Series of mountains -- get hot cycling (5)

I believe the answer is:

range

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'series of mountains' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for range that I've seen before include "Number of items in a series" , "Where to cook" , "Stove; variety" , "Full choice of clothes" , "Compass - scope" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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