Maglia Rosa

Over 312 pages, Sykes takes the reader on an inspiring, magical journey. In so doing he evokes 100 years of the race for the maglia rosa, the mythical pink jersey of the race leader. In addition the book contains over 100 stunning photographs, a century of Italy's great sporting festical captured on film. The work uncovers the myths and legends of Italy's very own grand tour, first run off in 1909. Legends like Coppi, Batali, Merckx, Gimondi and Moser are featured, but so too are the likes of Brunero and Guerra, Valetti and Ziloli, icons of the Giro whose stories have never been told in English.

Specifications

• Maglia Rosa -Triumph and Tragedy at the Giro d’Italia
• Maglia Rosa is the first of its kind in the English language , and is written by Turin resident and regular Rouleur contributor Herbie Sykes.
• Over 312 pages
• The book will provide race fans with a veritable feast of history.
• Hardback
• ISBN 9780956423351