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Ride : : Cycle the World.

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"Discover over 100 incredible cycling adventures across the globe, from day cycles around cities to epic journeys across continents. Whether you’re an experienced, ascent-loving road cyclist or are planning your first backpacking trip, this stunning guide will help you plan the perfect bicycle tour. Inside the pages of this guide you will find a carefully curated selection of the best cycling routes, chosen by cycling and travel experts. Rides are arranged geographically within each chapter and include top tips for getting the most out of each ride – including refueling spots, epic viewpoints, or nearby must-see sights – as well as suggestions for alternative ways to tackle a route. You can power up mountain passes in Italy’s Dolomites in Europe or tackle Bolivia’s infamous Death Road in South America. Cycle the famous Cape-to-Cairo route across Africa or go island-hopping in Japan. This travel guide book includes all you need to plan the nitty-gritty of your trips like handy maps, elevation profiles, and practical information like distance, difficulty, and road surface. We’ve also included facts and figures on the world’s most famous cyclists and iconic races, plus information on the history of cycling, how to choose a bike, and what kit to take"-- adapted from Amazon.com.

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PUBLISHED
New York : DK Publishing, 2021.
Year Published: 2021
Description: 256 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm
Language: English
Format: Book

ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9780744028850
074402885X
9780241472279

SUBJECTS
Bicycle touring -- Guidebooks.
Cycling -- History.
Guidebooks.