Ride: Cycle the World

Description

Inspirational travel guide covering the world's most incredible cycling routes, from laid-back day cycles to epic cross-continent journeys Power up mountain passes in Italy's Dolomites, tackle Bolivia's infamous Death Road or go island-hopping in Japan- Ride takes you around the world in search of adventure on two wheels. Covering 100 incredible cycling routes, this inspirational book will make you reach for your handlebars, whether you're an experienced, ascent-loving road cyclist or are planning your first bikepacking trip. Awe-inspiring images and compelling descriptions of each ride will have you itching to jump in the saddle, while handy maps, elevation profiles and practical information - including things like distance, difficulty and road surface - will help you plan the nitty gritty of your trip. We've also included the best places to explore along the way - whether that's refuelling spots, epic viewpoints or nearby must-see sights - as well as suggestions for alternative ways to tackle a route. Ride is also jam-packed with facts and figures on the world's most famous cyclists and iconic races, plus information on the history of cycling, how to choose a bike and what kit to take.

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