The Call of the Road

The History of Cycle Road Racing

Chris Sidwells

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English

William Collins
04 June 2019

Biography: sport; True stories of heroism, endurance & survival; Transport: general interest; Vehicle maintenance & manuals; Sports training & coaching

Eddy Merckx. Fausto Coppi. Jacques Anquetil. Bernard Hinault. Beryl Burton. Marianne Vos.

Since the first road race in May 1869, revealed here for the very first time, cycle road racing has been dominated by iconic cyclists who redefined endurance and fortitude. The battles facing these cyclists are not fought over just one race, but an annual series beginning with the Spring Classics and culminating in the three great tours – the Giro d’Italia, Vuelta a España and the Tour de France – before the cyclists retire to lick their wounds and start on another winter of training.

How were the great races founded and developed? How have the great riders stamped their authority on them through the ages? Truly international in scope, looking at road racing in North and Latin America, Australia, Africa and Asia, as well as continental Europe, The Call of the Road is essential reading for anyone who is interested in the history, tactics or personalities of cycle road racing.

By: Chris Sidwells
Imprint: William Collins
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 340g
ISBN: 9780008220808
ISBN 10: 0008220808
Pages: 432
Publication Date: 04 June 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chris Sidwells is a bestselling author, journalist, photographer and broadcaster; a writer of books, magazine and newspaper features on every aspect of cycling and fitness.

Reviews for The Call of the Road: The History of Cycle Road Racing

Praise for Chris Sidwells: `An intriguing read for almost any reader, not only those who are interested in cycling' Tuam Herald `[An] engaging and accessible account of the race's history' Sunday Business Post