By Mildred Locke

Published: Saturday, 30 April 2022 at 12:00 am


Whether you’re seeking out a cycling book to get lost in, are in search of inspiration or advice, or looking to buy a gift for a cycling bookworm, we’ve got you covered. These are the best cycling books, according to the BikeRadar team.

From historical tales of the Tour de France and epic trans-continental adventures, to training and nutrition guides and beautiful coffee table books, there’s bound to be something here for everyone.

Because the selection is so vast, we’ve broken our picks down into categories that should help you narrow down your choices to something you’re sure to love.

Click one of the links below to fast-track to a particular section, or read on to browse the whole list.

 

Cycling books about pro racing

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Let your roadie friend get lost in stories of the great races.
Various

If you’re buying for someone who is an avid follower of the racing each year, they’re sure to enjoy one of the many books that celebrate the best of the race calendar.

The Official History of the Tour de France, Serge Laget

A celebration of the world’s most famous endurance event in the calendar, with stories from each major era of the race, more than 300 photographs (some dating way back to the 19th century), copies of souvenir brochures, period newspaper articles, posters, stickers, postcards and much more.

  • RRP £20 / $29.95