The Road to Mont-Blanc - 1000km & 21 Mountains Non-Stop

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  • @mertaktalay1448
    @mertaktalay1448 8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I started cycling last year and your videos inspired me to venture Alpe D'huez. I've done it, only to be one of the slowest ascends on Strava. But I've done it, nevertheless. Col collective is an amazing channel and thank you for being the goat.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations Mert, that's what we love to hear! Keep pedalling my friend! Mike

  • @Barncatfish
    @Barncatfish 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Difficult to comprehend doing 600 extreme miles day and night in bad weather with only brief rest. Most i ever managed was 160 in a day. Kudos young man, safe travels.

  • @jimiscott
    @jimiscott 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Have watched this several times...amazing....Mike crawling up the Stelvio having ridden through the night rain is me doing my first climb.

  • @iancrichton
    @iancrichton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I keep coming back to this, what a fantastic cyclist he is.

  • @colleendito2046
    @colleendito2046 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything about this video was beautiful. The world needs more men like Mike Cotty.
    I feel inspired, thank you.

  • @trancenikola
    @trancenikola 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Cycling is love, cycling is life, God please keep all cyclists in the world

    • @LAnonHubbard
      @LAnonHubbard 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Flying Spaghetti Monster could chip in and help too.

  • @nightfly222
    @nightfly222 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing, simply amazing ! The physical and mental toughness it take to accomplish this feat, you earn my respect.

  • @martinwilson2660
    @martinwilson2660 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again; you sir, are a different breed. Phenomenal effort. I was mentally exhausted watching it!

  • @strokenumber3
    @strokenumber3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Planning my own epic, from south of Thailand to North across the tops of the mountain ranges that run north to south. Mike's epic here helps preparation, confirms human endurance can be strong. I'll be 61 yrs old when I start, will take me 2 weeks or so. Mike's experience here makes me jealous though, what a truly epic journey and ride, well done Mike.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      David Simons Let me know how it goes David!!

  • @Jack-hv8zx
    @Jack-hv8zx 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is incredible, no idea how you've managed this! Hats off!

  • @undentifiedkc
    @undentifiedkc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    watched it for the 10th times, still amazed by your dedication

  • @LucaP
    @LucaP 10 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    it would still be challenging on a ten-days schedule with all those famous HC climbs!

  • @MrPradeepkamble
    @MrPradeepkamble 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such people are gifted with full of energy , stamina , motivation and live there own life

  • @mikeclark8390
    @mikeclark8390 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mike, you're my hero, and inspiration! Absolutely phenomenal feat!
    Thanks for sharing!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Clark Thank you for your support Mike. Peace.

  • @skoockum
    @skoockum 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm gonna watch this over and over and over.

  • @DavidYamaha
    @DavidYamaha 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have no more words .... you are amazing and an inspiration, Mike! Great and professional video...keep going!!!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your appreciation David, it means a great deal. Peace. Mike

  • @philipcouture4019
    @philipcouture4019 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simply amazing and very inspirational! I can only last three hours on my mountain bike while you just did 50+ hours!
    You are a huge inspiration and you have my upmost respect!
    My dream is to one day, be able to MTB around Mount Blanc... I have a long ways to go......

  • @MarlonKruis
    @MarlonKruis 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG.......what an epic ride! Gratz Mike!!

  • @andrew1976williams
    @andrew1976williams 9 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Wow! I've just stumbled across this video as a beginner cyclist. I've watched it several times, most recently with my 11 year old son. It is utterly incredible, a truly amazing achievement. What an inspiration. Makes me want to do more cycling! Thanks... and well done.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Andrew Williams Thank you Andrew. It makes me feel very happy that you and your son have been able to get something from this ride, that's wonderful. Ride safe and if you need any advice or I can help you in anyway then please feel free to get in touch any time. Peace, Mike

    • @andrew1976williams
      @andrew1976williams 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers Mike...thanks for your encouragement.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Andrew Williams You're welcome Andrew. M

  • @joaopauloserra3599
    @joaopauloserra3599 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The human body is capable to do amazing things. Congratulations, Sir. And thanks for this inspiring video.

  • @TheKinsayan
    @TheKinsayan 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's deep... You went far... so far... You touched the sky my friend. You did it. That's the spirit. Wish I can follow this mind. I will

  • @lautoka63
    @lautoka63 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This man is an absolute inspiration: not only an amazing rider but gracious under pressure. Chapeau, Mike, from the Antipodes.

