Testimonies
A selection of testimonies from some of the leading figures in the cycling press and podcast world.
Pete Donaldson
CMB is one of the most talented and passionate writers we’ve ever worked with here at Stak; his work on the podcast Ghost in the Machine brought the intricacies of the sport to life in the way nobody else could. His work ethic is unmatched – when he gets hold of a story there is quite simply no letting go for him, and he takes the listener on that journey with him. Working within quite stringent legal boundaries in a delicate case proved no small task for the team, but his patience, willingness to collaborate and problem solve is impressive. As an audio broadcaster, his confidence in front of the microphone certainly made our job a million times easier too, and for someone who’s just starting out in this medium, that really is unheard of.
Founder of Stak
Peter Cossins
Chris is one of the very best journalists that I’ve worked with during three decades covering bike racing. He’s hugely enthusiastic, has an ability to source ground-breaking stories and is never afraid to ask tough questions. During a year when we partnered on a cycling-focused podcast, these qualities were underlined again and again, and are underpinned by his ability for telling a good story on the page/screen.
Journalist and author of 18 books
Jeremy Whittle
Chris’s energy, enthusiasm and doggedness with breaking stories all make him an outstanding young writer. His painstaking research, patient and empathetic interviewing technique, insight and knowledge are outstanding.
Author and cycling correspondent, Guardian
David H. Bradford
Chris Marshall-Bell is an outstanding journalist and storyteller. After many years of loyal service, he remains our most valued contributor at Cycling Weekly. His writing is consistently excellent – insightful, engaging and crafted with great care. But beyond his talent with words, Chris is a dream to work with. He understands every brief perfectly, takes initiative, and always delivers beyond expectations. Whether tackling in-depth features or fast-turnaround pieces, he brings expertise, reliability and a commitment to quality that never falters. He goes the extra mile, never disappoints, and makes the entire process seamless. If you need a writer who combines skill, professionalism and passion, CMB is the best in the business.
Features editor, Cycling Weekly
Vern Pitt
Chris is one of the best news hounds in the business, a testimony to his dedication to pounding the road and building a stacked contacts book. On top of that he’s got a limitless supply of great feature ideas and the skills to pull them off in engaging style. He’s also a pleasure to work alongside with an easy-going but hard-working attitude. Any publication is better for having his byline in it.
Former news and features editor, Cycling Weekly
Rich Windsor
Chris is an inquisitive and tenacious reporter who is able to chase down any story he sets his mind to. I’ve worked with him for more than a decade and trust him to deliver on any commission I set him. He’s also become a valuable source of creativity and deliberating ideas.
Digital editor, Rouleur
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