Bespoke Blog
Posts by Barry Scott
Trek Émonda SL6 Pro Ridden and Reviewed
Trek's new Émonda brings aero advantages to their lightweight bike range. Barry has been testing the SL 6 Pro, shaping up to be one of the best value, most capable bikes of...
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S-Works 3D-printed Saddle Ridden and Reviewed
Barry takes a hands on (and bottom on) look at the recently launched S-Works Power with Mirror - a 3D printed saddle aimed at giving the ultimate in comfort and support.
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Tyres: Clincher vs Tubeless
Tubeless vs Clincher. For the road cyclist there's never been so much choice, but now we're seeing manufacturers moving away from "either/or" wheelsets and designing for a...
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S-Works Venge Ridden and Reviewed
Bespoke founder Barry has been spending some time with the S-Works Venge. Can it replace the Tarmac in his affections? Read his hands-on review...
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Parlee RZ7 - First Impressions
The RZ7 aero road bike aims to blend Parlee's traditional smooth handling and ride with real aero benefits. How does it do? Barry takes a look...
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Endurance bikes - In it for the long haul?
Barry's been giving some thought to the world of Endurance bikes... is he getting old or are they getting better? Join him for a closer look...
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Wilier 0 SLR First Look
Barry has been spending time with Wilier's flagship, the ultralight Zero SLR, which blends carbon tech with Italian style. Here's what he found...
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Windy - a weather app that works well for cyclists
Cyclists always have one eye on the weather, especially at this time of year. Windy is a website and app that shows clear, detailed and accurate weather info.
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S-Works Roubaix Ridden and Reviewed
If you're doing an Ultracycling event an "endurance" bike can make the difference between (degrees of) pain and pleasure. Barry tested the S-Works Roubaix on the 1100km Two...
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Pushing yourself to the limit on an 1100km ultracycling event
Barry has been bitten by the Ultracycling bug, and his latest challenge was the biggest yet - the truly epic Two Volcano Sprint. Join him as he digs deep...
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eTap AXS - One Month In
One month into testing SRAM's latest 12-speed eTap AXS, Barry takes stock of how it compares to his favourite Dura-Ace groupset.
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Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM vs Garmin Edge 530/830
GPS computers are more advanced, more versatile - and more confusing - than ever before. We take a quick look at a couple of the leading contenders.
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