Sticky Bottle, 9781472994608
Paperback
Cycling’s quirky commentator guides you through iconic and bizarre races.
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Sticky Bottle

the cycling year according to carlton kirby

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  • Paperback

    240 pages

  • Release Date

    30 June 2025

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Summary

Sticky Bottle: Adventures on and off the Beaten Track with Cycling’s Voice

‘Entertaining, quirky and an enjoyable read’Phil Liggett MBE

‘A genuine one-off with a ready wit and a killer anecdote to hand at all times’Rouleur

‘Entertaining… Carlton shows no sign of running out of amusing anecdotes… A worthy sequel that will give his fans more of what they like’Road.cc

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781472994608
ISBN-10:1472994604
Author:Carlton Kirby
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:Bloomsbury Sport
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:240
Release Date:30 June 2025
Weight:190g
Dimensions:196mm x 128mm x 26mm
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Critics Review

Entertaining, quirky and an enjoyable read from a clever writer * Phil Liggett MBE *Working with Carlton is a rollercoaster ride. Occasionally scary but always a lot of fun. Much like his books * Jo Rowsell, multiple World and Olympic Champion *The tales, stories and experiences from Carlton engross you, it’s almost as if you were there with him in person. Guaranteed to give you a good chuckle! * Hannah Walker, cycling broadcaster *Listening to Carlton Kirby for the first time is like a cyclist doing their first sticky bottle. Before you know it, it’s an unescapable and pain-relieving habit * Benji Naesen, Lanterne Rouge Cycling podcast *Carlton Kirby is a legend in the world of cycling. This book is a must for all fans of the sport. Get ready to snort with laughter * David Hunter @cyclingmole *Carlton’s calls are more unique, energy-filled, and entertaining than any I have heard. I am sure you’ll find the same in this book * Chris Horner, America’s most recent Grand Tour winner *Carlton is the ultimate cycling story teller. He has the ability to make big wins legendary. He is a joy for cycling fans globally! * Iljo Keisse, seven-times Six Days of Ghent winner *If races went off on as many tangents as Carlton does during commentary they would be 500km long! … But working with Carlton on broadcast is like getting a sticky bottle! * Robbie McEwan, three-time Tour de France green jersey winner *Entertaining… Carlton shows no sign of running out of amusing anecdotes… A worthy sequel that will give his fans more of what they like. * Road.cc *It is an experience that any professional cycling fan cannot afford to miss * Yorkshire Magazine *

About The Author

Carlton Kirby

Carlton Kirby is the principal cycling commentator for Eurosport and has covered the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia and Vuelta a España among many other cycling races. He has worked in broadcasting for over thirty years over which time he has accumulated legions of loyal fans who are drawn to his witty and, at times, excitable style.

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