Cycling: general and touring Books

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Book SynopsisFirst comprehensive outdoor guide book for Serbia.The perfect companion for the easy to medium level hiker and biker, birdwatcher, wildlife and outdoor lover. All routes have been personally checked out by the author. The book covers over 30 described routes with detailed maps, trail descriptions and timings, beautiful photos and carefully researched background information on what can be seen along the way.Some of the described routes cover Fruska Gora, Valjevo Mountains (including around Divcibare), Djerdap National Park with its Iron gate, on the summits of Rtanj, Trem, Kablar each offering stunning views, Stara planina (including the Roof of Serbia), the Sjenica high altitude plateau, to the Griffon vultures in Uvac, Tara National Park, along Danube and Sava rivers as well as routes in the vicinity of Belgrade.

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Book SynopsisA selection of 44 circular tours in the area between Finale Ligure, Varazze and the Beigua Park (UNESCO Geopark) on the Italian Riviera allowing you to cover fascinating and technical sections. The routes link up paths which run along ridges, enduro special stages and along banked turns through beechwoods, to then return to the departure point on paths and dirt roads. English language guidebook.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook covering the extensive mountain biking in Sicily, covering the areas around Agrigento, Palermo, Trapani as well as the parks: Madonie, Nebrodi and Etna. The routes described feature winding trails through rugged countryside and through small, welcoming villages; paved roads are avoided where possible. Many of the routes described in the guide are longer or multi-day trips, allowing the rider to travel across the island... coast to coast! The guidebook will take the rider into the rural heart of Sicily, a long way from the mass-tourism 'hotspots', giving a flavour of the islands heritage, its nature, art, culture, history and cuisine.

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Book SynopsisAn entertaining social and cultural history of cycling in post-war Europe seen through the eyes of a veteran racing cyclist.Trade Review‘A deeply affectionate mental scrapbook … Hilton has the skill as a writer to make the subject of cycling fresh and compelling again. Fascinating … Exuberant’ Matt Seaton, Guardian ‘An exhilarating work … just the book for anyone who, shooting past a traffic jam on the way to work, imagines himself wearing the winner’s yellow jersey at the head of the Tour de France pack’ Independent ‘Tim Hilton is a man of sardonic humour as well as high intelligence … his book is one of the most unusual, eccentric and captivating ever written by a “wheelman”’ Geoffrey Wheatcroft, Daily Mail ‘A hugely engaging history of the sport’ Simon O’Hagan, Books of the Year, Independent on Sunday ‘A charmingly eccentric account of his love of cycling, mixed in with a history of the sport’ John Preston, Books of the Year, Sunday Telegraph ‘Hilton is a brilliantly quirky, inventive writer … A wonderful testament to a life in the saddle’ Daily Telegraph ‘Remarkably infectious and richly atmospheric; so much so that the effect is like being hoisted up on to his handlebars and swept along for the ride. His enthusiasm drives everything forward at an exhilarating lick’ Sunday Telegraph

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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Book SynopsisThe Northeast provides some of the most exciting cycling in the United States: sweeping vistas, seaside towns, fall colors, and more. With this comprehensive guide, New Hampshire local David Sobel offers up rides in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine. No matter the state, there’s a ride here for everyone, with a range of mileage and difficulty level so both beginner and experienced cyclists can enjoy. Take in the scenery and stop for surf and turf on a moderate 17-mile trip through Mystic, Connecticut. Challenge yourself on hilly vistas and cool off in Cold River while biking Walpole, New Hampshire. Or take it easy while travelling back in time through Concord, Massachusetts. In addition to detailed directions, each route features annotated maps, charming photography, elevation profiles, and suggestions for entertainment and dining along the way. This is a must-have guide to discovering New England’s hidden gems on two wheels.

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