Cycling

SHORTLISTED FOR THE COOKERY BOOK WRITER AWARD FOR THE GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS AWARDS 2025 ‘Top meals from the Michelin-starred chef who is also a champion athlete.’ – The Times ‘Alan’s culinary precision is matched only by his passion and ability as a sport professional.’ – Tom Kerridge THIS IS PORTABLE, PRACTICAL, PERFORMANCE FOOD. RECIPES AND EXPERT ADVICE TO HELP...

'A wonderfully entertaining and deeply inspirational adventure by one of life's great enthusiasts' – Tim Moore, travel writer A slow, low-carbon journey by bike through Europe’s western fringes. Part personal pilgrimage and part manifesto for green travel, join Martin in his search for perfect waves and the soul of surfing.Chasing the sun south from his home in Cornwall, bestselling author...

Japanese bicycles have long been at the forefront of both competitive and recreational cycling—from top-flight racing bicycles ridden by champions in international competition to the most collectible custom frames on the fixed-gear scene. In this comprehensive and stunningly illustrated book, Japanese Steel, William Bevington—one of the leading collectors of Japanese bicycles in the United States, and an authority on their...

Join the millions of cyclists who swear by the name Zinn. Zinn & the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance is the world's best-selling guide to the maintenance and repair of mountain bikes, hybrids, and fat bikes. Lennard Zinn is the world's leading expert on bike maintenance and repair. His friendly step-by-step guide explains the tools and parts you'll need to...

'To cross Australia on a bicycle, piercing the very heart of the continent, facing dangers, some known and more unknown - it was the very thing.' Jerome Murif, Australian cyclist, 1897 This book tells the story of the cyclists who were overcome by the need to venture forth on two wheels; the courageous men and women who undertook some of...

The Official History of the Tour de France fully revised and updated for 2023 is a celebration of one of the greatest annual sporting events, and the premier competition in world cycling. Through more than 300 photographs, rarely seen documents, and items of memorabilia, this book covers more than a century of fascinating stories about the Tour and its iconic...

Now you can sneak in a workout without leaving your chair with Desktop Cycling Class's miniature stationary bike, complete with pump-up jams! Get those fingers moving: The kit contains a tiny (3-inch) exercise bike ready for you to pedal with your fingers. Plays music: Press a button to play three high-energy tracks to set the mood for your workout: pop,...

A unique and funny writer with a true understanding of what it takes to make it as an elite cyclist Chris Boardman Further immerses the reader in the world of endurance cycling as well-known former professional cyclist Michael Hutchinson talks to ultra-distance athletes, exercise scientists, nutritionists and psychologists—'those who've done it and those who understand it'. He unpicks both the...

Experience the unparalleled beauty of Lake Tahoe and its trail. The Tahoe Rim Trail is one of the world's premier trails—for good reason. It winds completely around the spectacular Lake Tahoe, the highest and largest alpine lake in North America. Along the way, the trail takes you through wilderness areas, national forests, and state parks. The combination of pristine lake...

"A truly inspiring journey that celebrates the healing power of adventure. A must-read." - Levison Wood "Wonderfully relatable on so many levels. Simon's wanderlust, mental roller coaster and reactions to a fast-changing world had me enthralled in his journey, but very much reflecting on my own over the past few years. A brilliantly crafted book which holds a mirror up...

"A truly inspiring journey that celebrates the healing power of adventure. A must-read." - Levison Wood The remarkable and inspirational true story of how one man battled grief and anxiety, one pedal stroke at a time, on a 3,500-mile adventure around Britain. In March 2020, as Britain entered its first lockdown, Simon Parker's life fell apart; his travel journalism career...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE VICKI ORVICE AWARD FOR WOMEN'S SPORTS WRITING 2025 'Just wonderful – two wheels good, Laura Laker brilliant. Part travel diary, part love poem to Britain's cycle network ... it's difficult not to be inspired by this fabulous book.' Jeremy Vine A unique journey around the UK’s National Cycle Network and one journalist’s quest to investigate the state...

