Ride: cycle the world

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Title Statements

Full title :Ride : cycle the world.

Summary

"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"--

Edition Statements

Publication Date:©2021
Edition:First American edition

Publication Statements

Publisher(s):DK Publishing
Place of Publication:New York
Language:eng
Publication Date:©2021

The Physical Object

Description:256 pages : : color illustrations, color maps ; : 27 cm

Edition Identifiers

ISBN:9780744028850, 074402885X, 9780241472279, 024147227X
oclc:on1182577679
LC Classification:GV1044
Dewey Decimal:796.6

Introduction -- Choosing a bike -- Preparing for your ride -- North America -- Central and South America -- Europe -- Africa and the Middle East -- Asia -- Australasia.