Author Stan Portus
Stan Portus

Stan Portus

Content editor

Stan is BikeRadar’s content editor. Stan works on everything from content strategy and breaking news to evergreen updates and long-form features. Stan started working in the bike industry in 2018, writing content for some of the sport's biggest brands, before moving to BikeRadar in 2020. With a degree in design history and a master's in writing, he has worked as a freelance writer and journalist for the past nine years, writing reviews, essays and interviews for many art, design and literature publications, as well as appearing on radio. A road cyclist at heart, Stan has undertaken foolhardy pursuits such as 300km overnight audaxes, and you’ll likely find him cycling through Essex from his home in East London.

Recent articles by Stan Portus

Best road bike pedals 2024 | Top-rated clipless pedals for your bike

The best road pedals for all budgets, from Shimano, Look, Speedplay, Time and more
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Reap reveals its first gravel bike – and it didn’t even exist 7 weeks ago

The prototype represents what Reap sees as the future of gravel bikes
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Santini's PFAS-free Magic waterproof, a jacket inspired by polar bears, Rapha's 20th-anniversary book and Chrome's Warsaw backpack

Plus the latest news and reviews from BikeRadar
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Best cycling watch in 2024 | What is the best smartwatch for cycling?

Everything you need to know about these wearable devices
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Best road bikes 2024 | Our pick of the best endurance, race, women’s and entry-level road bikes

Plus our buyer’s guide to help you find your ideal bike
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Best gravel bike shoes 2024 | Gravel-friendly footwear for adventure riding

17 top-rated gravel bike, cyclocross and mountain bike shoes
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19 of the best bib shorts tested by BikeRadar

We've tested 19 bib shorts to keep you pedalling in style and comfort this summer
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Cycling industry is improving on sustainability but there's still a lot to do, says new report

Shift Cycling Culture's Climate Action Pulse Check reveals industry professionals feel more optimistic about cycling's commitment to climate action than consumers
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Chrome’s upgraded Citizen Messenger bag brings new strap and pockets to 'indestructible' design

A new shoulder strap and interior promise enhanced comfort and practicality
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Black Friday Garmin deals | Save up to 33% on Garmin computers, smartwatches and lights

Cyber Monday is here! Navigate to deals central with these Garmin price cuts
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Rouvy wants you to make friends and put on the brakes with bumper autumn updates

The indoor cycling platform is releasing a host of new features to enhance your virtual cycling experience
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Thousands of people came to ride with me: Lael Wilcox on being the fastest woman to cycle around the world and the tech she used for the challenge

Soon after completing her Around The World record, Lael Wilcox spoke to Liam and Felix about component choices, getting enough sleep and how people came to join her
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The world's first FSC-certified bike tyre, a gravel suspension seatpost and stem, plus Smith's Triad helmet and bike lock mount

And your summary of the week on BikeRadar
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Brompton’s new G Line is its first off-road bike – but don't call it a gravel bike

'World's most versatile bike' sports 20in wheels and disc brakes
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Lael Wilcox breaks the Around The World Record and Lachlan Morton's Down Under FKT

Is ultra-distance cycling having a resurgence?
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Is this the year of bike computer challenger brands? Swiss startup Jespr releases first model with ‘always on’ internet

The Jespr is one of three bike computers from small brands set to launch this September
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Best bike tool kits | Top choices for the home mechanic

Just the job for car park maintenance and garage tinkering
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It’s Cycle to Work Day, but 49% of Brits can’t afford a new bike

New research reveals barriers to cycling include rising bike costs and people "not fitting the bill"
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27 of the best trail bikes tested by BikeRadar

The top trail bikes as rated by our expert reviewers, plus our buyer's guide for everything you need to know
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Wout van Aert testing TT bike with two disc wheels for Paris 2024 Olympics time trial

Will the Belgian use two disc wheels for the time trial this Saturday?
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Bike computer vs smartphone vs smartwatch | Which is best for cycling?

Do you actually need a bike computer when smartwatches and phones do so much?
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Best cycling apps 2024 | 19 of the best iPhone and Android apps to download

Our top pick of bike apps for your mobile device
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The new Coros Dura bike computer, Schwalbe Clik Valve, Wahoo TRACKR heart-rate monitor and Michelin Lithion 4 tyre

Plus, this week's news and reviews from BikeRadar
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Wahoo’s Kickr Core and Kickr Headwind are now bargains on Amazon Prime

You can save up to 26 per cent on Wahoo products this Amazon Prime Day
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