With new updates, this full-colour guidebook introduces backcountry cyclists to the exciting and increasingly popular world of bikepacking. Before his untimely death from cancer in 2018, veteran rider and passionate cyclist Ryan Correy (two-time finisher of the Tour Divide, founder of Bikepack Canada, and author of A Purpose Ridden) pedalled his way through the most popular national parks in the...

Tour this dream road on bicycle, between North Carolina and Virginia. Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway are arguably the most quintessential scenic roads east of the Mississippi. Bicycling the Blue Ridge is the definitive guide to this ribbon of highway. It's just what you need to plan the perfect trip, whether you are out for the day, a...

The Northeast provides some of the most exciting cycling in the United States: sweeping vistas, seaside towns, fall colours, 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...

A Place Apart is a remarkable geographical and psychological travelogue that rises above history, politics, theology and economics. Created by a southern Irishwoman, cycling into the mayhem of Northern Ireland in order to try and sort out her own opinions and emotions about this troubled land. She came equipped with her own childhood experiences of murder and Republican martyrdom, but...

'What Ed Clancy doesn't know about cycling isn't worth knowing' – Sir Chris Hoy 'A timely reminder that age is no reason to slow down' – Tour De France winner Geraint Thomas 'Brilliant advice, light-hearted and insightful' – Olympic Champion Victoria Pendleton MBE 'Filled with hard-won advice from the pair on the training, nutrition, recovery and off-bike conditioning required for...

FINALIST HEALTH AND WELLBEING AWARDS 2025 EMBRACE THE POWER OF PLANTS AND RIDE STRONGER WITH EVERY BITE. The Cycling Chef: Plant-Powered Performance is heralded by Cycle Magazine for offering "a great selection of achievable recipes whether you’re vegan or looking to reduce your meat and dairy consumption." Men's Fitness describes it as "a must for anyone who wants to perform...

UK WINNER - GOURMAND WORLD COOKBOOK AWARDS 2020 'I can't think of a finer chef to have written a book on nutrition and diet for athletes' – Tom Kerridge A must-have recipe book designed for cyclists of all levels, written by Alan Murchison - a Michelin-starred chef and champion athlete who now cooks for British Cycling's elite athletes. His easy-to-make...

Parker magnificently chronicles the America he encounters, a divided, disfranchised collection of states he fears for but comes to love for their generosity, community spirit and sense of hope — Ben East, Observer Frustrated by the shallow headlines focusing only on Trump, borders and division, award-winning travel writer Simon Parker decided that to better understand today's USA, he would have...

Explore, travel, and get fit on two wheels Biking For Dummies will teach you the basics of riding your bike as a workout or as a mode of transportation. Great for people of all ages and fitness levels, this book shows you how to select the best bike for your needs, how to ride safely, and how to maintain your...

The inspirational inside story from the 2018 Tour de France and Sports Personality of the Year winner "This year G was the strongest rider, and he finally had Lady Luck on his side. An unstoppable combination" — Chris Froome "I understood what Geraint's win meant: for him, for me, for the team, and for Wales, too" — Dave Brailsford "Wow!"...

At 9.30 p.m. on 14 February 2004, former Tour de France winner Marco Pantani was found dead in Rimini. It emerged that he had been addicted to cocaine since autumn 1999, weeks after being expelled from the Tour of Italy for blood doping. Conspiracy theories abounded: that he was injected in his sleep by a business rival; that the Olympic...

The bestselling autobiography of a cycling legend and winner of the 2011 Tour de France On the afternoon of Sunday, the first of February 2015, Cadel Evans crossed the finish line in the first-ever race of the event that would immortalise his name: the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. At that moment, an extraordinary cycling career, spanning 20 years...

Love is an endurance sport... When Australian star cyclist Lori 'Top-Gun' Gallagher collides with Belgian teammate Seb Franck, she realises it may not be their first meeting. "The amount of tension and chemistry between Lori and Seb was nearly burning right off the pages...this book has everything sports romance lovers want!" - Ally Wiegand, author of First Base Love is...

