Classic Tours on a Vintage Cycle by John Plowman
Classic Tours on a Vintage Cycle by John Plowman

Classic Tours on a Vintage Cycle

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By John Plowman. NEW paperback with 425 pages Published by ourselves in the Old Curiosity Bookshop. (This is a print on demand title and we have new stock arriving next week, so due to the review in Oct/Nov edition of Cycle Magazine, you may wait a week for your copy to arrive- Sorry) 

An extraordinary and original touring programme devised by an enthusiastic amateur using a 1940 track cycle with no gears, just a notebook and camera. The light-hearted style and carefully optimised routes leads to easy conversion into point to point plans, using the road numbers and directions which are provided with dedicated and passionate precision.

Carried out in easy to ride sections, the programmes extend from Penzance to Perth. Perfect for replicating the routes on your own cycle, or simply sitting back and enjoying the rides on your sofa, and exploring without leaving your front door. The relaxed style is easy to follow, and the anecdotes will keep you amused indoors or out!
A great addition to any cycle enthusiast’s bookshelf.

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