I just recently listened to you on Rich Rolls podcast. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Afterwards I was really interested in seeing your exchange with the Shepard you talked about, and it's true, his eyes totally lit up and you can just see that he loves what he does. I really loved that part. Another spectacular motivational video Mike and crew! Cheers
Wonderful gesture there with the person with sheep and the Col Collective special was really special :)... Its enlightening to meet people... You took the rain and made this wonderful video..Beautiful music again...its fun playing videos back to back...wonderful rides and classic music...Job well done The Col Collective
Thank you Spencer. That moment with the shepherd was an absolute joy! Unbelievable. Thanks for your support. Ride safe and stay tuned for more videos coming very soon!
Brilliant video. I was lucky enough to climb this epic beast in perfect weather in July. I thought it flattened out at the top, never trust what you overhear!
I think you looks like the sheperd a little, isn't it? Very funny! You are great! Dolomites are amazing and lovely indeed... I love! This climb with sunshine is like a dream! Hi from Adriatic coast Italy and many thanks for the video.
Excellent work mike! I was thinking of you when i did it from alleghe. It was 5.30 in evening , the view was sublime at 730-830.the locals i spoke to do it as training ride ! I love how you show aspects of the mountain with the journey being more important than the destination . You gotta feel and breath thd mountains .
Jason Riley Cheers Jason! The Giau is a top climb, shame the weather was a little against us but nonetheless an absolute beauty of a mountain! Ride safe, Mike
Great video and riding as always! Just back from a 3.5h training ride in cold and windy conditions so it was nice to see a new video while on the couch :)
Thanks! It going good despite the horrible weather. Have started to ride more outdoors again and will build up to those 10h rides we where talking about. Really looking forward to the spring :)
The Col Collective Hi Mike, just had a thought.. I know its not an alpine climb but have you ridden the Transfăgărăşan road in Romania? After seeing it on Top Gear as one of their best ever roads I've longed to ride it as we have a support team out there at work! Its like someone threw scalextric track on the side of the mountain with all the switchbacks.... Its awesome! Obviously I'd also love to try any continental climbs too as i do not have much to choose from in my local Essex!!! Thanks for these video's it gives me something to dream of
Fantastic! More Cotty Brilliance! Thank you once again for being a source of my inspiration to hit these cols. When I read over 10% for almost 2km (bend 11-20) my legs starting hurting. I think of the pros who can do 3 or 4 cols in one stage ? Super Human beings! But Mike, Again, no one around you on the road ? What time of day was this ? Keep up the good work -simon
Thank you Simon! The Giau is a toughie for sure, steep all the way! We shot this one morning at the start of September. Early or late season is the time to ride in the Dolomites. August is very busy. Take care and catch you on the road again soon. M
I am siting here and writing policy papers listening to the col collective playlist...damn making it difficult for myself :P .... Well noticed one thing Mike Cotty almost speak nonchalantly on the climbs as if he is sitting for a tea with you !!!!
Beautifully done clip. I’m riding the Giau this Summer. Can’t wait!
Enjoy!! Hope you have better weather, it’s a beauty!!!
Brilliant lad! I always enjoy these videos immensely, great vibe and inspiration to sling a leg over the steed and head out on an explore
Ooooh yeah!!! Super happy you enjoyed it!! New video from Gran Canaria released today and more on the way!! 🐮
I just recently listened to you on Rich Rolls podcast. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Afterwards I was really interested in seeing your exchange with the Shepard you talked about, and it's true, his eyes totally lit up and you can just see that he loves what he does. I really loved that part. Another spectacular motivational video Mike and crew! Cheers
Wonderful gesture there with the person with sheep and the Col Collective special was really special :)... Its enlightening to meet people... You took the rain and made this wonderful video..Beautiful music again...its fun playing videos back to back...wonderful rides and classic music...Job well done The Col Collective
You've done it again Mike, inspired, brought a sense of wonder and peaceful relaxation at the same time.. what a beautiful climb..thank you
Thank you Spencer. That moment with the shepherd was an absolute joy! Unbelievable. Thanks for your support. Ride safe and stay tuned for more videos coming very soon!
