Anna Marie Abram
I’ve been hooked on bikes ever since the age of 12 and my first lap of the Hillingdon Cycle Circuit in the bright yellow kit of the Hillingdon Slipstreamers. For a time, my cycling life centred around racing road and track.
But that’s since broadened to include multiday two-wheeled, one-sleeping-bag adventures over whatever terrain I happen to meet - with a two-week bikepacking trip from Budapest into the mountains of Slovakia being just the latest.
I still enjoy lining up on a start line, though, racing the British Gravel Championships and finding myself on the podium at the enduro-style gravel event, Gritfest in 2022.
Height: 177cm
Weight: 60–63kg
Latest articles by Anna Marie Abram
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How to maximise on profits when selling your bike online
Cleaning and servicing your bike before you sell it can really make a difference, here’s what you need to focus on, and how to make your listing stand out
By Anna Marie Hughes Last updated
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Could you improve your cornering? Here's how to tackle bends quickly and safely on a road bike
Cornering safely at speed is an essential skill for all cyclists. We talk you through the best techniques to maintain speed, and stay upright
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Magnus Cort’s Covid-19 positive heart rate and respiratory rate changes revealed by Whoop
Data of stage ten winner and KOM jersey holder earlier in this year’s Tour shows a meaningful spike in Resting Heart Rate and significant decrease in Heart Rate Variability
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Garmin Venu 2 versus Apple Watch Series 7 for cycling - battle of the almost sub-$300 smartwatch Amazon Prime Day deals
Which of Garmin's and Apple's smartwatches is the best value?
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Gore versus dhb bib shorts: which are the better cycling short US and UK deals this Amazon Prime Day?
A pair of the cycling shorts will make your riding much more comfortable, so well worth investing in, but do Wiggle’s dhb deals today trump Amazon’s?
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Weekend warriors vs mid-week riders: study finds both are equally effective
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or you prefer to split things up more across the week, similar health benefits are gained either way, a recent study suggests
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Every Shimano 105 Di2 bike released so far; prices starting from £2,299.99
Bianchi, Ribble, Merida, Scott, Orro, Dolan and Fairlight have all revealed which models they'll be speccing with the new third-tier electronic groupset
By Stefan Abram Published
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Specialized's aero Evade, airy Prevail and all-new TT5 helmets get ventilation and safety upgrades and become the 'fastest ever'
Three new helmets showcase Specialized's latest advances in aerodynamics and venting
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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New Scott Foil goes 20% faster, loses weight and builds extra comfort - plus a rear light - into its aero seatpost
We've never seen a WorldTour bike with an integrated light - is this a world first?
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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400 training hours so far this year and 30 hour weeks: Strava reveals how the pros prepare for the Tour de France
Training data logged on Strava from January to June this year show the shear amount of in-the-saddle it takes to rock up at the sport’s biggest showdown
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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This is what you have to eat to compete in the Tour de France
Three weeks, 21 stages, 3,351km, 176 riders and a combined burn of 25 million calories — so what exactly goes into fuelling the riders of the Tour de France?
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Best tandem bikes 2024: a guide to the bicycle made for two
We’ve rounded up the best tandem bikes for you and a friend to go on joint adventures
By Anna Marie Hughes Last updated
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Strava users can now add video clips to bring their uploads to life
Multiple 30 second clips can now sit alongside any photos you want to share with your ride
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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‘How do cyclists pee whilst racing the Tour de France?’ – you asked Google and we’ve got the answer
Sometimes they just need a little push from a team-mate to keep rolling...
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Is this £13,974 exercise bike the classiest ever? Or just the weirdest looking?
There are some things money can’t buy – and some things it shouldn’t
By Anna Marie Hughes Last updated
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Can you get fit in 30-minutes? These three cycling workouts say 'yes, you can!'
If you’re very limited on time, getting sweaty in one of these intense training sessions will build and maintain your fitness
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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One in five cyclists put off commuting by lack of facilities at work
Have you given up cycle commuting because of inadequate bike storage?
By Anna Marie Hughes Last updated
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Strava expands gravel riding support with trail route recommendations
Details on route difficulty and route completion times by other Strava users will be provided with each suggestion
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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'You could have the leg strength to press 100kg' but you won't benefit on the bike without a strong core: Sir Chris Hoy shares his tips for cyclists
Here are five top training tips from track legend Sir Chris Hoy
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Tech of the Month June: Ultegra review, flagship S-Works shoes, Enve wheels and Pinarello’s Grevil F gravel racer
The last four weeks have been big on new tech – buckle in for the best of it
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Nukeproof redesigns Digger gravel bike for versatility while keeping the ‘soul of a mountain bike’
Specced with super wide bars, dropper seatpost and 1x drivetrain, this aluminium off-roader also has a “gravity-focused geometry” for ‘gnarly’ gravel
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Memorial Day Deal: Save 18% on a Apple Watch Series 7
Memorial Day always throws up a lot of good deals, and this significant smartwatch saving is not to be missed
By Anna Marie Hughes Published
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Tech round up: New Ere Research wheels, Brooks 'take care' guide, Dyedbro gravel frame protection kit, and MAAP's urban jungle survival gear
From budget mid section carbon wheels through to clothing for taking on the city streets, we take you through the launches you might have missed this week
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Hammerhead forced to remove Shimano Di2 support on Karoo 2 head units
SRAM’s acquisition of the cycle computer brand earlier this year has come with consequences for Shimano users
By Anna Marie Hughes Published