Across the UK, into Europe and further afield, these are the training rides, races and journeys closest to his heart. From one-day classics in the Peak District and Snowdonia to the rolling roads of Tuscany and the wide-open vistas of New Zealand's South Island, these are the routes you'll want to ride alongside Britain's favourite cycling superstar. We ride out...

Saya Sakakibara triumphed over fear, self-doubt, and family tragedy to become an Olympic champion. Her journey will inspire you to face your fears and unlock your greatest potential. Just go. It’s a mantra I’ve always come back to, to keep me focused on what I need to do and filter out everything else. Saya loved BMX racing, but a series...

WINNER OF THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 CYCLING BOOK OF THE YEAR A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023: SPORT NOMINATED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 'An absorbing mix of historical sleuthing and travel writing' - The Telegraph '[a] fascinating and often touching book… Wonderful' - The Times When cycling commentator Ned Boulting bought a length...

Geraint Thomas's inside guide to twenty-five of the greatest cycling climbs in the world. Cycling fans obsess about climbs and big mountains. They love reading about their tests and tribulations and they love to ride them - a cricket lover can never bat at Lord's, or a football supporter score at Wembley, but any rider can take on the challenge...

A visual celebration of the beauty and lure of bicycle culture by renowned cycling journalist Peter Flax Live to Ride is an ode to cycling from one of the world's most respected cycling journalists. The bicycle is one of the greatest inventions in human history. It can literally transport you to places you want to go—to your school or office,...

The fascinating and unknown story of the Tour de France's ever-changing relationship with money and power – and the enigmatic family behind it all. It started with a cash drop by an English spy in occupied Paris in 1944. Reserved for Resistance groups during the war, the money reached Emilien Amaury, an advertising executive, who was tasked to help France...

Explore 35 of the most notorious, gruelling cycling climbs the world has to offer, guided by the experts at Cyclist, the world's biggest road cycling magazine. Route maps, altitude charts, first-hand ride reports, and incredible imagery from the finest cycling photographers combine in this tribute to the peaks, hills, and ascents that every cyclist should try. Tracing the routes of...

'Impeccably researched' - London Cyclist 'The climbing fan's bible' - The Washing Machine Post 'A deep dive into and a celebration of mountain climbing' - Cyclist Magazine When, during the Pyrenean stages of the 1998 Tour de France, a journalist asked Marco Pantani why he rode so fast in the mountains, the elfin Italian, unmistakeable in the bandanna and hooped...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 – CYCLING BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Immensely readable and revealing' The Guardian 'A must read' Phil Liggett, MBE 'A story like no other in cycling' Ned Boulting IMAGINE COMPETING IN THE WORLD'S MOST BRUTAL CYCLE RACES, KNOWING THAT A CRASH COULD BE FATAL Alex Dowsett is one of Britain's greatest cyclists. He has...

Winner for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022 WINNER OF THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST SPORTS BOOK OF 2022 A WATERSTONES BEST SPORTS BOOK OF 2022 'A magnificent book' - Maxine Peake Cyclist Beryl Burton dominated her sport much as her male contemporary Eddy Merckx, with a longevity...

'It's an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.' - Sally Nugent 'A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one.' - The Times Sir Chris Hoy knows better...

Geraint Thomas is one of Britain's most loved sports stars. He's won Olympic gold medals, finished first, second and third at the Tour de France, and stayed at the top of his sport for almost two decades as other riders and eras have come and gone. This is the story of his epic journey - from the streets of suburban...

"It's an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations." - Sally Nugent "A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one." - The Times With a brand-new foreword from...

Shortlisted for the Wales Book of the Year Non-Fiction Award 2020 Chappell is a gifted storyteller — Observer In 2015, Emily Chappell embarked on a formidable new bike race: The Transcontinental. 4,000km across Europe, unassisted, in the shortest time possible. On her first attempt, she made it only halfway, waking up suddenly on her back in a field, floored by...

