Stefan Abram
After winning the 2019 National Single-Speed Cross-Country Mountain Biking Championships and claiming the plushie unicorn (true story), Stefan swapped the flat-bars for drop-bars and has never looked back.
Since then, he’s earnt his 2ⁿᵈ cat racing licence in his first season racing as a third, completed the South Downs Double in under 20 hours and Everested in under 12.
But his favourite rides are multiday bikepacking trips, with all the huge amount of cycling tech and long days spent exploring new roads and trails - as well as histories and cultures. Most recently, he’s spent two weeks riding from Budapest into the mountains of Slovakia.
Height: 177cm
Weight: 67–69kg
Latest articles by Stefan Abram
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Best gravel bikes 2024: our pick of the top models
Our pick of the best gravel bikes includes value choices as well as outstanding bikes from our gravel bike of the year face-off
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Best smart indoor trainers 2024: Top-end and entry-level models reviewed and rated
If you're after a smart turbo trainer, or just a basic one, here's our guide to every type of turbo on the market
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UCI Gravel Champs winning bike now launched: Canyon unveils the new Grail
Integration and aerodynamics have been the focus
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Here's where the best deals on power meters actually are this Prime Day 2023
In the USA, Amazon's power meter deals are actually surprisingly strong. In the UK, there are other retailers to use
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Amazon Prime Day vs Walmart Holiday Kickoff - which has the best deals on Garmin, Apple right now?
The two retail giants are going head-to-head with pre-Black Friday sales - but which is offering the biggest discounts?
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Handpicked cycling deals from Amazon Prime Day 2023 - discounts on Garmin, Castelli and more
If you're feeling a strong sense of déjà vu, you're not far wrong - Amazon is hosting its second Prime Day of the year and we're here hunting out the best deals on cycling kit
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Best winter tires for road cycling 2024
The best winter tires for our road bikes are an essential purchase. Here are our picks that find a robust compromise between rolling resistance, weight, and puncture protection
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New Specialized Creo launched: gravel capability as the brand rejects the electric road bike market
With huge updates to both the geo and the hardware, we take you through the details of Specialized's Creo revamp
By Stefan Abram Published
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All the essentials to get started commuting by bike (on a budget – or not)
Here is everything you need to buy for cycling to work – and how not to break the bank by doing so
By Stefan Abram Published
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Electric bike maintenance – 6 basic tips to keep your e-bike running smoothly, from an electric bike shop owner
Want to get the most out of your electric bike? Here’s our guide on how to keep e-bikes well maintained and perfectly functioning
By Stefan Abram Published
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Best hybrid bikes 2024 for leisure and commuting: top rated models
How to find the best hybrid bike that suits both your riding and your budget
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New Specialized Roubaix: Does the launch of a gravel-ready bike leave the endurance bike category behind?
We put the updated endurance model to the test on a little over 110 km's of Portugal's varying terrain
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Best cycling shorts for men 2024: bike bib shorts for comfortable riding
A pair of the best cycling shorts will make your riding much more comfortable
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Is the bike industry phasing out mechanical shifting, and does it matter?
Mechanical shifting seems to be going the way of the rim brake - but would that be a loss?
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Labor Day cycling deals not to be missed - our top picks from Tacx, Vittoria, Velocio + more
We've rounded up the best cycling deals ahead of the Labor Day long weekend - there are strong savings on selected ranges
By Stefan Abram Published
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Best cycling socks 2024: Funky and functional top performers
From high performance lightweight socks to three-season winter warmers, here are our favorite models - rated and reviewed
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Bikepacking essentials: our guide to everything you’ll need and why
Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or just getting started, here’s our guide to the key kit to take - plus a few tips on optional extras
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Five cost-effective upgrades to make a second-hand bike feel like new again
We run you through the most cost-effective ways to get a 'brand new' feeling from a second hand bike
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Tech Question: Where do things now stand on press-fit bottom brackets? Good or bad?
Few innovations have garnered as much animosity as press-fit bottom brackets - but the tech now has some strong proponents
By Stefan Abram Published
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Best men's gravel bike clothing 2024: baggy and form-fitting kit for cycling off road
The gravel kit division is continuing to deepen - here’s our top picks for men of the best on both sides of the aisle: both baggies and lycra
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Boutique American bike brand announces closure
All-City Cycles' had a reputation for beautiful builds which looked almost bespoke - from beautiful fades to custom dropouts and intricately detailed lugs
By Stefan Abram Published
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Tech Question: Is a proper clean the only disc brake upgrade you need?
Bike mechanic and owner of Surrey Hills Cycleworks, Dave Farmer, shares his tips on how to improve braking performance
By Stefan Abram Published
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Best clipless pedals 2024: systems explained and the best models reviewed
The best clipless pedals are essential for road and gravel riding; here we look at some of the pedal systems available for cyclists
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Is the price of the new Specialized Tarmac SL8 more polarising than the 'Speed Sniffer'?
Early leaks suggested the Speed Sniffer was the big story, but our audience was more incensed by the price
By Stefan Abram Published