  • @m3ta1head
    @m3ta1head 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely epic beyonds words Mike. I can't even imagine the pain you must have gone through. You're an inspiration to all of us amateur cyclists!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for your kind words. Ride safe and enjoy the road!

  • @yiyoink
    @yiyoink 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is something new from Mike. I've seen your tutorials way back when about climbing and descending several years ago and I'm glad to have bump into another video sponsored by Mavic.
    Great effort Mike, and glad to see you're still on the road!

  • @johnnimmo4114
    @johnnimmo4114 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We all bow our heads in respect and gratitude for such an epic achievement.congrats mate!!!!!

  • @Runexeter
    @Runexeter 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an epic ride, I doubt there would be many that could go that long and high...congratulations Mike.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mark Payne Thank you Mark!

  • @peterfish8619
    @peterfish8619 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    dude. respect. beyond words. but here are a few: I've watched your col collective for years and enjoyed every one of them, had no idea I had missed seeing this hors achievement until I watched it just now. I did a 1/2 everest at age 58 a couple years ago when I was overweight so I have an inkling of what you endured and accomplished. ride on my friend.

  • @leftymadrid
    @leftymadrid 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ah, I am speechless, it is unbelievable really, pure love in cycling! The fitness of this man, mentally and physically is not human. I mean that in a good way of course...just amazing!!!

  • @richardwoodworth8357
    @richardwoodworth8357 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A truly outstanding achievement. Well done Mike

  • @keithgordon702
    @keithgordon702 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've probably commented before but I will again...absolutely stunning and inspirational!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Keith Gordon Thanks Keith! 👍🏻

  • @mikeausmunchen4211
    @mikeausmunchen4211 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this guy has superhuman power, my great respect on this performance 👍

  • @danielrutz527
    @danielrutz527 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I just biked 2 hrs and my body is fatigued for the day... Dude this guy has like infinite stamina... but I know it's things like the joy of riding and a lot of training and just pure excellent conditioning and cardio... this vid was awesome

  • @georgegilles9008
    @georgegilles9008 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simply amazing. Now that is what I call stamina.

  • @DarrylCollins
    @DarrylCollins 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Immense! Total respect.

  • @clementperisse1931
    @clementperisse1931 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    what a performance, this is unbelievable ,Thank you for the outstanding inspiration ! Congratulations

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Clément Périsse thank you for your appreciation. 👍🏻

  • @leroyyoder3494
    @leroyyoder3494 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, that was epic to watch. I really enjoy watching all of the Col Collective vids and I am putting together my bucket list. I'm 54 now, so maybe when I'm 70 I can start crossing off the the Cols!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the message LeRoy, if you ever need help or advice on the mountains please get in touch, I'd be only too happy to help if I can. Ride safe. Mike

  • @alexanderturan5544
    @alexanderturan5544 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! This is massive achievement! Huge admiration of such a feat Mike!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alexander Turan Thank you Alexander!

  • @dh71
    @dh71 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Insanely amazing! Congrats Mike for completing this tough challange. Very inspiring video!

  • @Mububban23
    @Mububban23 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is he a man, or an unstoppable cycling robot?!?!? That is simply amazing. The mental strength is even more impressive than the physical feat!!!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mububban23 You’re actually right, it’s the mental strength that gets you through something like this. I wanted to reach my goal so badly there was no way I wanted to stop. That’s the true power of mind over matter.

  • @kerijeka
    @kerijeka 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations! What an epic tour, challenge and effort! Your journey is very motivating, we have a plan to ride over 300 km in one day

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck with the 300km ride!!!!

  • @stevemarshall7782
    @stevemarshall7782 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Respect. That is something we would all love to achieve but in truth very few are capable.

  • @parttroll1
    @parttroll1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Amazing feat of endurance stamina and will power

  • @dinamevius
    @dinamevius 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing performance!!

  • @mickeyb2927
    @mickeyb2927 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible ride. You're a machine. I've started doing those stretches of yours at night. Really relaxing. Cheers Mike

  • @davidverbeeck9066
    @davidverbeeck9066 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    i take off my hat for such a achievement. this is really amazing and a proof wath you're body is capable off if you have the right mindset. congrats and my deepest respect

  • @johncrossley2801
    @johncrossley2801 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely amazing feat! Chapeau sir!

