTBs, but why are they far less widespread than the ubiquitous cassette and derailleur?
SRAM Eagle Transmission explained – everything you need to know about the T-Type MTB drivetrain family
SRAM Eagle Transmission comes in a range of electronic and mechanical variants – our essential guide breaks down all the options
Whyte releases carbon eMTB with Avinox M2S motor – plus two budget-friendly aluminium MTBs
Aluminium trail bike, big-hitting aluminium enduro bike and carbon 29er eMTB unveiled
After going into administration, YT returns with flagship Decoy eMTB range featuring powerful Avinox M2S motor
YT launches Decoy X Core 1 with 150Nm torque and 1,300W power from Avinox motor
Four influential MTB suspension designs named after the pioneers who created them
These iconic rear-suspension systems span the history of mountain biking and played a part in the sport’s development
How did Shimano get its name? The story behind 13 MTB brands named after riders and founders
From industrial revolution inventors to riders-turned-entrepreneurs, these are the best-known companies in MTB named after the person responsible.
2009 vs 2026 Santa Cruz Tallboy – the 29er trail bike that changed people's minds about bigger wheels
Since it first appeared in 2009, the Santa Cruz Tallboy has been through many iterations. As the newest version arrives, we plot the evolution of the “downhiller’s XC bike”
Do you know your 'schralp' from your 'shred'? The bizarre world of MTB jargon demystified
Mountain biking jargon can feel impenetrable to the outsider – here, we demystify the essential words and phrases every rider should know
Charlie Aldridge's South Korea World Cup bike swaps electronic and mechanical tech as he targets victory
Aldridge's Cannondale Scalpel features Fox Live Valve suspension, a Lefty single-sided fork, four-piston XTR brakes and a mechanical dropper post
Bosch motor users can now get 120Nm torque to compete with Avinox thanks to free update
Performance Update 2.0 sees CX and CX-R motors get massive 41% torque increase
6 most important MTB tech developments of 2026 – and a hint of what's to come
We round up the mountain bike tech highlights of the year to date
The cynics were right – 32in wheels require a new axle standard, says wheel brand
The structural demands of MTBs latest wheelsize trend means that an older, revamped hub standard just became relevant again says new research
Neko Mulally won Sea Otter Classic DH using a 32in mullet bike – is any part of MTB safe from the controversial wheel size?
Could a race-proven mega-mullet setup combine the best parts of 29er and 32in wheel sizes to create the ultimate trail-slaying mountain bike?
SRAM kills off nine drivetrains with new S-Series components
SRAM's S100, S200 and S500 Eagle 12-speed groupsets replace its budget drivetrains by combining existing features with new parts such as the UDH Half Mount.
Arc'teryx enters MTB world with ridiculously expensive waterproof kit – and it's probably sold out already
Boutique outdoor brand unveils limited run of technical ‘Rhoam’ MTB hybrid waterproofs
Polygon's new trail bike looks like one of the bargains of the year – big brands should pay attention
The new Colossus T5 Aluminium is priced under $2,400 and has many of the features of the carbon version
Mondraker's new eMTB has latest Avinox M2S motor and a dream build – for less money than you'd think
The Zendit uses new Avinox M2S motor in carbon frame with adjustable geometry
New Cannondale Bad Habit is the enduro bike I've been asking for
The carbon-frame Bad Habit prioritises fun
Singlespeed UDH? Surly’s new weird dropout is a genius world-first
Surly’s new Sorceress steel hardtail MTB is both singlespeed and UDH-compatible thanks to the patented DUH dropout system for Boost wheels
5 downhill tech trends from Not A Race – from lead weights and huge rotors to smart sensors
What we learned ahead of the 2026 downhill season at the Not A Race timed testing event
Unreleased Öhlins shock spotted on prototype Specialized Demo DH bike with hidden drivetrain and Brembo brakes
Jordan Williams' pre-production Demo is the fastest bike at Not A Race
Atherton's £845 3D-printed titanium cranks are tough enough for downhill with a lifetime warranty
New GR cranks are available in 11 lengths for downhill and trail riding
MTB legend calls for clearer ebike regulation – but would your bike be banned from the trails?
Hans Rey's open letter to the bike industry makes case for 750W limit
