MindsetCycling Newest Items http://www.mindsetcycling.com/index.php?src=rss Cycling resources in a heartbeat en-us <![CDATA[Triathlete In Transition]]> Sat, 12 Sep 2009 13:42:29 CDT Publisher: Ironstruck

Triathlon is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and often the new triathlete needs somewhere to turn for information on how to get started. "Triathlete In Transition" will do that for you and much, much more.

Many people feel that the sport of  triathlon is beyond their reach because they can't swim,  are unfit,  or perhaps feel they  just don't have the athletic ability. I have inspired many people through my Ironstruck books and website to take on the Ironman triathlon, and now my mission is to motivate and inspire the "very beginner triathlete" to give the sport a try and take their lives in an exciting, rewarding, and healthy new direction.

I have invited guest writer's to share their thoughts with you. They include a Naturopathic Doctor, a Massage Therapist, a Bike Shop owner, a Yoga Expert, and "Triathlete In Transition"  is proud to feature inspiration from Steve King "The voice of Ironman Canada" and invaluable swimming information for the beginner triathlete from Terry Laughlin the creator of the "Total Immersion" swimming concept.

We all have a common goal of making your triathlon dreams become a reality and in the process help you discover just how much you are capable on so many levels if only you believe in yourself and have a desire to begin a remarkable new journey that will change your life forever.

Price: $8.95]]> <![CDATA[The Tour Within the Tour de France]]> Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:20:12 CDT Publisher: James Raia Communications

The Tour de France is the world's finest bike race. The fastest and most savvy rider wins the race with the help of his teammates and a good share of luck. But as the historic event weaves its way through the French countryside and into the thin air of the Alps and Pyrenees, a lot happens away from the intrigue of the competition.


Witnessing Lance Armstrong dominate the peloton, watching the riders' sportsmanship and showmanship and experiencing the niche competitions within the overall race is sport at its finest.

But for all of riders' misfortunes, every perfectly timed finish-line sprint and all the cyclists' attacks on steep climbs, so too are there many fleeting, yet memorable human-interest moments at the Tour de France.

And thus, The Tour Within The Tour De France, a collection of vignettes and postcards from seven years of attending the race, emerged.

Hotel proprietors to French policemen, elderly women sweeping the streets in small villages to generous and flamboyant cafe owners, the daily grind at the Tour de France is a wonderful mix of people, places and things — all tossed into the spirit of the adventure.

Price: $4.99]]> <![CDATA[The Bicycling Complete Guide to Bicycle Maintenance & Repair]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 11:01:00 CDT Publisher: Rodale

This revised, updated, expanded fifth edition is indispensable - with all the latest models, parts, and repair techniques, and terrific money-saving tips to keep any ride in tip-top shape

Since its first publication, Bicycling Magazine's Complete Guide to Bicycle Maintenance and Repair has sold over 400,000 copies. This fifth edition is guaranteed to remain the category killer. This long-overdue update is a must-have for weekend riders and serious cyclists alike. Whether they own the latest model or a classic with thousands of miles on it, beginners and experienced cyclists alike can depend on this book to get their bikes out of the shop faster and keep them on the road longer. They'll discover information on:

  • Building a dream bike workshop
  • Disc brakes, both cable-actuated and hydraulic
  • Dialing in front and rear suspension shocks for comfortable rides
  • The latest crankset and bottom bracket designs
  • Overhauling freewheels and cassettes for peak performance
  • Specs on all the latest handlebar and headset sizes
  • Servicing clipless pedals for maximum safety


With troubleshooting sections to quickly identify and correct common problems, 450 photographs and 40 drawings to clarify all the step-by-step directions so even the complete neophyte can get repairs right the first time, and Web sites and phone numbers of bicycle and parts manufacturers, this is truly the ultimate bicycle repair and maintenance manual - now better than ever in its fifth edition!

TODD DOWNS is a self-taught, full-time wrench since 1989. He's built wheels that were raced in the 2003 UCI Cyclocross World Championships and prepared a bike for an Olympic hopeful's trip to the 2004 Summer Olympic Trials. Downs has been published in DirtRag magazine and serves as an editor of MTBJournal.com. He currently resides in the Boston area.

Price: $17.55]]> <![CDATA[Only Those Who Dare, Truly Live]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:20:04 CDT Publisher: Bradventures

"After settling into a comfortable pace. I became totally focused on my breathing and the rhythmic movement of my legs pumping the pedals. I asked Monty if we were going faster than last time and he could barely talk; he just nodded his head. To me, the pace felt sluggish, so I picked it up. A few miles later I looked around and I was all alone...

Whenever I allowed the pressure of the outside world to influence me (money, recognition, the expectations of others) fear and anxiety would creep in and my performances would suffer. When I focused on the pure enjoyment of the sport and doing my best regardless of the result, I was able to tap into a deep source of power that allowed me to experience peak performance."

