Mountain Biking
Published on 1. January 1994
Book
Paperback/Softback
136 pages
978-0-87322-452-9 (ISBN)
Description
With the help of this guide, the reader can experience the thrill of mountain biking. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals or an experienced biker seeking ideas for places to ride, this book provides all the information needed.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Champaign
United States
Illustrations
col. Illustrations, maps
Dimensions
Height: 230 mm
Width: 150 mm
Weight
272 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-87322-452-9 (9780873224529)
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Content
Part 1 Going mountain biking: the mountain bike difference; what is a mountain bike?; take a ride!; mountain bike growth. Part 2 Mountain biking equipment: where to find the right bike; how to choose a mountain bike; getting the right safety gear, apparel and accessories. Part 3 Mountain biking correctly: basic braking, shifting and body position; riding uphill and downhill; cornering; handling terrain changes; crossing water; carrying your bike; outdoor awareness and trail etiquette. Part 4 Healthy and safe mountain biking: how ready is your body?; improving your mountain bike fitness; maintaining your bike for safe riding; cautions for safe riding. Part 5 The best places to mountain bike: finding the best local rides; day trips and weekends; transporting your bike; planning a ride; riding the ski resorts; mountain bike vacations; United States getaways; Western Europe by mountain bike; bike Britain; Canada's trails; scenic Australia and New Zealand. Part 6 Pursuing mountain biking further: racing; observed trials; stunts; mountain bike polo; training; make it fun! Appendix: for more information - cycling organizations, books, periodicals, competition periodicals, bicycle trade magazines, mail-order catalogues, tours and travel.