They say that being a good doctor boils down to just four things: Shut up, listen, know something, care. The same could be said for life on the road, too. When Stephen Fabes left his job as a junior doctor and set out to cycle around the world, frontline medicine quickly faded from his mind. Of more pressing concern were...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover 200 of the best places to ride a bike in this beautifully illustrated paperback. From family-friendly, sightseeing urban rides to epic adventures off the beaten track. Destinations range from France and Italy, for the world's great bike races, to the wilds of Mongolia and Patagonia. These journeys will inspire you—whether you...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Australia is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from a few hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, we cover the country with easy-to-follow trails...

This is a compelling account of a legendary Australian sportsman. The death of the Olympic gold medallist and Tour de France competitor Russell Mockridge was an embarrassment for cycling officials. On the 50th anniversary of his death, Melbourne journalist Martin Curtis revisits the life and death of Russell Mockridge. Russell Mockridge offers an insightful look into the life of a...

This meticulously researched biography gives readers a thrilling insight into the brutal world of professional cycling and an intimate portrait of an extraordinary Australian. Hubert 'Oppy' Opperman was a sporting icon, a cycling phenomenon whose epic feats of endurance captivated the cycling world. For over two decades, he dominated almost every race he entered and shattered record after record in...

A panoramic portrait of the nineteenth-century invention that is transforming our twenty-first-century world. SHORTLISTED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2023 'Full of delightful anecdotes and interviews and fascinating historical tales' Mail on Sunday A panoramic portrait of the wondrous vehicle whose passenger is also its engine. A toy, a tool, a liberator, or complete nuisance—the bicycle has been...

All sports have their quirks and rituals, but cycling has more than most. As the inexorable rise of the bicycle continues, many casual cyclists are moving into a more serious brand of cycling—riding in road races, groups, or cycle clubs. This transition often leads them to stumble straight into a minefield of form and etiquette that those who have grown...

As the world speeds up, as technology takes over, it is worth remembering how we used to live. This three-book series is a nostalgic hymn to an era when life was slower: a meandering ramble through the British countryside by bicycle, automobile, and train. Squeeze the brakes, sit back, and coast downhill with this irreverent collection of cycling memorabilia. The...

The charming and joyful follow-up book from 'the nation’s taster in chief,' Felicity Cloake. If there’s one thing that truly unites this country from Aberdeen to Abernethy, St Ives to St Pancras, it’s an obsession with breakfast. We all have an opinion on the merits of brown sauce versus ketchup on our morning sandwich. No other country’s culinary identity is...

Immerse yourself in the thrilling saga of the 1986 Tour de France with Richard Moore's riveting book, Slaying the Badger. This compelling narrative dives into the heart of one of the most dramatic and controversial races in cycling history. With a focus on the fierce rivalry between two titans of the sport, Moore adeptly captures the essence of this high-stakes...

Outdoor enthusiast, cyclist and acclaimed travel writer Simon Parker was restless for a new adventure, but with a small baby his explorations needed to begin at home. He decided to cycle through all 15 of the UK's national parks in the anniversary year of the first one's founding, the Peak District. This became a life-changing journey through a landscape, and...

Neighbourhood Guide to Cycling Naarm – Melbourne is an essential, laidback and practical guide to exploring the city on pedal power. No lycra? No worries. This is a fun, accessible guidebook for riders of all ages and levels, whether you zoom around the city on your fixie on a daily basis or if it’s been a few years (or decades)...

This updated edition of the best-selling guide to bicycling in Florida adds twenty-three new trails to an already impressive roster, offering cyclists—as well as rollerbladers, joggers, and walkers—vital details on over sixty trails across Florida.

Dive into the exhilarating world of the Tour de France with the ultimate companion for cycling enthusiasts. This comprehensive volume offers an in-depth exploration of the race's history, complete with detailed maps of each edition. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the sport, this book is a must-have guide to cycling's most prestigious event. Now fully revised and...

For a Yellow Jersey narrates the many remarkable lives of the women's Tour de France. A race which has, in its various incarnations, acted as a microcosm of the women's bike racing scene as a whole. Like the careers of many of its participants, the race itself represents an inspiring story of survival against the odds and in the harshest...

