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

[@jimiscott]

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

[@Barncatfish]

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.

[@mertaktalay1448]

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]

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

[@iancrichton]

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

[@colleendito2046]

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

[@nightfly222]

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

[@trancenikola]

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

[@LAnonHubbard]

The Flying Spaghetti Monster could chip in and help too.

[@undentifiedkc]

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

[@MrPradeepkamble]

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

[@martinwilson2660]

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!

[@Jack-hv8zx]

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

[@LucaP]

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

[@strokenumber3]

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]

David Simons Let me know how it goes David!!

[@philipcouture4019]

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......

[@skoockum]

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

[@TheKinsayan]

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

[@mikeclark8390]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Mike Clark Thank you for your support Mike. Peace.

[@DavidYamaha]

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

[@MikeCotty]

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

[@johnnimmo4114]

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

[@joaopauloserra3599]

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

[@ChuiStrong]

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!

[@peterfish8619]

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.

[@Runexeter]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Mark Payne Thank you Mark!

[@m3ta1head]

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]

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

[@leftymadrid]

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!!!

[@mikeausmunchen4211]

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

[@richardwoodworth8357]

A truly outstanding achievement. Well done Mike

[@andrew1976williams]

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]

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]

Cheers Mike...thanks for your encouragement.

[@MikeCotty]

Andrew Williams You're welcome Andrew. M

[@keithgordon702]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Keith Gordon Thanks Keith! 👍🏻

[@MarlonKruis]

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

[@stevemarshall7782]

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

[@parttroll1]

Amazing feat of endurance stamina and will power

[@dh71]

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

[@davidverbeeck9066]

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

[@mickeyb2927]

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

[@danielrutz527]

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

[@clementperisse1931]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Clément Périsse thank you for your appreciation. 👍🏻

[@natbell731]

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

[@georgegilles9008]

Simply amazing. Now that is what I call stamina.

[@leroyyoder3494]

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]

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

[@glenandi5913]

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

[@Phaidrus]

Epic, inspirational. Congratulations Sir!

[@alexanderturan5544]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Alexander Turan Thank you Alexander!

[@daviddeatsch818]

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]

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

[@edwardhodgson3122]

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

[@Soooeren]

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

[@aemediainc]

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)

You are amazing Mike! Great respect!

[@badkron]

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.

[@leedorney]

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

[@MikeCotty]

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

[@kerijeka]

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]

Good luck with the 300km ride!!!!

[@tombyrne5983]

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

[@DougBruce]

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]

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

[@AndrewTonneman]

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

[@Mububban23]

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]

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.

[@johncrossley2801]

Absolutely amazing feat! Chapeau sir!

[@glennm2491]

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

[@talljake]

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

[@bitsurfer0101]

Great inspiratiion for personal achievement on and off the bike.

[@tzkons]

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!!!

[@Darthshearer]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Thanks for watching Martin!

[@lautoka63]

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

[@Theknightmare82]

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

[@MikeCotty]

That's what we like to hear :)

[@Nightwaxx91]

Wow! What an awesome effort Mike!

[@louisvantonder8155]

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]

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

[@paluxbruyninckx2091]

you're my hero, Mike! Wonderful performance!

[@MikeCotty]

Thank you Paul. M

[@marcmulzer]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Marc Mulzer Thanks Marc!

[@dinamevius]

What an amazing performance!!

[@vicwatkins8349]

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

[@MrRandomg23]

Congratulations Mike , what an inspiration

[@RixterNow]

Mike that defies words! All I can say is wow and congratulations for an amazing accomplishment

[@titusracerx]

Amazing.Very inspirational.Makes me want to try my own dreams.

[@kettenblattblog7673]

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

[@robertarmstrong4635]

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

[@jonathantaff3007]

beautiful Mike. Immensely proud of you.

[@BicycleTouringAddict]

Very inspiring and WOW, what an achievement !! This would probably take me 8 -10 days or so. Can't wait to go back in the Alps next summer !!!

[@rik20091]

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

[@psiturbo]

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

[@willbaren]

Truly awesome effort. Fantastic. Cheers.

[@ManolisMavrakis]

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

[@DarrylCollins]

Immense! Total respect.

[@pl4free]

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

[@MikeCotty]

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]

Mike Cotty sure will :D

[@TurkiyeCumhurbaskani]

Mike Cotty that was awesome, very inspiring

[@scubacollie2083]

Another like from me well done Mike what an accomplishment i love watching your vids during my turbo training sessions you are simply inspirational keep it up mate! :)

[@Rboy1975]

Amazing ride, not enough KUDOS to give!! Respect

[@pwashington99]

Just awesome! This is what cycling is about :)

[@rahenyman]

Well done. You are fantastic

[@boguszbylinski5041]

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

[@geckoyap]

This is an inspirational video! Amazing!!

[@nojsviquezo6861]

your truly an inspiration...

[@altitudemountainbikingbyju3528]

Awesome ride , scenery and video

[@TypeVertigo]

Chapeau Mr. Cotty and the Mavic SAG team. "Epic" is a grossly overused term nowadays but this time it's a fitting description.

[@zaneclone]

My word... this ride is some achievement.... a worthy use of the word epic... A titanic physical and psychological challenge. Massive kudos. I bet Mr Cotty slept after that...lol...!!!

[@ohgrijalva]

Amazing! Congratulations!!!

[@fiorenzobrambilla8482]

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

[@zenay001]

Inspirational!! Thanks for share!

[@cypriano8763]

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

[@danielrutz527]

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

[@MikeCotty]

Daniel Rutz cheers buddy. 👍🏻

[@jankorl]

Beautiful, respect! The human body is amazing, although after watching this movie i'm not really sure how much of a human you are!

[@MikeCotty]

jankorl Ha! 100% human I can assure you! 😀

[@brumihai]

just incredible! Congrats!