Download or read book The Urban Biking Handbook written by Charles Haine and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2011-08-01 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wanted to take a bicycle vacation? Go on a bike date? Convert your beater into a fixie? Or are you just curious about the anthropology of urban cycling culture? The Urban Biking Handbook teaches you the anatomy of your bike, how to dismantle it, how to reassemble it, how to make it pretty, how to make it ugly...and most importantly, how to make it yours. Bike your way through car-jammed cities, under overpasses, and over the hills and far away to a cyclist’s paradise. - Learn to repair a flat, modify your handlebars, true your wheel, and fix your bike on the fly. - Not just for gearheads: Learn about what to wear, what to eat, how to pack, and how not to get doored. - Want to build your own bike? Get started with fully photographed tutorials and inspiration from the bike lovers profiled inside. Get your bike on with The Urban Biking Handbook!
Download or read book Mountain Biking written by Paul Mason and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2011-01-15 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores mountain biking, provides tips for pre-ride checks and purchasing a bicycle, and discusses appropriate clothing and accessories for riding.
Download or read book The Mountain Bike Experience written by Dave King and published by Holt Paperbacks. This book was released on 1996-04-15 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fun, friendly primer, The Mountain Bike Experience, Dave King, acknowledged as a mountain biking "guru" by Sports Illustrated, opens the sport to everyone--young or old, athletic or not. Along the way, you'll discover how to keep fit, enjoy the great outdoors, and even change your outlook on life's everyday challenges. With an approach the New York Times dubbed "Zen and the art of mountain biking," King has helped thousands of riders discover the sport, as founder and former director of the Mount Snow Mountain Bike Center in Vermont. Now King shares the total experience of mountain biking, with a special focus on the emotional and spiritual rewards the sport can offer--both on and off the trail. After all, says King, "mountain biking is not a series of obstacles, but a succession of opportunities. Attitude, not ability, sets your limits." Comprehensive in scope, The Mountain Bike Experience covers: Conquering fear and embracing challenges Skills and techniques for all levels and all types of terrain Basic bike maintenance, including "Dave's 10-Step Program to Keep Your Bike in Top Running Condition" Trail selection and navigation Safety, repairs, training and conditioning Buying your first mountain bike and the gear to go with it Exploring and protecting the natural environment In addition, a handy appendix lists a variety of sources--including nonprofit organizations, bike tour companies, publications, and online resources--to aid in the further pursuit of mountain biking. Hit the trail with Dave King and discover the thrilling world of off-road riding.
Download or read book Extreme Mountain Biking written by Kelley MacAulay and published by Crabtree Publishing Company. This book was released on 2006 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Extreme mountain bikers take to the mountains to satisfy their need for speed and extreme heights. From racing downhill on the steepest mountain slopes to performing tricks on obstacles such as fallen logs, these athletes have found creative ways to involve nature in their sport like no other extreme athletes. Extreme Mountain Biking provides kids with all they need to know about - extreme mountain bikes and their maintenance - the history of this young sport - the styles of riding and their main competitions - the stars who defy gravity
Download or read book Mountain Biking at Tsali written by James M. Bowker and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Play by play Mountain Biking written by and published by Lerner Publications. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the sport of mountain biking, including an explanation of the required equipment and necessary skills.
Download or read book Bike for Life written by Roy M. Wallack and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2005-05-09 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ride a century when you turn a century!.
Download or read book Moon Northern California Biking written by Ann Marie Brown and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2012-04-10 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Avid biker and experienced travel writer Ann Marie Brown knows the best places to cycle in Northern California, from steep ocean-front rides to meandering, scenic trails through Sonoma and Napa. Moon Northern California Biking guides seasoned riders and beginning bikers to the best trails, paths, and roads throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Tahoe, Yosemite, and Northern California wine country. Complete with elevation charts, route maps, and options to extend or shorten each route, as well as information on bike shops, riding clubs, and bike organizations throughout the region, Moon Northern California Biking gives bicyclists the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.
Download or read book Biking the Arizona Trail written by and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to Arizona's north-south single-track bike trail includes detailed route maps, elevation profiles, and 28 day rides, including trails in the Grand Canyon and Saguaro National Park areas.
Download or read book Mountain Bike Like a Champion written by Ned Overend and published by Rodale. This book was released on 1999-08-27 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A legendary mountain biking champion offers practical instructions, accompanied by entertaining anecdotes and reminiscences, on the essential techniques, skills, and tactics of mountain biking, offering tips on safety, developing a training program, equipment, and more. Original. 20,000 first printing.
