Twenty-one of the most famous, not-so-famous, and infamous mountain climbs of the European cycling world. Favourites of the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia and just about everyone able and willing to turn a pedal.
This is a first draft, digital version of a printed hardback coffee table-size photographic book. The book is split into two parts.
The digital version demonstrates how the available content and likely chapter structure would present. I am open to suggestions regarding all aspects of design, content, and presentation.
The size is 11 inches x 11 inches. The final page totals are expected to be around 260 pages.
Roll over and click the full-screen button for enhanced navigation, desktop only. All photographs are original high-resolution images. All images are copyright davidt. All rights reserved.
Part One
Includes climbs one to eight in the French Alps. Alpe d'Huez to Mont Ventoux, including the Col du Galibier. Plus, a chapter explores cycling fans' experience attending Tour de France live stages.
According to roadtrips.com and various other sports websites, the Tour de France has an annual television audience of 3.5 billion viewers.
Making it the biggest sporting event on the planet. This book seeks to expand on the annual interest in cycling and the scenic mountain roads made famous by the Tour de France ant the Giro d'Italia.
Part Two
Continues with coverage of the climbs of the French Pyrenees together with the Col du Tourmalet and its significance to the Tour de France. The Swiss and Italian Alps, including the Passo Stelvio and the Furka Pass. The Dolomites and the climbs of the Sellaronda. The Passo Giau and more.
Available on request.
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