  • @vicwatkins8349
    @vicwatkins8349 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    this...guy.... Holy moly. This is inspiration

  • @MrRandomg23
    @MrRandomg23 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations Mike , what an inspiration

  • @DougBruce
    @DougBruce 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely ... gobsmacking! What a brilliant effort. What a hit list, what an amazing effort. Yes, I am gushing. But it is just so good to see someone commit to an endeavour like this and stick it out. Especially liked the bit of footage at the end of the video where you were reflecting on the effort up the Stelvio after enduring that drenching rain in the valley. Thanks for sharing. I will be visiting a few of those passes next year and will be thinking of your monumental effort as I struggle to complete one or two of them in an day.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your appreciation Doug. I'll be honest I really didn't know if I could make that ride. It taught me so much about what the body and mind can endure. One of the hardest and yet most beautiful experiences of my life. Good luck with your own mountain climbing. If you haven't already seen it, take a look at The Col Collective. We've got lots of videos and info to try and help you to the top of the greatest mountains (including my nemesis, the Stelvio!) Rife safe, Mike

  • @Darthshearer
    @Darthshearer 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superb and pure inspirational, shows how much can be achieved with the right attitude. Superb.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Martin!

  • @badkron
    @badkron 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    1000km non stop is amazing anywhere, add this terrain in the mix, herculean effort.
    I'm sure I saw you in Chamonix after you'd done the ride. I've done the Col des Montets and the Col de la Forclaz many times when I lived there, my after work cycle was out of Chamonix, over to the top of the Forclaz and back, or, if I had the legs up to the Lac d'Emosson.

  • @glenandi5913
    @glenandi5913 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow I am completely jealous that is awesome, Congratulations Absolutely amazing

  • @Nightwaxx91
    @Nightwaxx91 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! What an awesome effort Mike!

  • @Phaidrus
    @Phaidrus 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Epic, inspirational. Congratulations Sir!

  • @bitsurfer0101
    @bitsurfer0101 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great inspiratiion for personal achievement on and off the bike.

  • @louisvantonder8155
    @louisvantonder8155 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched your video and even though I am not young anymore this has inspired me to do more, push harder and look up. Thanks for your effort and the upload it has inspired me.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Louis van Tonder That is super good to hear Louis! Really cool. Mike

  • @nojsviquezo6861
    @nojsviquezo6861 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    your truly an inspiration...

  • @daviddeatsch818
    @daviddeatsch818 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you video the ride back as well? Just kidding. Truly an epic ride and experience. You are an inspiration. Thank you so much for doing this and sharing it with us.

  • @alexousley9590
    @alexousley9590 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing feat. Very impressive scenery as well as the extraordinary effort you put into this. You have all my respect

  • @jonathantaff3007
    @jonathantaff3007 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    beautiful Mike. Immensely proud of you.

  • @glennm2491
    @glennm2491 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing performance, insperational shows what the body can do when you tame the negative thoughts. Congrats!

  • @ethan073
    @ethan073 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely brilliant!

  • @rahenyman
    @rahenyman 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done. You are fantastic

  •  10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are amazing Mike! Great respect!

  • @paluxbruyninckx2091
    @paluxbruyninckx2091 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    you're my hero, Mike! Wonderful performance!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Paul. M

  • @willbaren
    @willbaren 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly awesome effort. Fantastic. Cheers.

  • @natbell731
    @natbell731 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic another WOW facter film you are such a inspiration to all bike rider's I just won't to go out and ride 👏👏👏👏👏👍

  • @tombyrne5983
    @tombyrne5983 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely astounding !! Makes me feel like a wimp just doing centuries with the odd climb ..... wow!

  • @AndrewTonneman
    @AndrewTonneman 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Respect! It's a pity you can't see those beautiful mountains in the night.

  • @rik20091
    @rik20091 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Unbeatable man. Congratulations to your team for being a role model.

  • @Theknightmare82
    @Theknightmare82 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing effort truly inspiring... looks like ill be doing climb repeats in the morning

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's what we like to hear :)

  • @narakdk
    @narakdk 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Where is the route on a map? Thanks

    • @mavic
      @mavic  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hi. The Alps, Dolomites, Eastern Alps and Switzerland, route details at 13:19 in the video or video description, 21 passes/cols, classic roads used by every vehicules. Sorry no map avalaible from this story dated August 2014. Best

    • @Phaidrus
      @Phaidrus 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mavic Dear Mavic, you've got to sponsor Mike Cotty again, he's one of your very best ambassadors. Think about it!

