A Basic Guide to Cycling |
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| Author:
| Parker, Joey L.
Ledeboer, Suzanne |
| Editor:
| Horn, Geoffrey M. |
| Series title: | Official U. S. Olympic Sports Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-58000-071-0 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2001 |
| Publisher: | Griffin Publishing Group
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $9.95 |
Book Description:
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Whether your idea of fun is riding your ten-speed around the neighbourhood or facing the challenges of off-road racing, A Basic Guide to Cycling offers savvy tips for safety and enjoyment. This book provides practical suggestions for buying a bicycle, caring for your bike, and getting and keeping fit. You'll also find up-to-date advice on how to join the community of cyclists, wherever you live. In simple, non-technical language, A Basic Guide to Cycling explains the three disciplines...
More DescriptionWhether your idea of fun is riding your ten-speed around the neighbourhood or facing the challenges of off-road racing, A Basic Guide to Cycling offers savvy tips for safety and enjoyment. This book provides practical suggestions for buying a bicycle, caring for your bike, and getting and keeping fit. You'll also find up-to-date advice on how to join the community of cyclists, wherever you live. In simple, non-technical language, A Basic Guide to Cycling explains the three disciplines of Olympic cycling -- Road Racing, Track Racing, and Mountain Bike Racing. Special features include: Results of the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia; Profiles of leading US Olympic cyclists; Advice on selecting and purchasing a bike; Accessories: what to wear, what to bring with you; Getting started in racing and competitive cycling; Coverage of road, track, and off-road events.