Author: Chris Moran Publisher: ISBN: 9781906098537 Category : Great Britain Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The definitive guide to riding in England, Scotland, and Wales, Mountain Biking Britain takes riders cross-country, scoping the top trail areas—from Seven Stanes in Scotland to the most picturesque routes in South Wales, the best North Shore rides, and the top bikeparks of England. Whether downhill, cross-country, GPS finding, or freestyle/trail riding, there is something for everyone. The book’s detailed coverage of these areas includes all the essentials—top tips, local media and websites, must-sees, and secret spots, as well as all choice rider-friendly places to eat, sleep, and drink.
Author: Paul Molenberg Publisher: Gatekeeper Press ISBN: 1642374024 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 284
Book Description
Everything you need to be your best on the trails. This book contains extensive advice and tips that cover all aspects of mountain biking. The information is presented with clear and understandable language and visuals, making it easy to digest and apply. Riders of all ages, from the complete beginner to the more advanced will benefit from the information revealed in Let's Mountain Bike! It's an indispensable guide for those looking to hit the trails and become their best. Choosing the right bike Hitting the trails fully prepared Making the climbs easier Braking for efficiency, speed, and safety Negotiating obstacles Mental toughness, focus, and state of mind Avoiding accidents Proper bike care Much more Thousands of trails are waiting... so Let's Mountain Bike! Visit letsmountainbike.com to see more from this author.
Author: Will Peveler Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 153813957X Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 217
Book Description
Mountain biking pushes athletes to their limits, racing over rough terrain across the country. But as popular as mountain biking races are, there are few resources to help mountain bikers who want to compete. Training for Mountain Biking: A Practical Guide for the Busy Athlete provides elite-level instruction for the non-professional athlete, from beginning to experienced racers. Topics covered in this book include: Selecting and maintaining equipment Developing a training plan Strength and conditioning Developing a sound and safe nutrition plan Common injuries and injury prevention Preparing for competitions Most mountain bikers must be able to effectively balance strength and conditioning workouts, biking workouts, family, work, and recovery. This book is designed for just that purpose, helping athletes develop programs for their specific needs, whether training for health and wellness or winning the race.
Author: James McKnight Publisher: Crowood ISBN: 1847978576 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 226
Book Description
Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you into a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport. Contents include; choosing a bike and getting started in the sport; clothing, shoes and equipment; detailed coverage of core techniques for all forms of mountain biking, including body positioning, climbing, cornering and braking; techniques specific to trail riding and sections on improving your skills; tips for training and how to solve common riding problems; guide to maintaining your bike to prolong its life and keep the rider safe; trail-side repair techniques; nutrition and fitness, including hydration requirements; guide to the main race events, starting out in racing and what happens on a race day. Superbly illustrated with over 200 colour photographs.
Author: Mountain Bike Magazine Editors Publisher: Rodale Books ISBN: 9780875963006 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 212
Book Description
Mountain Bike Magazine's Complete Guide To Mountain Biking Skills by the editors of Mountain Bike Magazine and Bicycling Magazine offers expert tips on conquering curves, corners, dips, descents, hills, water hazards and other all-terrain challenges. Hit the dirt! From breaking to bunny hopping, speed jumping to switchbacks-- here are the skills you need to catch big air and experience the best of off-road riding. * Selecting the right rig for you and your budget. * Step-by-step drills for clearing obstacles, popping wheelies and more. * How to hammer it and ride faster than you ever thought possible. * Seven ways to stay alive by avoiding face plants, biffs and other crash landings. * All-weather strategies for plowing through mud, rain and snow. * Pro advice on entering your first off-road race. * Riding responsibly to save the trails. * Planning the perfect tour and enjoying a fat-tire vacation. * Tons more practical info for aspiring and die-hard dirtheads. You also get skill-building techniques and strategies from world-class mountain bikers, including * Ned Overend, six-time NORBA national champion * John Tomac, 1994 NORBA downhill champion * Juli Furtado, 1995 World Cup champion * Missy Giove, 1994 world downhill champion * Tinker Juarez, 1994 NORBA national champion * Mike King, 1993 world downhill champion
Author: Nicky Crowther Publisher: Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2000 [i.e.1999] ISBN: 9781552094280 Category : All terrain bicycles Languages : en Pages : 191
Book Description
With mountain biking now the largest branch of recreational cycling worldwide, and growing, there are thousands of readers looking for tips, information and advice. In dynamic text and full-color action photography, The Ultimate Mountain Bike Book reveals everything about this exciting sport: - history of the mountain bike and the sport - jargon, from headset to groupset - components and materials - buying, upgrading and cleaning a bike - repair and maintenance - riding on all terrains, city to off-road downhill The key is to ride a mountain bike as an extension of the body. This book shows how, with tips on handling, pedaling and gearing, cornering, climbing and descending, riding airborne, plus city and night riding, There are also tips on planning excursions, all-season biking, riding in mud, water, sand and racing. Also included is extensive information on personal fitness, including warm-up and cool-down exercises specific to bicyclists, training plans, nutrition, and injuries. Finally, there's a beautiful photo-filled section on inspiring bike tours worldwide. No other book on mountain biking combines this much expert advice with exciting color photography, and step-by-step instruction, sidebars, panels and tips on every page.