This lavishly and visually stunning book is far more than just a fan project. It is a sponsor's lovingly produced tribute to Nino Schurter, arguably the best mountain bike racer of all time. The book offers deep insights into an extraordinary career, showing Schurter not only as an athlete, but also from his personal and family side. The technical look back is particularly fascinating: using his original racing bikes, the development of bike technology can be traced over two decades of top-class sport.

Training fans and data enthusiasts will also get their money's worth: the book contains numerous performance data and physiological measurements - a rare look behind the scenes of Schurter's impressive physique.

All in all, an inspiring and multi-layered approach to the world of an exceptional athlete. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in mountain bike history, technology and training culture.