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Paddy Maddison

Paddy Maddison is a freelance lifestyle writer with a decade's experience covering topics around fitness, outdoor pursuits, men’s style and consumer goods. He has been a freelance gear tester for The Independent for the last five years, where he has reviewed everything from high-performance road bikes to running shoes. He’s also a regular contributor to a number of specialist magazines where he writes monthly features on trends in fitness, tech and fashion. His work has appeared in publications including Esquire, Men’s Health, GQ, Cyclist, Stuff magazine and Oracle Time.

Best MTB saddles: Give your backside the TLC it deserves Don’t let an uncomfortable seat spoil your fun. We’ve found the best MTB saddles to cosset your behind in comfort

Paddy Maddison 23 May 2023
The best MTB pedals in 2023 Ride more confidently with our favourite mountain bike pedals for flat pedal fans and clipless converts alike

Paddy Maddison 3 May 2023
The best endurance road bikes in 2023 Extend your two-wheeled adventures with our pick of the best endurance road bikes that balance speed and comfort without sacrifice

Paddy Maddison 13 March 2023
Best MTB knee pads 2023: Protect your kneecaps Our favourite MTB knee pads balance comfort and protection for when you hit the trails a bit too hard

Paddy Maddison 13 March 2023
Best tracksuit for men to buy in 2023 Keep it casual with our handpicked selection of the best top-and-bottom tracksuit sets

Paddy Maddison 17 February 2023
The best flat MTB pedals in 2023 Improve grip and handling out on the trails with our pick of the most bombproof flat MTB pedals, from £35

Paddy Maddison 24 January 2023
The best MTB gloves you can buy in 2023 Be one with your handlebar with our pick of the finest summer and winter MTB gloves

Paddy Maddison 18 January 2023
The best men’s jeans to buy in 2022 Elevate your everyday looks with our pick of the best jeans from the most reputable and respected brands

Paddy Maddison 20 December 2022
The best MTB shoes you can buy in 2022 Take your trail-riding to the next level with our pick of the best flat and clipless MTB shoes money can buy

Paddy Maddison 6 December 2022
The best cyclocross bikes to buy for your budget and style How to pick the right cyclocross bike for your budget and style of riding – our pick of the best for racing, commuting and touring

Edward Munn 30 August 2022
Best MTB tyres 2022: all-round trail, XC and enduro rubber A bike’s only as good as the rubber you put on it. Improve grip and handling with our pick of the best MTB tyres

Paddy Maddison 22 August 2022