Mountain Higher
Europe's Extreme, Undiscovered and Unforgettable Cycle Climbs
Published on 26. September 2013
Book
Hardback
224 pages
978-1-78087-912-3 (ISBN)
Description
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 OEtztal 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.
From the heights of the OEtztal 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.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 300 mm
Width: 264 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
1438 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78087-912-3 (9781780879123)
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Daniel Friebe | Pete Goding
Mountain Higher
Europe's Extreme, Undiscovered and Unforgettable Cycle Climbs
E-Book
04/2017
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Persons
Daniel Friebe (Author)
Daniel Friebe is one of Britain's leading cycling journalists and a veteran of sixteen Tours de France. Daniel has written numerous books on cycling and collaborated with cycling superstar Mark Cavendish on two autobiographies, Boy Racer and At Speed. He is a co-founder and co-host of the award-winning Cycling Podcast. Since 2016, Daniel has also worked as ITV Sport's on-the-ground reporter at the Tour de France and other major races.
Pete Goding has travelled the world photographing landscapes, people, culture and international sport for a wide range of clients, including; Men's Health, The Times newspaper and the award-winning Cyclist Magazine. He has photographed every Tour de France since 2006 and has published intimate, dramatic and exclusive portraits of high profile figures such as Chris Froome and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Currently represented by the UK Press Association for his sports-news content, Pete's images of travel, culture and sport can be seen displayed across book and national newspaper covers, photographic exhibitions and advertisements.
Pete Goding (Author)
Pete Goding has travelled the world photographing landscapes, people, culture and international sport for a wide range of clients, including; Men's Health, The Times and the award winning Cyclist Magazine. His unique perspective and outstanding understanding of light and landscape have captured everywhere from the jungles of Vietnam to the fjords of Norway. He has photographed every Tour de France since 2006 and has published intimate, dramatic and exclusive portraits of high profile figures such as Chris Froome and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Currently represented by the UK Press Association for his sports-news content, Pete's images of travel, culture and sport can be seen displayed across book and national newspaper covers, photographic exhibitions and advertisements.
Daniel Friebe is one of Britain's leading cycling journalists and a veteran of sixteen Tours de France. Daniel has written numerous books on cycling and collaborated with cycling superstar Mark Cavendish on two autobiographies, Boy Racer and At Speed. He is a co-founder and co-host of the award-winning Cycling Podcast. Since 2016, Daniel has also worked as ITV Sport's on-the-ground reporter at the Tour de France and other major races.
Pete Goding has travelled the world photographing landscapes, people, culture and international sport for a wide range of clients, including; Men's Health, The Times newspaper and the award-winning Cyclist Magazine. He has photographed every Tour de France since 2006 and has published intimate, dramatic and exclusive portraits of high profile figures such as Chris Froome and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Currently represented by the UK Press Association for his sports-news content, Pete's images of travel, culture and sport can be seen displayed across book and national newspaper covers, photographic exhibitions and advertisements.
Pete Goding (Author)
Pete Goding has travelled the world photographing landscapes, people, culture and international sport for a wide range of clients, including; Men's Health, The Times and the award winning Cyclist Magazine. His unique perspective and outstanding understanding of light and landscape have captured everywhere from the jungles of Vietnam to the fjords of Norway. He has photographed every Tour de France since 2006 and has published intimate, dramatic and exclusive portraits of high profile figures such as Chris Froome and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Currently represented by the UK Press Association for his sports-news content, Pete's images of travel, culture and sport can be seen displayed across book and national newspaper covers, photographic exhibitions and advertisements.
Content
Climb Locator. Introduction. Oude Kwaremon (Belgium). Madonna di San Luca (Italy). Stalheimskleiva (Norway). Cote de Stockeu (Belgium). Col d'Eze (France). Arrate (Spain). Bealach na Ba (Scotland). Sa Calobra (Spain). Monte Serra (Italy). Monte Farinha (Portugal). 1,000m+: Col de Marie-Blanque (France). Xorret de Cati (Spain). Rifugio Calvanico (Italy). Chartreuse Trilogy (France). Spinder's Hut (Poland/Czech Republic). Lysa hora (Czech Republic). Grand Ballon d'Alsace (France). Monte Catria (Italy). Gruntenhutte (Germany). Grand Colombier (France). Hourquette d'Ancizan (France). Port de Larrau (France/Spain). Prelaz Vrsic (Slovenia). Mont Tendre (Switzerland). San Pellegrino in Alpe (Italy). Col du Noyer (France). Puerto de Ancares (Spain). Sveti Jure (Croatia). Port de Bales (France). Monte Padrio (Italy). Montagne de Lure (France). Lagunas de Neila (Spain). Grosse Scheidegg (Switzerland). Cormet de Roselend (France). Monte Crostis (Italy). Passo Rolle (Italy). Serra da Estrela (Portugal). Alpe d'Huez Bis (France). 2,000m+: Passo Manghen (Italy). Route des Lacs (France). Bola del Mundo (Spain). Albulapass (Switzerland). Cayolle-Allos-Champs (France). Furka-Grimsel-Susten (Switzerland). Nufenenpass (Switzerland). Colle Fauniera (Italy). Timmelsjoch/Paso del Rombo (Austria/Italy). Colle del Nivolet (Italy). Rettenbachferner-Tiefenbachferner (Austria). Index. Aknowledgements.