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The Art of Cycling

By: Cadel Evans
Narrated by: Alan King
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The autobiography of a cycling legend that will become a much-loved classic.

The much-anticipated autobiography of the greatest Australian cyclist of all time. Famous in the sport for his meticulous preparation and an athlete who prided himself on his ability to leave it all on the road, Evans writes about the triumphs, the frustrations, the training, the preparation, the psychology of the sport, his contemporaries, the legends and his enduring love of cycling. A riveting and forensic account of his life on the bike - from his beginnings as the youngest winner of a World Cup in mountain biking to the oldest post-War winner of the Tour de France.

One of only four cyclists in the world to have finished on the podium of all three Grand Tours (the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana) as well as winning the UCI Road World Championship, Cadel's autobiography is a tribute to a once-in-a-lifetime sporting talent. This book will put you on the bike alongside Cadel as he recounts the races and the moments that mattered - as he places in the top 10 in six Tours de France and becomes Australia's first, and only, Tour de France champion and first, and only, Road World Champion. Be there on the road as he claims the points jersey at the Giro d'Italia and as he wins some of the world's greatest races - the Tour of Austria (twice), the Tour de Romandie (twice), the Settimana Coppi e Bartali, Tirreno-Adriatico, Flèche Wallone, the Criterium International and the Giro del Trentino.

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What did you like most about The Art of Cycling?

This is a great insight into cycling competition, and into the lengths to which one can push the body if efficiency and excellence is prioritised above all.I never knew Evans was a mountain-biking world champion before he switched to road racing, and all the origin story information was fantastic. It was great to see the parts all come together to allow a boy from rural Australia move to Europe and take on the giants in the cycling world.Of particular note, I really enjoyed the writing style of this book. Evans maintained professionalism through most challenging interactions and even managed to find positivity in the recollection of the tough times in his career and life. In current days where it seems almost in vogue to let the mofos fly, Evans shows mature restraint and always finds a more constructive was to illustrate his response to what he's presented with.For me, the book slowed down a little when diving into deep detail of many of the races he took part in. A take-away for me was the preparation and race-craft in the sport (something I'd never understood to the degree I do now) that makes all the difference between winning the race and winning a seat in an ambulance.I appreciated Evans' honesty and frankness when he was really struggling; such introspection and personal reflection is often missing in sports books while the writer looks for others to blame, but time has allowed Evans to look inside himself and come to a logical conclusion without minimising it or trying to hide it.The book has made me want to go for a ride! I don't know if I'll get to the hundred kilometers that Evans did (maybe cumulatively over a year), but I do know I'll find things in it to enjoy and I'll be watching the Tour this year with a fresh set of eyes.Excellent work!

What other book might you compare The Art of Cycling to, and why?

Casey Stoner's Book - Pushing the Limits. It's the only similar book I've read. Lots of detail about specific races

Which scene did you most enjoy?

Cadel winning his Tour De France (spoiler!)

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It inspired me to work harder in the pursuit of my goals

Any additional comments?

Definitely worth a listen!

everyone (cycling fans especially) will love this!

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Great insight into the cycling racing world and the love of cycling, highly recommended for all

Great book!!

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Great book really enjoyed it while driving to Melbourne everyday from Geelong! He gives a great insight of his determination!

Great

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As you delve into the career and life of a true legend, you feel as though you are riding along side Cadel with unbridled access into what it takes to be a trully inspiring champion. A befitting tribute.

This has to be one of the best sports books ever.

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Mate. I enjoyed this book as much as I enjoyed watching you race, both in person and on the box, mountain and road.

Living in the Dandenong Ranges, you've just encouraged me to pump up the tyres and hit the 1:20.

What a legend!!

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Well read and written.
A fantastic insight to life of a professional cyclist with the ups and downs along the way.

Great insight to life as a professional cyclist

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story well told from start to finish. Light on details on his personal life and very very detailed in terms of race dates, people he raced with, team politics, coaches etc. A brilliant book for the cycling lover.

story of an Australian legend

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This story is like an amazing bike ride: Plenty of Ups, plenty of downs, some technical, some serious, some fun and in the end, you feel utterly satisfied. Such a great Australian with an incredible story. Thinking I'll move to Switzerland in the near future.

What a ride

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A great listen but slightly let down by incorrect pronunciation of other riders names, like Virenque as Virenky.

Straight talk.

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loved every minute of this book. great insight into the man, the tour and professional cycling

great insight into the man

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