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Author : Hannah Reynolds,John Walsh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04
Category : Bicycle touring
ISBN : 0957157347
In this beautifully illustrated guide to travelling across France by bike you will discover hidden lanes, stunning gorges, amazing places to eat and stay, plus the best of French cycling culture.
Author : Hugh Dauncey
Publisher : Liverpool University Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781846318351
French Cycling: a Social and Cultural History aims to provide a balanced and detailed analytical survey of the complex leisure activity, sport, and industry that is cycling in France. Identifying key events, practices, stakeholders and institutions in the history of French cycling, the volumepresents an interdisciplinary analysis of how cycling has been significant in French society and culture since the late Nineteenth century. Cycling as Leisure is considered through reference to the adoption of the bicycle as an instrument of tourism and emancipation by women in the 1880s, forexample, or by study of the development in the 1990s of long-distance tourist cycle routes. Cycling as Sport and its attendant dimensions of amateurism/professionalism, national identity, the body and doping, and other issues is investigated through study of the history of the Tour de France, the track-racing organised at the Velodrome d'hiver in Paris in the 1920s and 1930s and otheremblematic events. Cycling as Industry and economic activity is considered through an assessment of how cycling firms have contributed to technological innovation at various junctures in France's economic development. Cycling and the Media is investigated through analysis of how cyclesport hascontributed to developments in the French press (in early decades) but also to new trends in television and radio coverage of sports events. Based on a very wide range of primary and secondary sources, the volume aims to present in clear language an explanation of the varied significance of cyclingin France over the last hundred years.
Author : Emeritus Professor of Russian Richard Peace,Richard Peace
Publisher : Excellent
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2008-03
Category : Bicycle touring
ISBN : 1901464202
A guide to the leisure cycle routes south of the Loire Valley in France. It includes traffic-free routes and signed touring routes with a factfile and a text description of what to see along the way.
Author : William Fotheringham
Publisher : Random House
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2015-05-14
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781448156368
Bernard Hinault is one of the greatest cyclists of all time. He is a five-time winner of the Tour de France and the only man to have won each of the Grand Tours on more than one occasion. Hinault is the last ‘old-school’ champion: a larger-than-life character from a working-class background, capable of winning on all terrains, in major Tours and one-day Classics. Nicknamed the ‘Badger’ for his combative style, he led a cyclists’ strike in his first Tour and instigated a legendary punch-up with demonstrators in 1982 while in the middle of a race. His battles with teammates Laurent Fignon and Greg LeMond in the 1986 Tour resulted in one of the greatest races of all time. Three decades on from his retirement, Hinault remains the last French winner of the Tour de France. Here, William Fotheringham shows that while France may one day find a new champion, there will never be another Bernard Hinault.
Author : Tim Moore
Publisher : Random House
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-01-18
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781446414972
Self-confessed loafer Time Moore, seduced by the speed and glamour of the biggest annual sporting even in the world, sets out to cycle the course of the Tour de France. All 3,630km of it. Racing old men on butchers' bikes and chased by cows, Moore soon resorts to standard race tactics - cheating and drugs - in a hilarious and moving tale of true adventure.
Author : Jan Heine
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Bicycle racing
ISBN : 0976546019
Overzicht in woord en beeld van de geschiedenis van de racefiets.
Author : Edward Enfield
Publisher : Summersdale Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Bicycle touring
ISBN : 1840245603
A bicycling adventure from Le Havre to the Mediterranean Fed up with questions about what he was going to do when he retired, Edward decided to get on his bicycle and ride from the Le Havre region in northwestern France to the Mediterranean. He struggled in Normandy to get directions from old men tipsy on Calvados by 9 a.m., passed by prairies of corn and acres of sunflowers, and hit his stride on the towpath of the Burgundy canal. He explored the mystery of what an "ouvrier" eats for lunch, and was barred from a swimming pool because his trunks were too decent. Through the Rh�ne and down to Provence and the Camargue, Enfield is witty and informative as always.
Author : Graeme Fife
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780500022719
A narrative guide to the most scenic and inspiring cycling climbs in the French Alps. The Alps are a place of legend for cyclists, road racers, and enthusiasts alike. Home to one of the most demanding sections of the Tour de France, the mountains offer some of Europe’s most glorious cycling climbs through Geneva, Chamonix, Annecy, Chambe´ry, Grenoble, Le Bourg-d’Oisans, and Barcelonnette. In this comprehensive guide, Graeme Fife, author, teacher, and passionate cycling enthusiast, presents the greatest mountain routes of the Alps. Aided by Peter Drinkell’s beautiful color photography, Fife reveals each journey with historical snapshots, humorous observations, and stirring stories from cycling’s past, detailing the challenges of each climb and the key features to look out for along the way. A selection of photographs of the routes and stunning scenery is included in each chapter, and illustrated maps document the climbs of each region. Whether planning a weekend tour or an epic cycling adventure, this beautifully illustrated guide is essential reading for cyclists of all stripes.