Download or read book The Bike Writer written by Jim Boeglin and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2017-03-30 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For almost seventy years, the bicycle has been a balancing influence in Jim Boeglins life. His love affair began when his sister, Ann, taught him to ride at age five, paving the way for Jim to deliver newspapers by bicycle from ages 10 to 16. Seven days a week, hed deliver the Louisville Courier Journal throughout Ferdinand, Indiana, chugging up a seemingly endless number of steep hills. Hes biked much of Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Indiana, Georgia, Alabama, and Florida. About twenty years ago, he took a memorable bike trip through Germany with his wife and two friends, exploring the Romantic Road from Heidelberg to Augsburg. Since his heart bypass surgery sixteen years ago, biking has been his ongoing rehab program of choice. He continues to bike in excess of six thousand miles per year. In addition to biking, he also enjoys golf, which is a sport based on integrity. When a golfer intentionally breaks a rule, it can lead to a loss of reputation, loss of business relationships, and loss of friends. Join Boeglin as he celebrates his love for biking and golf and shares important life lessons in The Bike Writer.
Download or read book Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides written by Paul Kennett and published by . This book was released on 2002-10 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edition of Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides is fully revised and includes new maps, photos, elevation charts and flip cartoons, as well as 50 new tracks. It's an indispensable guide for mountain bike riders of all abilities. Features: 404 tracks around the country; all new mountains bike parts; detailed route information, including length of ride and difficulty; and information on ride preparation and equipment.
Download or read book Mountain Bike written by and published by . This book was released on 2008-11 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountain Bike magazine has everything for the mountain bike enthusiast, from the best mountain bike and equipment reviews to a trail database with the recommended MTB trails.
Download or read book Chainbreaker Bike Book written by Ethan Clark and published by Microcosm Publishing. This book was released on 2014-11-28 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hand-illustrated and accessible introduction to the world of bike repair! Through working at both Plan B Bike Project and French Quarter Bicycles in New Orleans, our co-authors have gathered a wealth of experience to share with would-be mechanics. The first half of this book is a complete repair manual to get you started on choosing, fixing, and riding your bike. The second half reprints all four issues of Chainbreaker zine, whose originals were destroyed in Hurricane Katrina.
Download or read book Mountain Bike written by and published by . This book was released on 2006-04 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountain Bike magazine has everything for the mountain bike enthusiast, from the best mountain bike and equipment reviews to a trail database with the recommended MTB trails.
Download or read book Biking Puget Sound written by Bill Thorness and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2012-05-29 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Bike routes rated from easy to difficult, between 10 and 50+ miles round-trip * The start of most rides are within an hour's drive of Seattle * Handy "At A Glance" chart compares bike routes by features, including difficulty, length, elevation gain, biking time, and points of interest Puget Sound offers amazing scenery, and there is no better way to see the awe-inspiring mountains, dramatic shorelines, and tranquil fields than by bicycle. This guidebook points you to the 50 best bike routes in the region, from Olympia to the San Juans, with most tours located close to Seattle. Biking Puget Sound offers a mix of major bike routes, such as the Burke-Gilman, and the Centennial Trail, along with on-road bike routes. All trips can easily be done within a day, however, some trips can be combined to make longer outings. There are also overnight options at popular weekend destinations, including the Skagit Valley and the San Juan Islands. For each tour, there is a comprehensive description noting points of interest, food and drink stops, bike shops, road or trail hazards, and more. You will also find clear driving directions and information on where to leave your car, along with turn-by-turn bicycling directions. Helpful tips are included on preparing for a ride, what to bring, bicycling safety, commuting by bike, and riding with children.
Download or read book Mountain Biking Virginia written by Martin Fernandez and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-04-30 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plunge down steep, rugged singletrack, relax along leisurely lakeside trails, or travel off-road through Virginia’s scenic horse and wine country with Mountain Biking Virginia. Local mountain biker Martín Fernández shows both novice and experienced cyclists how to get out of the gridlock and into the woods. Look inside to find: Detailed ride descriptions GPS coordinates Full-color photos throughout Tips on riding, trip preparation, and bicycle maintenance Accurate directions, difficulty ratings, trail contacts, and more Wherever you ride and whatever your skill level, let Mountain Biking Virginia be your guide to this mountain biking paradise.
