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SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS Mountain High is a book for cyclists of all interests and abilities - from experienced club racers to enthusiastic amateurs looking for the world''s greatest cycle challenge. Packed with practical route information and advice on each climb, Daniel Friebe''s beautifully written text explains why each mountain pass merits inclusion in the top 50 with superb descriptions of the majestic scenery, the heroic deeds of cycling''s legendary riders or the sheer endeavour and exhilaration of reaching the summit. With over 250 specially commissioned photographs taken by specialist cycling photographer Pete Goding, this really is the ultimate guide to Europe''s 50 best climbs.Featured rides include: Tour de France icons Alpe d''Huez, Col du Galibier, Mont Ventoux, Col de l''Izoard and Col du Tourmalet; the Passo dello Stelvio, Passo Fedaia, Le Tre Cime di Lavaredo and other sacred summits from the Giro d''Italia; plus Spain''s formidable Alto de l''Angliru, Austria''s Grossglockner and forty more mountain legends.
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The hidden gems of Europe''s best roads and passes, from the authors of the hugely successful Mountain High.Following the success of Mountain High: Europe''s Greatest Cycle Climbs comes a volume focusing on the continent''s lesser-known, challenging and spectacular mountain roads and passes. From the heights of the Ötztal Glacier Road in Austria to the ''secret'' side of the legendary Alpe d''Huez, Mountain Higher: Europe''s Extreme, Undiscovered and Unforgettable Cycle Climbs explores 50 soon-to-be cult locations and captures stunning scenery from off the beaten track. Featuring the technical details (maps, profiles, lengths, heights) that made Mountain High an indispensable reference book, as well as dynamic descriptions of the routes themselves and Pete Goding''s breathtaking photography, this book is a stylish and practical guide to the hidden gems that every true cycling enthusiast needs to know about.