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 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
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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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
By Stefan Abram Published
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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?
By Stefan Abram Published
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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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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
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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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
By Stefan Abram Published
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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
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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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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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
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Cervélo S5 SRAM Force review - Cycling Weekly’s Race Bike of the Year
A drill-down into the winner of our Race Bike of the Year awards 2023
By Stefan Abram Published
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Garmin Edge 1040 Solar vs Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar - can a smartwatch trump a bike computer for cyclists?
We put Garmin’s most expensive solar bike computer against its cheapest solar smartwatch - how do the two compare?
By Stefan Abram Published
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Pirelli issues recall of flagship P Zero Race TLR tires in 28mm width
A voluntary recall has been issued as now it transpires there are "certain problems of compatibility of the tire with some wheel rims"
By Stefan Abram Published
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Hunt unveils limited edition wheelset for Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift
The one-off run of wheelsets will feature the names of the start and finish locations along this year's route
By Stefan Abram Published
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Best handlebar bags 2024
The best handlebar bags will let you carry a good proportion of your bikepacking gear or just your extras for a day ride
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Inside Hunt Bike Wheels HQ: 3D scanners, printers and the never-ending search for speed
Hunt shows off the latest toys helping to steal a march on its competitors
By Stefan Abram Published
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Is it time to reopen the tubes vs tubeless debate for gravel riding? We put the two head-to-head on the Trans-Cambrian Way
Could Schwalbe’s rugged Overland tires breathe some life back into tubes? We pitted them against the Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H tubeless tires on Welsh gravel
By Stefan Abram Published
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Is it really worth getting a power meter for gravel riding?
We take you through the pros, cons and price-points of off-road power meters
By Stefan Abram Published
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We tested 9 off-road machines to crown our gravel bike of the year
Giant, Canyon, Trek, BMC, Scott, Specialized and more go head-to-head on the trails
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Best electric folding bikes 2024
Here's our pick of the best electric folding bikes, whether you’re commuting or just trying to save space
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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We tested 9 superbikes to crown our race bike of the year
Cannondale, Canyon, Cervélo, Giant, Scott, Trek (and more!) battle it out
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Best budget electric bikes 2024
Although previously quite expensive, the best budget electric bikes are now more affordable than ever. We round up some of the best on the market
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Best bikes for bikepacking: A buyer's guide
Looking for a bike that’s lightweight, fits wide tyres and has more mounting points than you currently have bags? Here are the best bikes for bikepacking.
By Stefan Abram Last updated