  • @zenay001
    @zenay001 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Inspirational!! Thanks for share!

  • @altitudemountainbikingbyju3528
    @altitudemountainbikingbyju3528 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome ride , scenery and video

  • @leedorney
    @leedorney 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a film - must've been seriously excellent all those experiences - just great to see a small bit of it ! ;)

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was absolutely beyond words Lee! Glad you enjoyed it. Mike

  • @talljake
    @talljake 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love this, love the Col Collectiv, Mike Cotty what a machine!

  • @edwardhodgson3122
    @edwardhodgson3122 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love how you manage to grow stuble into the second night section! Who'd have thought it!?! ;-)

  • @marcmulzer
    @marcmulzer 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Came here from the RRP. Wow, what an amazing feat! Congrats.

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Marc Mulzer Thanks Marc!

  • @ohgrijalva
    @ohgrijalva 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing! Congratulations!!!

  • @geckoyap
    @geckoyap 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an inspirational video! Amazing!!

  • @kettenblattblog7673
    @kettenblattblog7673 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic performance! But I think I would stop at every café in that amazing landscape.

  • @workoutmusic2660
    @workoutmusic2660 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Inspirational...congrats....respect.....

  • @robertarmstrong4635
    @robertarmstrong4635 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing! You 'd man! Rode with you in Haute Route Alps last year. Inspired!

  • @ManolisMavrakis
    @ManolisMavrakis 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done! Congratulations to you and to your team my friend! I am jealous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @tzkons
    @tzkons 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've done similar route by car from padua stay overnight at chur and then to chamonix (and I thought that was dificult)as for you my friend god bless you on exploring the physical limits of human keep on cycling!!!

  • @casparwhittey
    @casparwhittey 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    epic. Way to go, Mike.

  • @pwashington99
    @pwashington99 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just awesome! This is what cycling is about :)

  • @psiturbo
    @psiturbo 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mavic are the toughest wheelsets ever, ty for the vid.

  • @Soooeren
    @Soooeren 9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    REALLY REALLY INSPIRING!!!! THANKS FOR IT!!! like a boost for my own motivation.

  • @brumihai
    @brumihai 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    just incredible! Congrats!

  • @boguszbylinski5041
    @boguszbylinski5041 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm really happy for you mate. Great ride!!!

  • @danielrutz527
    @danielrutz527 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude moving 50 hrs... thru wind....rain...cold...dark...let alone steep climbs... Dude that was gnarly bro!

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Daniel Rutz cheers buddy. 👍🏻

  • @fiorenzobrambilla8482
    @fiorenzobrambilla8482 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    ho visto il fimato..mi hai ispirato..premesso che ho 66 annid..abito a monza,tra 2 mesi vado a tirano,salgo lo Stelvio da bormio scendo a glorenza e ritorno..lo Stelvio è come una bella bonna ..TI STREGA

  • @jsprhrmsn
    @jsprhrmsn 10 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow... shivers down my spine..

  • @pl4free
    @pl4free 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    absolutely amazing. huge props to Mike. Hope you keep at it and show us more mind-blowing rides :)

    • @MikeCotty
      @MikeCotty 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We've been working on a li' somethin' somethin' for the past few months that we hope to launch in the coming weeks. If you like inspiring mountain videography then we hope you'll like what's coming.....stay tuned!

    • @pl4free
      @pl4free 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Cotty sure will :D

    • @TurkiyeCumhurbaskani
      @TurkiyeCumhurbaskani 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Cotty that was awesome, very inspiring

  • @cypriano8763
    @cypriano8763 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    who are the 100 looosers who downvoted this. that is a fuckin ride

  • @alfsouza14121974
    @alfsouza14121974 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great man! Great!!! Congrats!!!

  • @Rboy1975
    @Rboy1975 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing ride, not enough KUDOS to give!! Respect

  • @aemediainc
    @aemediainc ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have the thumbnail of this video printed and framed on my wall 6’ wide…so inspiring (note: I paid the photographer for a high res version)

  • @johnward5983
    @johnward5983 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome, awesome ride!