‘Inspirational’ Ben Fogle ‘Incredible’ Bear Grylls ‘Extraordinary’ Bill Bailey 13,000KM. 240 days. A journey no one thought possible. What are you capable of when you stop believing your own limits? When Mitch Hutchcraft set out to swim, cycle, run, and climb from the English Channel to the summit of Everest, he made history. Over 240 days, he crossed two continents...

In his mid 60s, with zero mechanical knowledge and maximum audacity, Miles rides from London to Istanbul during the collapse of communism, then traces Che Guevara’s legendary path across the Andes. No technical skills, no backup plan—just raw courage and an insatiable hunger for the unknown. With the Andes and Alps under his belt, Miles heads off to the Pyrenees...

When Lance Armstrong fought back from life-threatening cancer to win the 1999 Tour de France—the so-called 'Tour of Renewal'—it seemed almost too good to be true. It was. Sunday Times journalist David Walsh was one of a small group who was prepared to raise awkward questions about Armstrong's seemingly superhuman feats. And so began a 13-year battle to reveal the...

'Eye-opening and inspirational . . . An utterly fascinating and gloriously fiery read' FELICITY CLOAKE 'A barnstorming book' GUARDIAN 'Fascinating . . . full of inspirational tales' OBSERVER Simone de Beauvoir borrowed her lover's bike to cycle around Paris in the 1940s, instantly falling in love with the freedom it gave her (even when an accident caused her to lose...

The mountains of Europe have many different meanings to many different people. For the locals, they are a way of life; for visitors, they represent breathtaking beauty, active holidays, and peaceful moments. For cyclists, however, the dramatic landscapes mean something quite different: suffering, pain, agony—and glory. For over a century, the mountains have provided the setting for the greatest cycling...

It's no surprise that some of the world's finest photographers have worked in and around a bicycle race at some point in their careers. Cycling provides the perfect subject for reportage, social documentary, and street photography because it happens in real time and real life. It isn't a traditional stadium or circuit sport: the action happens on the street outside...

An awe-inspiring history of the five most legendary “classic” races in world cycling. The Tour de France may provide the most obvious fame and glory, but it is cycling’s one-day tests that the professional riders really prize. Toughest, longest and dirtiest of all are the so-called ‘Monuments’, the five legendary races that are the sport’s equivalent of golf’s majors or...

The Brave Athlete solves the 13 most common mental conundrums athletes face in their everyday training and in races. A practical, step-by-step guide to 25 common problems – not just another book on visualisation and positive self-talk. The dynamic husband-and-wife team offers an ideal mix of coach and athlete experience. Each author can reach different markets: Paterson is well-known and...

Riding on the edge. The daredevil life of the Wall of Death drivers in the motordrome. Donald Ganslmeier and his colleagues on the Wall of Death of the motordrome are amongst the last of their kind. Their art is threatened with extinction. The photographer Florian Holzherr has created a powerful memorial to the action-packed life around the boards that signify...

The adrenalin-fuelled story of the stunt cyclist whose jaw-dropping adventures have racked up 200 million YouTube views. At the Edge by Danny MacAskill tells the story of a man who lives on the edge. The cyclist is legendary for his YouTube viral videos like The Ridge, Cascadia, Imaginate and Wee Day Out—nerve-racking montages of stunts which scale everything from mountain...

Remarkable Motor Races features a collection of some of the most amazing motor racecourses from across the world, captured in beautiful photographs that transport you right into the thrill of the race. “There have been plenty of books about races and race tracks. But none with the depth and scope of this one… A fascinating collection of stories reaching outside...

'Covers Pogi’s meteoric rise, his victories and rivalries, while revealing more about the character behind the sporting domination' – CYCLIST'Excellent' – DAVID WALSH, TWO-TIME WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER'Fascinating... draws on multiple sources to explain how the Slovenian became the best cyclist of his generation' – THE TIMESTHE FIRST MAJOR BIOGRAPHY OF THE MODERN ERA’S GREATEST CYCLIST,...

