Whether you're traveling across town or across Africa, racing through city traffic or dodging rocks on the mountain bike race circuit, here's the low-down that will help you enjoy the simple pleasures of your bike to its fullest potential. Sort through all the choices of bikes to buy. Once you have the right one, find out how to fine-tune it to suit your build. Choose the gear you'll need in hot and cold weather, learn safe cycling tips, and see how to perform bike maintenance tasks. Check out the information on mountain bike trail skills and route planning. Follow bike touring advice on luggage, packing your bike, and expeditions. Get the scoop on racing, including MTB orienteering, BMX and observed trails, road and track racing, and cyclo-cross. Essential reading for all cyclists, from pleasure pedalers to daring downhillers. 192 pages (all in color), 9 x 12.
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