I’ve ridden in the mountains for years and every time I’m completely captivated by the experience. It’s as if the higher you climb, the mountain evolves to form a new world right before your eyes. Landscapes, wildlife, natural beauty. It’s true that to climb any mountain is a difficult task, but it shouldn’t all be about pain and suffering. I wanted to try and bring the special moments of every climb to life in a unique way that hasn’t been seen before, and that are sometimes easy to miss as you pass on by, whilst also using my experience to try and form a resource that’s really focused on helping cyclists to experience the same feelings when they ride. From videos to cycling tours in the mountains, that’s the essence of The Col Collective. I hope you enjoy the ride!

Mike Cotty
Founder of The Col Collective