Author: Fred MathenyPublisher: Velo-News
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
SOLO
Author: Jenny ToughPublisher: Aster
ISBN: 1783254742
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
'Jenny Tough writes with the same talent, imagination, and sheer courage that she displays in her athletic endeavours. This book will broaden the horizons of all who venture between its covers.' - Emily Chappell, author of Where There's a Will 'I love that SOLO is part-self help and part adventure story. Jenny shows us all that the journey to self-belief comes with just as many ups and downs as the mountains she traverses and that, with a little trust in ourselves (and a few good cups of coffee) the next seemingly insurmountable pass is never beyond our reach.' - Anna McNuff, author of Bedtime Adventure Stories for Grown Ups Jenny Tough is an endurance athlete who's best known for running and cycling in some of world's most challenging events - achieving accolades that are an inspiration to outdoor adventurers everywhere. But SOLO tells the story of a much more personal project: Jenny's quest to come to terms with feelings and emotions that were holding her back. Like runners at any level, she knew already that running made her feel better, and like so many of us, she knew that completing goals independently was empowering, too. So she set herself an audacious objective: to run - solo, unsupported, on her own - across mountain ranges on six continents, starting with one of the most remote locations on Earth in Kyrgystan. SOLO chronicles Jenny's journey every step of the way across the Tien Shan (Asia), the High Atlas (Africa), the Bolivian Andes (South America), the Southern Alps (Oceania), the Canadian Rockies (North America) and the Transylvanian Alps (Europe), as she learns lessons in self-esteem, resilience, bravery and so much more. What Jenny's story tells us most of all is that setting out to do things solo - whether the ambitious or the everyday - can be invigorating, encouraging and joyful. And her call to action to find strength, confidence and self-belief in everything we do will inspire and motivate.
Author: Craig CatoKnack Cycling for Everyone
Author: Leah GarciaPublisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762763418
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
Knack Cycling for Everyone is the ideal new resource for anyone looking to get introduced, or reintroduced, to today’s world of cycling. With informative, full-color photos and tips throughout, it is a step-by-step, comprehensive guide that helps you determine which bike is right for you and what accessories you do and don’t need. It provides how-to descriptions of all styles of riding—road biking, mountain biking, commuter cycling, and touring. And it covers training, long-distance riding, riding with kids, riding with groups, and rules of the road. It will get the wheels turning both under your body and in your head. 400 full-color photos covering City Bikes * Off-Road Bikes Parts * Equipment * Accessories Helmets * Shoes * Clothing Changing Flats * Maintenance
Yashiro-kun's Guide to Going Solo
Author: DojyomaruPublisher: J-Novel Club
ISBN: 1718370024
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Shigeaki Yashiro is proud to be a loner, doing his own thing without getting involved with others. From studying alone in a karaoke room to relaxing by himself in open-air hot springs, Yashiro is an expert in finding the perks of doing things solo. But his solitary existence begins to unravel when Kanon Hanamizawa, one of the popular girls at school, asks him to teach her his ways. She knows just how exhausting keeping up with all the latest trends can be, especially since she’s afraid to talk about her own uncool hobbies. Yashiro becomes Hanamizawa’s reluctant teacher, but soon finds himself tangled in the antics of his apprentice’s popular friends. A lone wolf could learn some new tricks from social butterflies!
Cycling the Way of the Roses
Author: Rachel CrollaPublisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1783626119
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Guidebook to the Way of the Roses, a 170-mile coast-to-coast cycle route across Lancashire and Yorkshire. The three-day journey (alternative two, four and five day itineraries are also outlined) begins in Morecambe and finishes in Bridlington, linking scenic country lanes, minor roads and traffic-free cycle paths. Six excellent day rides, located in the vicinity of the main route, are also described. Clear and concise route description is accompanied by 1:100K mapping and gradient profiles, guaranteeing problem-free navigating. Also included is handy advice on practicalities such as preparation, equipment, accommodation and travel logistics to and from the start and finish of the route. A challenge within the reach of cyclists of all abilities and a satisfying traverse across country, the Way of the Roses takes in idyllic villages such as Burnsall, Pocklington and Settle, castles and cathedrals including York, Ripon abbey and prehistoric sites, along with stunning natural features such as the Three Peaks, Brimham Rocks and Flamborough Head.
Solo Traveler
Author: Lea LanePublisher: Fodors Travel Publications
ISBN: 140001400X
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
An expert in traveling solo details the joys and challenges of traveling alone, covering such topics as group and special-interest travel, dining alone, solo-friendly lodgings, socializing with others, traveling with pets, money-saving tips, safety, and more. Original. 15,000 first printing.
RusticoRiders Cycle Africa
Author: Beryl Doiron with Bernie DoironPublisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1449049702
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
A four-month cycling trip from tip to tail of Africa - in the company of like-minded individuals, accompanied by a support team - was the perfect way for Beryl and Bernie Doiron to marry their joy of cycling with their love of travel and to escape the Canadian winter. Departing Cairo with its pyramids, they cycled through ancient Egypt, the deserts of Sudan, the mountains of Ethiopia, the lush rolling hills of Tanzania, Malawi, and Zambia, the beautiful terrain of Botswana and Namibia and along the Atlantic Ocean of South Africa to Cape Town: a fifth of the journey on clay, washboard, rock, sand, and dusty roads. It all made January to May 2008 a memorable summer: 10,000km down roads less travelled, time to interact with some of the world's poorest people, pitching tents in desert and on bush ground and eating local foods. Again and again, the authors were struck by the welcoming faces of people with very few of life's amenities, who appear to live in peace and harmony with their surroundings. In small village and countryside, the people and lifestyle also triggered memories of early childhood, growing up on a family farm and nearby fishing village in Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Solo Travel For Dummies
Author: Lee MylnePublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1394218168
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
A friendly resource to help you prepare for exciting domestic or international travel—on your own Solo Travel For Dummies teaches you how to plan the solo trip of a lifetime with must-know info, insider tricks, safety essentials, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned jetsetter or nervous first timer, you’ll learn everything you need to know. Choose your destination, plan a fulfilling itinerary, save money, and stay safe, no matter where in the world you may roam. As a solo traveler, you’ll appreciate this book’s specific tips on how to avoid loneliness, what to do if you get lost, and how to plan ahead so you can enjoy your trip. Tuck this portable Dummies travel guide into your backpack or suitcase, and you’ll be ready for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Find expert travel tips for minimizing stress and maximizing enjoyment Learn how to plan the perfect solo itinerary for your goals Discover unique destinations and can't-miss cultural experiences Get expert tips on safety, budgeting, and so much more! Solo Travel For Dummies is for anyone who needs a trusted, comprehensive source of information as they prepare to travel independently.
Cycling Science
Author: Max GlaskinPublisher:
ISBN: 1782406433
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Investigating the scientific wonders that keep the cyclist in the saddle and explaining how the bike and rider work together, this fascinating book is the perfect way to analyse your own kit and technique by showing you the techniques of the professionals. Each chapter investigates a different area of physics or technology and is organised around a series of questions; What is the frame design? How have bicycle wheels evolved? What muscle groups does cycling exploit? How much power does a professional cyclist generate? Each question is investigated using explanatory infographics and illustrations to clarify the answers. Dip into the book for answers to specific questions or read it right through for a complete overview of how machine and rider work together. At its heart, the simple process of getting about on two wheels contains a wealth of fascinating science.
