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Merckx 69
Celebrating the world's greatest cyclist in his finest year
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Synopsis
Merckx 69 documents Eddy Merckx in 1969 - considered to be the best year of Merckx's road cycling career. Written by a close friend of Merckx, this beautifully produced book features previously unpublished photographs by Tonny Strouken - who spent most of 1969 following Merckx during his epic racing season.
Featuring a prologue from Eddy Merckx, this is a lovingly produced paean to one of cycling's greats, in this, his 69th year. New & Used
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What Reviewers Are Saying
This year Eddy Merckx turned 70, and what better way to celebrate than to give yourself a copy of Merckx 69, which brings to life arguably Merckx's most successful year on a bicycle * Cyclist * utterly fabulous ...the photos are glorious, fascinating, engaging and addictive * The Washing Machine Post * will prove irresistible for any serious collector of cycling books. ...Merckx fans tend to be 'completests' and their 'Merckx corner' of the bookshelf will look bare without this mighty tome. * The Tour * A fine book chronicling the finest year of the finest cyclist. * The Inner Ring * sumptuous * Guardian * beautifully produced...the black and white photographs are mesmerising. * Outdoor Fitness * With the wealth of faces and places on display, you could skip the words entirely and still be entertained. * Pro Cycling * remarkable * The Herald * This lovely coffee table book ... capture[s] not only Eddy Merckx at the peak of his athletic prowess but the nuances, fashions and vibe of his era too. * Cycle Sport *