Hi, I am Chris Sidwells. A freelance journalist and author with over two decades experience working in cycling, and a lifetime involvement with the sport.
I am also the nephew of the great Tom Simpson - World Road Race Champion, Tour of Flanders winner, BBC Sports Personality of the Year, and one of Britain’s greatest ever cyclists.
I’ve written thousands of articles for newspapers, magazines and websites all over the world, as well as 27 books on every aspect of cycling. I’m now applying all that wealth of experience, knowledge and massive array of contacts to Cycling Legends Media, a brand dedicated to telling the story behind the stories of this multi-faceted and endlessly fascinating sport.
My mission is to tell the untold stories and reveal the unseen pictures of cycling’s past and present.
Alongside my writing, I commentate on races, host talks and events across the UK (including the Tom Simpson Cycling Festival), and co-host the Cycling Legends Podcast. I also feature as a guest on other podcasts - most recently on Sir Bradley Wiggins’ Café Aficionado.
Cycling Legends Collection
Cycling Legends 01: Tom Simpson
Cycling Legends 02: TI-Raleigh
Cycling Legends 03: Jacques Anquetil
Cycling Legends 04: Flandriens
Other books by Chris Sidwells
Great British Cycling Legends
A Race for Madmen
The Cycling Bible
Talks
Interested in your venue or cycling club hosting a talk?
I’ve got a whole host of stories to share, plus exclusive interviews and rarely seen photos that bring cycling’s rich history to life.
Previously I have delivered talks on Tom Simpson, TI-Raleigh, Jacques Anquetil and Flandriens.
If you’re interested in one of these topics – or anything in cycling history – then get in touch to discuss. Talks can be tailored to suit your audience.
Giant Paddock Wood, Tonbridge
Alf Jones Cycles, Wrexham
Cotswold Cycles, Moreton-in-Marsh
Podcasts
I have my own podcast called Cycling Legends Podcast, with regular co-hosts David Stanley and Gary Fairley. Join us for regular features, interviews, lively discussions and all the latest in pro cycling. Guests have included Sir Chris Hoy, Reg Harris, Shelley Verses, Andy Hampsten and many more.
You can listen on all major podcast platforms – just search Cycling Legends Podcast or click here to find out more.
You can listen to me most recently on Sir Bradley Wiggins’ Café Aficionado here and The Cyclist Magazine Podcast here. If you would like me to feature on your podcast - get in touch on team@cyclinglegends.co.uk.