Brilliant video. I was lucky enough to climb this epic beast in perfect weather in July. I thought it flattened out at the top, never trust what you overhear!
Matthew Holberton Ha! The last part is one of the hardest sections! Ride safe. Mike
Thank you so much for all these cycling moments and beautifull sights!
The best sport and the best people.
Great work and Fantastic video! BRAVO
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Going to be there riding at the end of July. Thanks for wetting my appetite Mike
I think you looks like the sheperd a little, isn't it? Very funny! You are great! Dolomites are amazing and lovely indeed... I love! This climb with sunshine is like a dream! Hi from Adriatic coast Italy and many thanks for the video.
This is really pure
pleasure for watching
Amazing
Awesome
Atractive
BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO
Excellent work mike! I was thinking of you when i did it from alleghe. It was 5.30 in evening , the view was sublime at 730-830.the locals i spoke to do it as training ride ! I love how you show aspects of the mountain with the journey being more important than the destination . You gotta feel and breath thd mountains .
Nice one Michael. The Giau and I have met several times...... always interesting, very disappoints :)
One of my favorites as it is a bit out of the way and not as well known. Amazing route and thanks for the great videos.
Jason Riley Cheers Jason! The Giau is a top climb, shame the weather was a little against us but nonetheless an absolute beauty of a mountain! Ride safe, Mike
Excellent video,excellent music.congrats
Great video and riding as always! Just back from a 3.5h training ride in cold and windy conditions so it was nice to see a new video while on the couch :)
Good work Staffan. How's the training going for Styrkeprøven? All good I hope! M
Thanks! It going good despite the horrible weather. Have started to ride more outdoors again and will build up to those 10h rides we where talking about. Really looking forward to the spring :)
Love all your videos Mike! Thanks to you and your crew!
awsome work again Mike! And the film crew too!
Rich Tinsley Thanks Rich!
The Col Collective
Hi Mike, just had a thought.. I know its not an alpine climb but have you ridden the Transfăgărăşan road in Romania? After seeing it on Top Gear as one of their best ever roads I've longed to ride it as we have a support team out there at work! Its like someone threw scalextric track on the side of the mountain with all the switchbacks.... Its awesome!
Obviously I'd also love to try any continental climbs too as i do not have much to choose from in my local Essex!!!
Thanks for these video's it gives me something to dream of
Great video, can't wait to see how i do on this one.
Good luck Patrick! Don't forget to post your photo from the top #colcollector to join our Col Community! M
awesome as usual, love this
Fantastic! More Cotty Brilliance! Thank you once again for being a source of my inspiration to hit these cols. When I read over 10% for almost 2km (bend 11-20) my legs starting hurting. I think of the pros who can do 3 or 4 cols in one stage ? Super Human beings! But Mike, Again, no one around you on the road ? What time of day was this ?
Keep up the good work -simon
Thank you Simon! The Giau is a toughie for sure, steep all the way! We shot this one morning at the start of September. Early or late season is the time to ride in the Dolomites. August is very busy. Take care and catch you on the road again soon. M
I am siting here and writing policy papers listening to the col collective playlist...damn making it difficult for myself :P .... Well noticed one thing Mike Cotty almost speak nonchalantly on the climbs as if he is sitting for a tea with you !!!!
Rahul Kotabage Hee-hee! Thanks for making me smile today! Mike
beautiful wheelset
These are so good, best thing in my sub box at the moment! What's up next?
Rob Phillips Stay tuned Rob, I think we'll go with a little climb from the Alps next :-)
Sei bravissimo
4:08 Very cool!!!
5:00 TÜRKİYE !!!
Mike IDOLO
I'd want the Giau, the Zoncolan, the Mortirolo and the Stelvio
Yew!
would be fantastic a version of your channel in Spanish
In all of your videos, what I see your standing up in your saddle. haha..
What is the music track?
Hi Owen, we have a library of royalty free music and work with various composers, however the tracks are not commercially available.