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
“Wider tyres are not a detriment, they’re a help” – why the cycling industry is moving to wider tyres (and how wide they really measure in our workshop)
I spoke to the experts and measured the tyres on six road bikes to find out why road bike tyres are ballooning wider than they’ve ever been
“It’s not meant to be rational” – Nicolai’s R20 is an electric downhill bike with a 12spd gearbox and a monster battery
The €14,999 bike has 200mm travel, a whopping 1060Wh battery option and an inverted Manitou Dorado USD fork
This MTB tech trend is used by a world champion – is it the future of mountain bike cockpits?
Reverse-reach stems give you a revolutionary riding position – but what do they feel like to ride?
Your next ebike could have two motors, but no chain or derailleur – why eCVT gearboxes are a big deal
Could the latest crop of continuously variable transmissions be the perfect ebike drivetrain solution?
“Fast charging does not accelerate battery degradation” – 5 tips to stop you ruining your ebike battery
Electric bike batteries are expensive and need to be cared for in order to offer peak performance for as long as possible – this is how to do it
Will Soffe | I'm a pro mechanic and these are the 5 things the next generation of mountain bikes need
Current MTBs are great, but they could be better. Here’s how…
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
More travel, slimmer tubes and not just for racing – Santa Cruz releases new Blur XC bike
The Mk5 Blur gets more travel and updated downcountry geometry
From indoor cycle speedway to bike polo: 6 obscure UCI-sanctioned events to try out
We take a look at the most peculiar ways riders can earn the coveted UCI rainbow stripes
New Specialized Levo R Ultralight is the 'fastest Levo ever' – and it's cheaper than the S-Works version
The Ultralight R offers full 850W power with smaller 600Wh battery and top-spec parts
6 free pro mechanic tips to make your bike last longer
Top tips to help you get the most out of your kit for as long as possible and save some money along the way
This brake-bedding machine only does one job – but it's made my life so much easier
Sinter Brakes’ Smart Bedding Machine uses motors, sensors and a computer to take the effort and guesswork out of bedding in brakes
"Edgy, fast, rail-all-day ripper" – Canyon's latest Lux Trail drops 200g of weight yet gains more travel
Canyon claims the 2026 Lux Trail blends the XC efficiency of the Lux XC with the trail-bike aggression of the Neuron
'MTB capability with drop-bar ergonomics' – new Canyon Exceed straddles gravel and mountain biking with an eye on ultra-distance racing
Canyon’s Exceed CFR is a minimalist XC hardtail aimed at ultra-marathon racing, while the Exceed CFR Gravel adds a drop-bar variant into the mix
Nukeproof just announced a budget version of its Mega enduro bike for an unbelievably good price
Nukeproof’s new Tracker FS shares the same geometry and suspension as the latest Mega but for a fraction of the price
"It's fit and forget": Rimpact claims this MTB tech will make your gravel bike handle better
More mountain bike tech enters the world of gravel with the release of Rimpact's latest Gravel Tuned Mass Damper
Will Soffe | 5 controversial topics bike mechanics can't agree on
Bike mechanics love to offer advice, but sometimes it’s not as clear as it seems. Here are five topics which pro bike mechanics continue to argue over
MTB pioneer Charlie Cunningham passes away at age 78, leaving a powerful legacy
Charlie Cunningham was one of the godfathers of mountain biking and MTB tech
New 'stiffer, lighter, better-performing' Orbea Oiz targets World Cup wins
The refreshed Oiz XC race bike has updated geometry, with Orbea claiming it's faster on the race track
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?
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
