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Born to Ride Stephen Roche

Born to Ride By Stephen Roche

Born to Ride by Stephen Roche

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Summary

In June the author won the Giro d'Italia, fighting a ferocious battle against not only his rivals but also against his teammates and an angry, partisan Italian crowd. In July Roche secured the yellow jersey in the Tour de France, blacking out shortly after crossing the line following a superhuman effort. This title tells his story.

Born to Ride Summary

Born to Ride: The Autobiography of Stephen Roche by Stephen Roche

In 1987, Irish cycling legend Stephen Roche had an extraordinary year - the year to end all years.

June 1987: Winner of the Giro d'Italia
July 1987: Secured the yellow jersey at the Tour De France
September 1987: Victory at the World Cycling Championships in Austria

By winning the Giro d'Italia, Tour de France and world championships in the same season, Stephen Roche defied all odds to win cycling's 'triple crown'.Born to Ride, his first full autobiography, takes this extraordinary year as the starting point to explore the rest of his life. He doesn't hold back as he examines the many ups and downs of his time on and off the bike, scrutinising victories, defeats, rivals, serious injury, doping allegations and agonising family breakdown. Beneath the charm and rare natural talent, Roche finally reveals himself as a smiling assassin - a master strategist who lives to attack.

'One of the most riveting sporting biographies I've read' Herald

Born to Ride Reviews

Fascinating...a compelling read * Cycling Shorts *
One of the most riveting sporting biographies I've read for ages * Herald *
While most people focus on his famous year in 1987, it's often forgotten just how precocious a cyclist Roche was early on in his career...an entertaining read -- John Whitney * Bike Radar *
The intimacy and tone of a fireside chat - possibly lubricated with a generous nightcap -- Daniel Friebe * Outdoor Fitness *
Highly recommended * Cycling World *

About Stephen Roche

Stephen Roche was born in Dundrum, Dublin, Ireland. As a road racing cyclist, over the course of 13 years, he recorded 58 professional career wins, including the Tour de France, the Giro d'Italia and the World Road Racing Championship, all of which he won in 1987. Since retiring Stephen has set up and built Stephen Roche Cycling Holidays and Training Camps, based in Majorca and worked as a commentator for Eurosport. Born to Ride is his first full autobiography.

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GOR005246921
9780224091916
0224091913
Born to Ride: The Autobiography of Stephen Roche by Stephen Roche
Stephen Roche
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Vintage Publishing
20130502
304
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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