Bloody Minded

Immensely readable and revealing – Donald McRae * The Guardian *A story to tell like no other in cycling * Ned Boulting *A great champion in sport and in life, and a credit for all young aspiring people to follow. A must read * Phil Liggett, MBE, international commentator *Truly inspirational * Cycling Weekly *The humblest super-talent in the peloton, proving nice guys can win. A wonderful book * Carlton Kirby *Such an inspiring tale. Poignant and moving, and told with forthright honesty * Peter Cossins *An inspiration for anyone who wants to do whatever they’re told they can’t. – Michael HutchinsonUnembellished and honest. Alex tells what life as a professional cyclist is really like * Rick Zabel *Truly compelling.… a must read book for any cycling fan * Alan Murchison *Compelling – Phil CavellA fascinating insight into the mindset of an elite sportsman who overcame great odds to reach the very top * Simon Brotherton *If you’re buying for a pro cycling fan, [this] should be the top of their reading list * 220 Triathlon *

Alex Dowsett is a former professional road racing cyclist who has been cycling for over a decade at the world’s top level. He was a time trial specialist and in 2015 he broke track cycling’s World Hour Record.