Cycling is a unique way to get to know a territory and has become increasingly popular in recent years. Let's Bike! provides a collection of Europe's most fascinating, evocative, and iconic bicycle tourism itineraries, complete with technical data, information about the characteristics of the route, practical advice, and curious facts and details about the areas the itineraries travel through. Author:...

Cycling? It's one of my life's constants, it feeds my need for beauty, for delight and for aimless exploring. It makes my body hum and brings me safely back to the present. I hope to continue pedalling, nice and slowly, for the rest of my life, with the same curiosity that ignited my childhood. In these essays, twelve writers consider...

The ultimate Tour de France performance cookbook and a must-have for all cycling aficionados serious about nutritional intake. With 350-pages of easy-to-prepare brand new recipes containing allergy-friendly, natural, unprocessed foods, The Grand Tour Cookbook is the ultimate companion in the kitchen for athletes. Based on actual food prepared for professional cycling's gruelling 3-week Grand Tours including the Giro, Tour de...

'I can't think of a finer chef to have written a book on nutrition and diet for athletes' – Tom Kerridge 'Top meals from the Michelin-starred chef who is also a champion athlete... Catnip for the style-obsessed, Rapha-wearing aficionado' – The Times ‘Alan’s food is simple, yet tasty and powerful. He’s been a key component for my training and racing.’...

Whether you're looking to hit the open road, scream down the side of a mountain, or simply take the kids out for a ride, Cycling For Dummies - UK covers all your needs. Topics include choosing the right bike and accessories, staying safe — around town and on the trails — training to improve speed and endurance, making adjustments and...

A welcome look at the life of a fascinating rider and man Cycling Plus Maurice has lived a hell of a life. The world needs to hear about it Ned Boulting This book is an inspiration to those who want to achieve in both sport and life Phil Liggett MBE Maurice Burton rose above racism in British society and sport...

Road to Valour is the inspiring, against-the-odds story of Gino Bartali, the cyclist who made the greatest comeback in Tour de France history and still holds the record for the longest gap between victories. Yet it was his actions during the Second World War, when he secretly aided the Resistance, rather than his remarkable exploits on a bike, that truly...

Across the UK, into Europe and further afield, these are the training rides, races and journeys closest to his heart. From one-day classics in the Peak District and Snowdonia to the rolling roads of Tuscany and the wide-open vistas of New Zealand's South Island, these are the routes you'll want to ride alongside Britain's favourite cycling superstar. We ride out...

Road Captain provides a rare insight into the heart of professional cycling and the inner workings of the peloton, authored by Team Sky and Ineos Grenadiers legend, Luke Rowe. Featuring a foreword from Mark Cavendish and contributions from Geraint Thomas, Chris Froome, and Rod Ellingworth, this book offers unprecedented access to the world of pro cycling. There's a well-established truth...

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...

Fifty Places to Bike Before You Die is the ninth addition to the bestselling Fifty Places series by Chris Santella. Biking has grown increasingly popular in recent years, as both a leisure and an extreme exercise activity, and Santella covers trips for cyclists of every level. Fifty Places to Bike covers environments as varied as the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia,...

Ultimate Cycling Trips: Australia is your practical and inspirational guide to 40 of the best cycling trails across Australia. Journey across Australia on two wheels with these hand-picked bike rides that range from gentle rail trails with a gourmet edge, to multi-day cycle tours, to blasts on the country’s best mountain-bike trail networks. Trips include South Australia's Riesling Trail, the...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 – CYCLING BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Immensely readable and revealing' The Guardian 'A must read' Phil Liggett, MBE 'A story like no other in cycling' Ned Boulting IMAGINE COMPETING IN THE WORLD'S MOST BRUTAL CYCLE RACES, KNOWING THAT A CRASH COULD BE FATAL Bloody Minded by Alex Dowsett offers a unique and thrilling...

'Maunder's book is more than just a biography of the rise and fall of a complicated man . . . It is also a critique of the damage that myth-making and the media can do to an athlete; a study of what happens to a demigod when thrown from Mount Olympus' The Times Charly Gaul is a forgotten cycling legend....