Edward Pickering

Pedal power has never been more popular. More and more people are getting on their bikes for leisure, commuting and fitness, as well as exploring the thrills of cycle racing. Among the most challenging sports in the world, competitive cycling is a high-speed, high-adrenaline experience, and Cycling for Competition is the essential handbook for novices and more accomplished racers alike....

Sportive events are the equivalent of marathon running, in which cyclists are involved in a personal fight to ride long distances. Mountain biking can be fast and furious, although always fun. There are many variations of this sport, from trail riding and four-cross to slalom and dirt-jump riding. This volume is the essential guide for any cyclist who wants to...

Leisure riding, touring, cycle repair and maintenance, hybrids, mountain bikes, tourers, and BMX for kids.