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Paris-Roubaix, aka "The Hell of the North," has enough cobbles to shake bikes and bones to bits, and enough bad weather to make it treacherous even for the best professional cyclists. Held every April since 1896, the race follows a 270-kilometer course between the suburbs of the French capital and the northern industrial city of Roubaix, and its long history and location have made it pivotal in attracting cycling's superstars and testing their reputations. This lavish, large-format book recounts the history and excitement of Paris-Roubaix. With authoritative text from the top sportswriters at France's "L'Equipe," the book presents the inside story of the race, its great riders, its traditions, and its secrets. Arranged chronologically, "Paris-Roubaix" includes an exclusive, behind-the-scenes chapter to bring readers directly into the action. Hundreds of spectacular color and black-and-white photos, many of them never before collected in book form, round out this memorable portrait of one of cycling's greatest events.
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 Paris-Roubaix, March 26, 2009
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Best book ever on the world's finest race. Lots of photos and stories. Don't pass this one up if you are a true bike raceing fan.
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RUBAIX TO STAY in my LIBRARY, March 8, 2009
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UNBELIEVABLE _ this book is such a great journey from past to present of this amazing event - well supported with amazing photography & in-depth insight into the race in all its facets - if you like cycling - then this is a must have coffee table book - if you are into fascinating endeavors, incredible achievements & miraculous victories - then look no further - enjoy it, like i do each time I flick the pages...
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A Trek Into The Mists Of The Abyss, October 7, 2008
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With phenomenal photographs and a text that delves into interesting facets of the event, the coffee table book is a great tribute to the iron men who have fought through pain and the elements in a race of survival, with the select few etching their names with the elite company of champions.
Since 1896, "l'enfer du Nord," has conquered more riders than been vanquished by the swift and strong. Sections covering the famed cobblestones, weather and those who have snatched victory from the jaws of defeat - and vice versa - are fascinating.
The book is a must for fans of pro cycling or those who enjoy exploring impressive athletic achievements. It is an incredible journey.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Cycling Hell (or heaven?), February 8, 2008
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An absolutely stunning book, detailing the history of this awe-inspiring race from its inception to date.
Clear production and well journalised personal stories provide a book you can pick up and browse through again and again
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Sharing the journey through hell, December 30, 2007
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If you're looking for a book that covers the emotional, technical and psychological aspect of the Paris-Roubaix, then this is the one. The photographs are phenomenal, the written text entertaining and the book overall is highly recommended. A must-have for all cyling enthusiasts!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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