Author : Adam Ruck
Publisher : Short Books
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Bicycle touring
ISBN : 1907595724
For Adam Ruck, France and cycling go together like a rich Camembert and a heady glass of Bordeaux.
Author : James Clear
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780735211292
The #1 New York Times bestseller. Over 15 million copies sold! Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem is your system. Bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change. You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here, you'll get a proven system that can take you to new heights. Clear is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. Here, he draws on the most proven ideas from biology, psychology, and neuroscience to create an easy-to-understand guide for making good habits inevitable and bad habits impossible. Along the way, readers will be inspired and entertained with true stories from Olympic gold medalists, award-winning artists, business leaders, life-saving physicians, and star comedians who have used the science of small habits to master their craft and vault to the top of their field. Learn how to: make time for new habits (even when life gets crazy); overcome a lack of motivation and willpower; design your environment to make success easier; get back on track when you fall off course; ...and much more. Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and success, and give you the tools and strategies you need to transform your habits--whether you are a team looking to win a championship, an organization hoping to redefine an industry, or simply an individual who wishes to quit smoking, lose weight, reduce stress, or achieve any other goal.
Author : Pamela Pease
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0966943376
Each July, nearly two hundred cyclists embark on a race which loops around the entire country of France. The Tour de France is one of the most exciting and challenging sports events in the world! Follow the ultimate cycling adventure in the pages of this book. Ride with Tour competitors through the French countryside, up dramatic Alpine mountains, then sprint to the finish line on the streets of Paris. Learn how riders train, strategize and collaborate in their quest for the Yellow Jersey.
Author : Neil Irvine,Katherine Wilding,Catherine Palmer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1864500360
This essential guide steers you along France’s best cycling routes, to the best patisseries, the friendliest places to stay and the most breathtaking scenery. Find a tour to suit you - a leisurely day trip, a week-long food and wine tour or an epic mountain climb. Including - 135 days of France’s best cycling - including Corsica; - on-the-road maintenance tips and a guide to French cycle-speak; - where to eat - from markets to cafes and restaurants; - where to stay - from camping to B&Bs and chateaux; - what to see and do, in and out of the saddle; - how to pack and transport your bike; - the Tour de France explained.
Author : Tim Krabb�,Tim Krabbe
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2003-06-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781582342900
The classic bicycle road racing book first published in 1978 chronicles a 150-kilometer European road race and its competitors in vivid, realistic detail. Reprint.
Author : Mike Wells
Publisher : Cicerone Press
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781783627097
The Camino de Santiago de Compostela (Camino Francés or Way of St James) is among the world's most famous pilgrimages: Christian pilgrims have travelled to the shrine of St James in Santiago, northern Spain, since the ninth century. This guide provides all the information you need to successfully cycle the Camino. The Camino Francés is the most popular variant of the Camino, linking St Jean-Pied-de-Port on the French-Spanish border with Santiago via Pamplona, Burgos and León. The guide presents the journey in 18 stages. Two versions of the route are described, the first (770km) based closely on the walkers' route and suitable for hybrid or mountain bikes; the second (798km) a 'road route' for road and touring cycles. It can be cycled in around 10-14 days and is very well provisioned. Clear route description and mapping are accompanied by notes on local points of interest, as well as background information on Spanish history and the history of the Camino. The practicalities are also thoroughly covered, including travel to and from the route, accommodation, facilities, kit and how to qualify for and obtain your Compostela (pilgrims' certificate). Whether you're seeking a spiritual journey, a physical challenge or just a holiday, the Camino promises an unforgettable experience - from the beautiful landscapes, historic towns and rich culture of northern Spain to the famed camaraderie with other wayfarers. Blending information with inspiration, this guide is an ideal companion to cycling this UNESCO-listed route.
Author : Geoffrey Wheatcroft
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-20
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781471128950
Geoffrey Wheatcroft's hugely entertaining and well researched history of the Tour de France is already established as the definitive account of cycling's greatest event. Since the book was last published in 2007, much has changed. Bradley Wiggins' historic victory in 2012 - the first Briton ever to secure the yellow jersey - brought him a knighthood and garnered more interest in the race than ever before. Yet the months after were dominated by an even bigger story, as Tour legend and seven-time winner Lance Armstrong was stripped of his titles and confessed on Oprah to doping in each of his victories. Suddenly, everything that we thought we knew had happened was no longer true. In this new and comprehensively revised edition of the book, Wheatcroft not only brings his story of the Tour fully up to date to mark the race's 100th running in 2013, he also reflects on the changes brought about by the scandals that have rocked the sport to its core. Yet for all the controversies of modern times, he vividly captures the essential glory and romance of the heroes who battle to conquer one of sport's greatest challenges.