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Shortlisted for the 2024 Illustrated Sports Book of the YearLaunched as rugby hit fever pitch at the 2023 World Cup, Remarkable Rugby Grounds is the perfect title for the passionate rugby fan who will be astonished at the worldwide reach of their...

An immersive memoir about a groundbreaking surfing career, and a stunning portrait of Ireland as one of the world’s most captivating big-wave surfing destinations. ”A brilliant story” – Ray D’Arcy Born and raised in Bundoran, with the waves of the west...

Shortlisted for the 2023 Illustrated Sports Book of the YearRemarkable Football Grounds is a collection of some of the most memorable places to watch and play football around the world. Ranging from the stellar stadiums of the Premier League to...

The ultimate book of running adventures across North America featuring 200 epic routes from city circuits to off-road trails plus amazing running stories from celebrated athletes.Discover tales of 50 incredible runs plus a further 150 awesome running...

“a comprehensive roadmap to thrilling two-wheel adventures” - Bicycling Australia Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Australia is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels.  Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard.From...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Great Britain is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From...

Lonely Planet’s Best Bike Rides Italy is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail...

=destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways we cover the country with easy-to-follow trails for cyclists and E-bike riders. ...

Take your bicycle on the ride of a lifetime with the help of The Bikepackers' Guide to the World. Discover 75 of the most amazing cycling routes in every continent and use the detailed maps, directions, accommodation and practical information to plan...

Explore Europe’s most thrilling cycling routes with the latest installment in the Epic series from Lonely Planet. From dreamy getaways on sun-dappled Mediterranean Islands to challenging alpine crossings, bike enthusiasts share stories from the best...

Get ready to explore America's most thrilling gravel, road and trail bike routes. This definitive companion for cycling enthusiasts showcases 200 of North, Central and South America's best and most celebrated routes, from epic adventures off the beaten...

Put on your running shoes - it's time to hit the road, the trails and the great outdoors. In this comprehensive runner's companion, you'll find 50 of the world's greatest running routes - from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover 200 of the best places to ride a bike in this beautifully illustrated hardback. From family-friendly, sightseeing urban rides to epic adventures off the beaten track. Destinations range...

Weekend Runner Australia is your guide to the best running tracks and events around the country. Featuring more than 40 running routes and unmissable events, this book will take you – and your runners – over tropical islands, snowy mountains and the red...

Ultimate Skiing & Snowboarding is your inspirational and practical guide to the top 50 ski destinations around the world, with insider tips for even the most seasoned skier or snowboarder.   From Europe and North America to Japan, Australia...

Neighbourhood Cycling Guide to Naarm – Melbourne is an essential, laidback and practical guide to exploring the city on pedal power.No lycra? No worries. This is a fun, accessible guidebook for riders of all ages and levels, whether you...

Ultimate Cycling Trips: Australia is your practical and inspirational guide to 40 of the best cycling trails across Australia.   Journey across Australia on two wheels with these hand-picked bike rides that range from gentle rail trails with a...

From incredible scenery to dramatic panoramas, these carefully selected tours of the most beautiful places to pedal throughout Europe will delight both seasoned and novice cyclists and feature the groundbreaking user-sourced mapping technology of the...

Ultimate Cycling Trips: World features 35 handpicked destinations for the best slow travel on two wheels.Including detailed descriptions, suggested itineraries, maps, photos and even interviews with world cyclists, the Ultimate Cycling Trips: World is...

A visual adventure for the modern golfer, Lofted will transport you far and wide through the world of golf.Lofted takes you on a journey of discovery with stunning photography and words featuring golf experiences across the globe,...

Finally, a Swiss cycling guide for people who love to relax and enjoy the ride. All of these 33 day trips are flat or downhill (with a few gentle rises here and there): leisurely pedaling along rivers, picnic stops at spectacular lakes, cruising descents...

With new updates, this full-colour guidebook introduces backcountry cyclists to the exciting and increasingly popular world of bikepacking.Before his untimely death from cancer in 2018, veteran rider and passionate cyclist Ryan Correy (two-time finisher...

A compelling journey through the heart and soul of golf, bringing the sport's history and the current state of the game to lifeWhen Sean Zak arrived in St. Andrews, Scotland-the mecca of golf-he was determined to spend his summer in search of the game's...

Key Selling PointsJohn Crouch is a highly respected and well-known cyclist, runner, and walker This new guidebook highlights 45 tours throughout Southern and Norther Vancouver Island, including single day and multi-day trips Tours range from easy to...

After many years together Katrina and Mike's marriage has unravelled. In a quest to mend their relationship they embark on a year long, 13,000 kilometre cycling tour with the hope of strengthening their commitment to one another.Katrina is an adventure...

Tour This Dream Road on Bicycle, Between North Carolina and Virginia.Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway are arguably the most quintessential scenic roads east of the Mississippi. Bicycling the Blue Ridge is the definitive guide to this ribbon of...

Explore Australia 2025 is the 41st edition of the country's longest-running and most-trusted travel guide. This comprehensive guidebook makes planning your next trip easy. Including entries for more than 700 towns and cities from across country, all...