Bicycle Technology

Binding	EAN	ISBN-10	Pub Date	PAGES	Language	Size	Price
Hardcover	9781892495662	189249566X	2010-08-15	320		0.00 x 8.80 x 11.20 in	$39.95

The Dancing Chain

by Berto, Frank

Unlike other bicycle history books, which cover only the first 100 years, this book deals extensively with the second century of bicycle development. It traces the development of the modern derailleur bicycle from its crude beginnings right up to the most modern mountain bikes and road racing bicycles...

Simple Bicycle Repair, Updated & Expanded Ed.

by van der Plas, Rob

Up-to-date guidance for maintenance and repair of the modern bicycle. In recent years, more bicycles have been sold for everyday transportation than for sports use, and this book reflects that trend. Covered are all types of bicyckes, including city bikes and E-bikes. Instructions are in a non-technical step-by-step format, with an abundance of clear illustrations...

The Birth of Dirt

by Berto, Frank

The updated and expanded edition of the first book on the history and development of the mountain bike. In addition to the authors description of the origins and history of the mountain bike, the book includes contributions on personal experience by mountain bike pioneer Charlie Kelly and on the current and future development of the mountain bike by Rob van der Plas. The book contains approx...

Bicycle Touring Holland

by Widing, Katherine

This is a completely revised and updated edition of the book that provides detailed route descriptions with accompanying route maps for tours in all regions of Holland, which the author describes as the most cycling-friendly country on earth...

Baseball's Hitting Secrets

by Burda, Ted

Baseball remains the most popular of all sports in America and is rapidly gaining acceptance in other countries as well. And while there are many books out on the subject, many of those cover the subject in its entirety- but not in sufficient depth. But once you know the game, you quickly figure out for yourself where your strengths and weaknesses lie and which aspects need more work...

The Crooked Path to Victory

by Woodland, Les

The Crooked Path to Victory exposes the dishonest ways to which bicycle racers and managers have resorted over the years in an lighthearted but thorough manner.Whether it's in pursuit of the Yellow Jersey of the Tour de France or the Rainbow Jersey of the World Champion, professional bicycle racing has not always been fair play all the way...

by van der Plas, Rob

This book helps the interested cyclist select the best components and gives technical insights into the way they work. Essential background information for anyone interested in the technical aspects of the modern bike and its development throughout history. Illustrated with over 900 line drawings and photographs with clear explanatory captions.

Performance Golf

by Walford, Gerald A

Performance Golf offers a systematic approach to developing a golfer's overall technique while encouraging a personal style. Covered are both the mechanical, or physical, elements and the equally important mental aspects of the game...

Performance Cycling

by Baird, Stuart

This is the book to help your ride effectively, whether for speed, endurance, or enjoyment. Dealing with every aspect of cycling and the essential mechanics and physics of the bike, it provides a scientifically founded method for improving your performance--and that of the bike. Essential reading for all who aspire to success in competitive and recreational cycling...

Lance Armstrong's Comeback From Cancer

by Abt, Samuel

That was quite a victory. Lance Armstrong, winner of the 1999 Tour de France. In 1992, at age 21, he was a brash neo-professional from Texas. In October 1996, at the conculsion of the Tour de France, he was diagnosed with cancer, and given a 20 percent chance of survival-not to mention his chances of returning to the sport he loved...

Cycling For Profit

by Gregory, Jim

You don't need to be a professional racer to succeed at making your living by bike. This book shows the many ways it can be done-and how to go about making your business florish. The author draws upon his own experience as well as that of fellow bike-based businesses around the world...

Major Taylor

by Ritchie, Andrew

Updated trade paperback edition of previously released 2nd edition of same title. A well-researched and vivid account of the life and times of one of the first interntionally acclaimed black athletes, Major Taylor, who was billed as "the fastest bicycle rider in the world" around the turn of the 20th century. Touches on his struggles in America as a black athletes and his recognistion abroad...

The Unknown Tour De France

by Woodland, Les

Sometimes it's the little things in life that make all the difference, like chromosomes, sperm, bugs or an endangered seabird that nests in old-growth forests. But, what's big or what's little depends entirely on your perspective...

Ascent

by Yates, Richard

The mountain stages is where the real battles of the Tour de France are won and lost. Besides, the mountains make the most dramatic backdrops for those battles.This book takes a look at the long history of mountain stages in the Tour and the important role they've played in the careers of the eventual Tour winners.The book is illustrated with 130 historic photographs printed in duotone.

Bicycle Repair

by van der Plas, Rob

A systematic maintenance and repair manual for mountain bikes and all other modern types of bicycles. Features step-by-step instructions, complete tool lists, and 500 full-color illustrations of all repair and maintenance projects recommended for all bicycle riders.

Mountain Bike Maintenance

by van der Plas, Rob

Fully illustrated step-by-step instructions on maintaining the modern mountain bike. Included are chapters on all parts of the mountain bike covering the most recently introduced components like disk brakes and full-suspension systems.Contains 250 full-color photographs and diagrams.Thumb-indexed for easy reference.

Bicycle Touring

by Vance, Patricia

In this concise account, experienced touring cyclist Patricia Vance shares the lessons she learned over many years on how to plan, prepare for, and carry out a successful bicycle tour...

Mountain Bike Maintenance and Repair

by Roegner, Thomas

Heavily illustrated (in color) with full coverage of all mountain bike maintenance and repair jobs that can be handled by the home mechanic. It also covers selection criteria for upgrading and replacement components and for complete bikes. Emphasis on gearing, suspension and sophisticated brake systems. Every latest piece of major mountain biking equipment is covered.

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The Dancing Chain

Simple Bicycle Repair, Updated & Expanded Ed.

The Birth of Dirt

Bicycle Touring Holland

Baseball's Hitting Secrets

The Crooked Path to Victory