Description
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2012
This is the first book to cover in detail Europe''s 50 greatest climbs, including detail on the actual route (with maps and profile), length, height, and compelling descriptions focussing on all the main points of interest along the route.
Cycling has grown massively in popularity in recent years. The Tour de France draws huge audiences to the TV and internet coverage and all over the UK and Europe a growing number of people are taking to their bikes and rising to the challenge of Europe''s most hallowed climbs.
Mountain High is a book is for cyclists of all interests and abilities - from experienced club racers to enthusiastic amateurs who might just want to take on one great 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 m
Trade Review
'at first you're sucked into the breathtaking photography, but after a while you realise it's the words that have truly captured your imagination ... If this doesn't make you want to don Lycra and clip into your pedals, nothing will' London Cyclist. * London Cyclist *
'comprehensive, stat-filled route profiles, sumptuous photography and evocative writing ... Pete Goding's photography is stunning' Outdoor Fitness. * Outdoor Fitness *
'This showcase of Europe's 50 greatest cycle climbs is nicely illustrated and packed full of information' Amateur Photographer. * Amateur Photographer *
'you'll love Daniel Friebe's new book, Mountain High' Mail on Sunday. * Mail on Sunday *
Table of Contents
Europe's greatest cycle climbs. Introduction. Koppenberg, Belgium. Muur van Geraardsbergen, Belgium. Mur de Huy, Belgium. Cipressa, Italy. La Redoute, Belgium. Mont Faron, France. Puerto de Urkiola, Spain. Il Ghisallo, Italy. 1,000m +. Croce d'Aune, Italy. Montee Laurent Jalabert, France. Muro di Sormano, Italy. Lagos de Covadonga, Spain. Ballon d'Alsace, France. Col de la Faucille, France/Switzerland. Col de Peyresourde, France. Alto del Angliru, Spain. Hautacam, France. Col de Joux Plane, France. Col d'Aubisque, France. Monte Zoncolan, Italy. Monte Grappa, Italy. Sierra de la Pandera, Spain. Alpe d'Huez, France. Passo del Mortirole, Italy. Mont Ventoux, France. Kitzbuheler Horn, Austria. Col de la Madeleine, France. 2,000m +. Passo Fedaia, Italy. Col du Glandon/Croix de Fer, France. St. Gotthardpass, Switzerland. Col du Tourmalet, France. Gran Sasso d'Italia, Italy. Blockhaus, Italy. Calar Alto, Spain. Colle delle Finestre, Italy. Ordino-Arcalis, Andorra. Passo Giau, Italy. Passo Pordoi, Italy. Cirque de Gavarnie, France. Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Italy. Col de l'Izoard, France. Col du Grand Saint Bernard, Italy/Switzerland. Grossglockner, Austria. Passo di Gavia, Italy. Col du Galibier, France. Colle dell'Agnello, Italy/France. Passo dello Stelvio, Italy. Col de l'Iseran, France. Col de la Bonette, France. 3,000m +. Pico de Veleta, Spain. Index. Acknowledgements.
