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Roads above the Clouds

Out January 2026; the NEW paperback second edition of Bicycle Touring Taiwan.

Come on a tour unlike any other around Taiwan. From soaring peaks, hidden jungle towns to laid-back ocean waves, Bicycle Touring Taiwan, Roads above the Clouds has it all and now in a more compact size with easy to navigate chapters.

With new routes and maps for 2026 our second edition has updated itineraries for your huàndao, around the island, tour. Roads above the Clouds will gear you up for your own adventure. With up-to-date road conditions and local knowledge you can be confident of your path and the way ahead. Bicycle Touring Taiwan helps you navigate all that Taiwan can throw at you. It’s been a turbulent few years on the Island of Formosa but this book offers inside tips and information that you wont find elsewhere.

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With free download links to our interactive PDF and Maps .gpx files included in our second edition bundle

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Limited Edition Cover!

To celebrate the second edition of roads above the Clouds we have a limited edition cover for sale in Taiwan! Just choose ‘Clouds’ when making your purchase. Only a few copies available!

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Interactive PDF New for 2026

Coming January 2026 with .gpx maps included in the download!

First edition interactive PDF

Our original interactive PDF is still available until it is replaced by the second edition in January 2026

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Roads above the Clouds Second edition

Routes are broken down to day rides between Taiwan’s best stops. But don’t expect one route for all. With plenty of alternative options there are route options to fit all.

Look out for information boxes on alternative routes, hidden gems and road conditions. Our routes also include accommodation highlights, With some real gems tucked away.

Our Chapter introductions set the scene and help you to get a feel for the road ahead. Our new color-coded chapter headers help you to navigate you way through the book.

Unique and original hand drawn illustrations highlighting the wonderful cultures and landscapes of Taiwan.

Turn by turn pages hold the secrets and tips not found anywhere else. Use them to plan your ride and find the spots not to miss.

In book maps offer the perfect reference for our routes whilst the free .gpx files are the exact path to follow or adapt as you please.

With full color original photography showcasing the routes and landscapes that makes Taiwan so special.

Buy now with Free delivery for all pre-orders.

With free download links to our interactive PDF and Maps .gpx files included in our second edition bundle

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