50 Races to Run Before You Die: The Essential Guide to 50 Epic Foot-Races Across the Globe - Softcover

Mews, Tobias

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1781314446 ISBN 13: 9781781314449

Publisher: Aurum, 2016

Synopsis

Your essential guide to 50 of the best foot races across the globe.

From iconic half marathons and obstacle races, to prestigious marathons and brutal mountain contests, 50 Races to Run Before You Die presents these epic challenges in all of their mud, sweat and glory.

Including a range of events, from easy to expert, and travelling from Britain’s highest peaks to the unforgiving Moroccan desert, this stunningly illustrated book is the essential guide for anyone who wants to test themselves by taking on some of the world’s most celebrated and rewarding physical challenges.

With each race tried, tested and finished by the author, the book features first-hand accounts of the challenges, highlights and insider tips on what to expect, plus stunning photography and race graphics, including elevation charts, finisher rates and race-specific facts for each race.

About this title

About the Author

Formerly a Captain in the British Army, TOBIAS MEWS retired his commission in order to pursue a career in journalism. His work has been published in the Daily Telegraph, Runner's World, Men's Health and Triathlete's World. Tobias has tackled many of what are regarded as the toughest races in the world, from mountain bike stage-races across South Africa to iron man triathlons in Norway.

From the Back Cover

Including a range of events, from easy to expert, and travelling from Britain’s highest peaks to the unforgiving Moroccan desert, this stunningly illustrated book is the essential guide for anyone who wants to test themselves by taking on some of the world’s most celebrated and rewarding physical challenges.

Edition details

• Publisher: Aurum
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1781314446
• ISBN 13: 9781781314449
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 240