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
3 top deals from Lidl’s cycling sale, including a budget torque wrench
There are some cycling bargains to be had at Lidl
Analysis | ‘We hoped they wouldn’t be as good’: what the bike industry really thinks about 32in wheels
32in bikes are increasing in popularity, but some say they won't deliver what the cycling industry needs
Cannondale leaves UK distributor in "mutual" agreement, returning to direct-to-dealer model
Cannondale is the second high-profile brand to leave Saddleback this year
HBO Max arrives in the UK next week, and there are new ‘saver plans’ to watch TNT Sports
You can now watch cycling races for £5 less per month
New Fulcrum Sharq GR and Soniq GR wheels optimised for wider tyres and faster gravel racing
Both gravel wheelsets feature Fulcrum's 2-Wave Rim profile
The Bugatti Factor One brings hypercar engineering to high-performance cycling – and it’s incredibly exclusive
The project reflects the two brands' shared philosophy of an "obsessive attention to detail"
“National disgrace”: it would take 12 years and £18.62 billion to repair local roads in England and Wales
Asphalt Industry Alliance chair says the amount needed to bring roads up to scratch has "increased dramatically"
Adidas Anemos Light glasses promise clear vision, good looks and an attractive price
Could the Anemos Light glasses be a budget-friendly alternative to Oakleys?
New Van Rysel EDR CF promises “comfort and versatility” at budget prices, and even follows one of the latest endurance bike trends
The bike starts from €1,799 and includes a tool kit
18 of the best bib shorts tested by BikeRadar
We've tested the leading bib shorts to keep you pedalling in style and comfort this summer
New Bianchi Infinito follows latest endurance bike trends with slick storage and “gravel-ready capability” so you can “ride forever”
The Infinito increases tyre clearance to 40mm and there is a limited-edition model for the launch
New Merida Reacto beats big-name aero bikes for speed, according to independent testing
The Reacto is also said to be a more versatile all-rounder than previous generation
Colnago launches raw-carbon bikes inspired by Tadej Pogačar’s Tour de France Y1Rs
The Y1Rs and V5Rs Dark Series bikes are said to take Colnago’s building philosophy to the “logical extreme”
5 Omloop het Nieuwsblad tyre takeaways, from increased widths to glued-on rubber
We track the tyre choices and setups of the pros at the first Classic of the season
Tadej Pogačar and Met team up to release two ‘ethereal’ helmets
The limited-edition Trenta 3K Carbon and Manta feature an iridescent finish inspired by Pogačar
“Miracle of science”: New Santini Aero Race jersey uses fabric made from captured CO2
The jersey will launch at the end of April and features Polartec’s new Power Dry Carbon fabric
If you’ve had your bike stolen in London, you can now hire a replacement for free
Brompton will provide you with two weeks' free bicycle hire while you find a new set of wheels
Hope reveals HB.912 trail bike with launch set for later this year
The new trail bike is set to be released this summer
UCI presses ahead with plans for airbags in pro cycling
Cycling's governing body announces initiative "to define a clear framework and appropriate standards" for airbags in cycling
Stan Portus | Komoot unveils ChatGPT-powered app for route discovery – but I'm not sure we need it
The app is said to remove “friction” from route planning, but Stan wants to add that friction back in
EF Pro Cycling’s team bikes get a fresh lick of paint after Cannondale launches its ”fastest fleet ever”
Team's new SuperSix EVO and SuperSlice bikes unveiled
Giant Bicycles founder King Liu has died aged 93
Giant Group confirmed the passing of its founder yesterday
MAAP and P.A.M’s latest kit drop pushes beyond the familiar with “alien vitality”
Fourth collaboration between Aussie brands brings “psy-activated graphic language” to your cycling wardrobe
Strava to end Facebook login – here’s what you need to know
Fitness app ending support for login method from 16 March
