Overview

This is an inspirational and practical guide for the adventurous traveller who wants to take two wheels to the ultimate touring destination - the Himalaya.. Kilometre by kilometre guides detail the highest roads in the world. Hand-drawn maps mark up fuel, food and water en route and city guides will find you a bed and bite to eat. Author Laura Stone has spent three years researching the Himalaya on a bike; this new guide is guaranteed to illuminate, entertain and above all, inspire. Covers the mountainous regions of Pakistan, China, Tibet, India, Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan Route options - levels of difficulty - road conditions - sample itineraries for 3 weeks / 6 weeks / 2 months / 3 months / 6 months Pre-trip planning - when to go - choice of bicycle / motorcycle - kit - clothing - maps - health and safety - visas - cultural information Route guides - practical information including mechanics and bike shops, how and where to buy or hire a bike in Asia. Over 80 original GPS route maps and elevation profiles

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9781905864041

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* 'Truly impressive', Cycling Active, July 2013 * 'Indispensable', London Cyclist Magazine * 'Rammed full of in-depth information', Adventure Travel * 'Inspirational guide', Cycle Magazine

Truly impressive, Cycling Active. Indispensable, London Cyclist Magazine. Rammed full of in-depth information, Adventure Travel. Inspirational guide, Cycle Magazine.

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Laura Stone graduated from Cambridge University with a Classics degree. An intrepid cyclist, for most of the research across the Himalayan countries in this book she cycled solo.

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