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
New Orbea Rallon has already won a World Cup DH race and can double as an enduro bike
Tahneé Seagrave piloted the Rallon to victory
Electric bikes are more powerful than ever – do we need to put the brakes on?
The latest crop of ebikes are the most powerful yet, but could they be harming the reputation of mountain biking?
Review | The Smart Lever is an innovative solution, but it's unlikely to consign tyre levers to history
This well-designed tool could change how you think about tyre levers, but is it overkill?
Is this £150 smartwatch the only ride recorder cyclists need?
Huawei takes aim at Garmin with new Fit 4 and Fit 4 Pro smartwatches, offering increased functionality and ultra-thin shape
Your new bike needs this tool – but it doesn't come cheap
Banish squeaking brakes and add a beyond-factory finish to your frames and forks with the Park Tool DT-5.2
The complete guide to buying a used ebike
Buying a second-hand electric bike could save you a lot of money, but there are risks to be aware of. Our expert advice will help you avoid the pitfalls
Long-term review | Is the Forbidden Druid V2 the trail bike for Will?
Is this ultra-aggressive trail bike a downhiller’s dream?
This inflatable insert promises easier fitting, lower weight and better protection than foam inserts (and no, it's not an inner tube)
Could the Odyssey OPTIS insert solve the problems of the promising Schwalbe Procore?
These are the worst mountain bike upgrades we've ever bought
We share suspension fads, shin-munching pedals and pointless accessories
These brakes offer Trickstuff-style looks and performance for half the price
Plus three great products for road, gravel and eMTB
Will Soffe | I'm a bike mechanic and integrated bikes are too complicated – I'll show you why
BikeRadar's workshop manager gets to grips with headset cable routing
5 suspension setup mistakes you’re probably making (and how to avoid them)
Our tamed World Cup mechanic is here to help with his top tuning tips
How to adjust your front derailleur in five simple steps
Follow our walkthrough to keep your front derailleur operating as it should
Discipline-busting Fox Ranger MTB kit, problem-solving SKS gravel mudguards and bikepacking nirvana from Aeroe
Plus all the latest news and reviews from the week just gone
How to lubricate your bike chain in three easy steps
Take care of your chain to extend its life and keep your bike running smoothly
Six ways to improve disc-brake performance
Optimise and maintain your hydraulic disc brakes with these top tips from our resident mechanic
Greg Minnaar signature kit, cockpit components from Brett Rheeder's Title brand and a smart solution to increase your Fox fork's travel
Plus a round-up of the week's news, reviews and features
Shokz headphones, a Garmin heart-rate strap and more – my favourite Amazon Prime Big Deals Day picks
Four top cycling-related bargains for your delectation
The tech innovations that changed mountain biking – and some that didn't
We pick out the retro tech highlights from the Malverns Classic Festival
Long-term review | Will looks back on an Intense year with the Tracer
Will's time on the Tracer comes to an end
Spoke Tension | What would we change about mountain biking?
Our MTB tech gurus’ wishlist puts the mountain bike world to rights
Spoke Tension | The hottest trends defining MTB tech in 2024
BikeRadar’s tech gurus predict the future
Review | Burley D’Lite X kids' bike trailer
Does this double trailer set the standard for transporting children?
Analysis | Have we reached peak MTB geometry?
We survey the best downhill, enduro and trail bikes to see how geometry has evolved