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Alex Paton

Impressive sprinter - quite possibly the fastest member of the GCN team

Alex has raced since he was eleven years old and has represented Great Britain in cyclocross championships on several occasions. He’s most proud of winning the red sprints jersey at the Tour of Britain in 2018 and since retiring from the pro ranks back in 2020 he’s now turned his passion to all things tech and loves the mechanics and tiny detail of how things work. He still can’t fathom the inner workings of Ollie’s mind though.

In his own words Alex likes to think he’s cool - but admits he’s actually more of a nerd at heart with a passion for RC cars, having the aircon set to exactly 20 degrees and keeping all of his snacks to himself. Go on Alex, give us a bite of your Peperami.

Latest articles from Alex

Link to Are you using the wrong tyres? Comparing summer, winter, and all-season rubber
Are you using the wrong tyres?

Are you using the wrong tyres? Comparing summer, winter, and all-season rubber

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Link to Should you change crank length? Top tips from bike-fitting expert Jake Yarranton
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Should you change crank length? Top tips from bike-fitting expert Jake Yarranton

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Link to GCN Tech Show: Is the cost of cycling killing the sport?
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GCN Tech Show: Is the cost of cycling killing the sport?

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Link to GCN Tech Clinic: Swapping stems, turbo troubleshooting and numb feet
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GCN Tech Clinic: Swapping stems, turbo troubleshooting and numb feet

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More articles from Alex

Link to Permanent vs temporary indoor cycling set-up: Which pain cave is best?
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Permanent vs temporary indoor cycling set-up: Which pain cave is best?

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Link to How to change the gearing on your bike
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How to change the gearing on your bike

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Link to Does cycling have an issue with counterfeit goods?
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Does cycling have an issue with counterfeit goods?

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Link to How to pick the right chain lube: Expert tips from Silca’s Josh Poertner
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How to pick the right chain lube: Expert tips from Silca’s Josh Poertner

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Link to GCN Tech Show: Do you really need a winter bike?
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GCN Tech Show: Do you really need a winter bike?

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Link to How to shorten Shimano hydraulic disc brake hoses
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How to shorten Shimano hydraulic disc brake hoses

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Link to GCN Tech Clinic: Quiet hubs, bike storage and road pedals
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GCN Tech Clinic: Quiet hubs, bike storage and road pedals

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Link to What are hookless rims and should we all be using them?
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What are hookless rims and should we all be using them?

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Link to GCN Tech Show: What is the perfect bike?
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GCN Tech Show: What is the perfect bike?

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Link to How to swap a freehub and cassette on a turbo trainer
How To Swap A Turbo Trainer Freehub & Cassette

How to swap a freehub and cassette on a turbo trainer

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Link to The ultimate pain cave: How to set up your training space for the best indoor cycling experience
Getting your indoor setup dialled can elevate the experience, taking it to the next level

The ultimate pain cave: How to set up your training space for the best indoor cycling experience

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Link to GCN Tech Clinic: Power meters, tubeless sealant and carbon bike lifespan
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GCN Tech Clinic: Power meters, tubeless sealant and carbon bike lifespan

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Link to How to fit clip-on mudguards to almost any bike
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How to fit clip-on mudguards to almost any bike

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Link to How to replace your rear derailleur
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How to replace your rear derailleur

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Link to The true cost of cycling: What gear should you buy to get started?
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The true cost of cycling: What gear should you buy to get started?

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Link to How to fit mudguards to a bike
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How to fit mudguards to a bike

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Link to GCN Tech Show: Silca CEO reveals bike industry secrets
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GCN Tech Show: Silca CEO reveals bike industry secrets

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Link to GCN Tech Clinic: Stem bolts, nitrogen tyres and changing cleats
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GCN Tech Clinic: Stem bolts, nitrogen tyres and changing cleats

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