Tekmax presents its CST ambassador for the 2026 season: Stevan Chaves

 Tekmax and CST are pleased to announce the renewal of their collaboration with Stevan Chaves, official ambassador of CST Tires for Spain and Europe during the 2026 season.

The relationship between Stevan and CST began in late 2024, following a proposal from Giulia Stuparich, manager of Tekmax, the brand's exclusive distributor in Spain. Since then, Stevan has competed and trained exclusively with CST tires, solidifying a relationship based on trust, reliability, and performance.

“After many years with Maxxis, this new project with CST seemed like an excellent and very promising opportunity, which I accepted with great enthusiasm.”

Proven performance and outstanding results

Throughout 2025, Stevan has demonstrated the reliability and performance of CST tires in top-level competitions, achieving podium finishes in demanding events such as:

Pedals of Fire

Huex Extrema

Tracks Mallorca 360

Balearic Islands Championship

In addition, he has competed in leading international events such as the Andalucía Bike Race and the Salzkammergut Trophy.

Using models like the Jack Rabbit II Pro and Patrol, Stevan has particularly highlighted durability and puncture resistance:

“I’ve ridden over 10,000 km on my MTB this year without a single puncture. It’s real proof of CST’s quality.”

Media visibility and connection with cyclists

Stevan has established himself as an authentic ambassador, capable of communicating with approachability, transparency, and a passion for real cycling.

His profile combines credibility, competitive presence and media reach, generating a tangible impact both in Spain and in Europe.

A prime example was the 408km challenge in Mallorca, where one of the most frequently asked questions by the public was what tires he used to overcome such demanding terrain without suffering a single puncture.

That feat, along with its appearances in print, television and radio, has reinforced CST's image as a trusted and high-performing brand.

Looking towards 2026

For the next season, Stevan will continue as an active voice for CST in the Spanish, Austrian and Swiss markets, boosting brand visibility and providing technical feedback from his professional experience.

“My goal is to continue being an authentic voice that drives sales and reinforces trust in the brand, offering a close and real point of view for everyday cyclists.”

Currently, Stevan is part of the Faster Factory Team, one of the most important Spanish teams, along with his wife Anna Bachmann, a former professional cyclist and also a user of CST tires.

Tekmax Componentes SL thanks Stevan for his commitment, professionalism and enthusiasm, values that reflect the essence of our brand and the spirit of CST – Where Passion Meets the Ground.