The title "Only Those Who Dare, Truly Live" refers to applying the qualities of a champion athlete to succeed in all areas of life. It's not easy; it takes courage to overcome self-limiting beliefs and take powerful, dramatic action to shatter the barriers in the way of peak performance. It takes motivation, commitment and discipline -  qualities that will be inspired in you as you follow the 7 Steps.

The unique format of this booklet features practical unstructions and written exercises interspersed with real-life success stories from my career as a professiona; triathlete. Enjoy!

Brad Kearns

Price: $6.95]]> <![CDATA[Slow Fat Triathlete: Live Your Athletic Dreams in the Body You Have Now ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:57:55 CDT Publisher: The Perseus Book Group
The idea of participating in a triathlon may sound out of the realm of possibility for those without a typical jock-athlete's honed build, intense focus, and competitive mindset. But now Slow Fat Triathlete opens the door to those who may not come quite so equipped. After years of obesity, poor health, and self-doubt, Jayne Williams took part in her first triathlon in 2002 to prove something to herself and became hooked on the rush of the race. Today she is a self-proclaimed "slow fat triathlete," unafraid to overcome humiliation, laugh at her foibles, have fun, and accomplish impressive goals. Slow Fat Triathlete is a book for those who may be overweight, out of shape, undisciplined, or otherwise unprepared to enter a triathlon but are curious to try. Through personal stories, practical ideas and suggestions, and uproarious anecdotes, this book inspires, encourages, and proves that with a little training, almost everybody can have a great time and reap huge rewards from pursuing their tri dreams—and that everyone can become a participant and an athlete.Price: $10.85]]> <![CDATA[Tour de France, The 2005 Tour de France in Photographs]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:21:10 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
A fascinating photographic account of the historic 2005 Tour de France–the 7th consecutive one won by Lance Armstrong.

About the book

Not satisfied with merely making history by winning the Tour de France a record 6 times, Lance Armstrong managed pull another punch, winning the Tour de France a staggering seven times in all. This beautifully illustrated book provides a vivid account of all the drama and excitement of the 2004 Tour. It follows Armstrong and his rivals as they fight their battles in the mountains and the time trials, culminating in Armstrong's spectacular victory in Paris. Includes stage reports, interviews, and plenty of background information. But above all, it's a pictorial account of the Tour, packed with James Startt's intriguing photos of the race, the racers, and the spectators. Also included are some fine images by Startt's photographer colleague Casey Gibson.

About the author/photographer:

James Startt is a sports photographer and writer based in Paris. He has been following European bicycle racing for many years and regularly reports on the sport for the U.S. cycling publications. His photos have been prominently exhibited at major photo galleries in Paris and was included in the Oakland (California) Museum’s 2000 Bicycle Art Exhibit. His earlier books include Tour de France, Tour de Force, a photographic history of the Tour de France, and Armstrong's Sixth.
Table of Contents


Pre-Tour: A Retiring Man 7

Prologue: The Calm Before the Storm

Stage 1: The Mild-Mannered Monster

Stage 2: Anything Is Possible

Stage 3: The New Sprint Boss

Stage 4: Zabriskie’s Dreams Come To an End

Stage 5: Give Me That Jersey, Give Me That Win

Stage 6: Never Too Late To Start the Tour

Stage 7: The Tour Becomes a Tourist

Stage 8: And Real Mountains Haven’t Even Started

Stage 9: Perfect, Just Perfect

Stage 10: Sometimes, Even Winners Cry

Stage 11: The Next Indurain?

Stage 12: Finally a Frenchman Wins

Stage 13: The Great Unknown

Stage 14: Armstrong Sets the Record Straight

Stage 15: Faithful Teammate’s Day Of Glory

Stage 16: Pereiro Saves Face For the Spanish

Stage 17: No Picnic For Savoldelli

Stage 18: Sophomore Slump

Stage 19: Same Old Song For Ullrich

Stage 20: Going Out In Style

Stage 21: History is Not a Numbers Game

Index








　
Price: $20.95]]> <![CDATA[The Unknown Tour De France]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:19:07 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing

About the Book

After more than 100 years now, the Tour de France is still the sport’s premier event. But there’s much more to the Tour than the daily stage victories and the Yellow Jersey. This book takes a closer look behind the scenes of the Tour. Les Woodland recounts many of the fascinating episodes from the Tour’s past and present in a knowledgeable and humorous style.

The Unknown Tour de France makes fascinating reading for everyone interested in the sport. You’ll find out about the great champions of the early days, and those of the present time You’ll find out about the men who started and promoted this great venture. Find out about "the foreign legion," the few early English-speaking riders who paved the way for such men as Greg LeMond, Lance Armstrong, and Tyler Hamilton.

About the Author

Les Woodland has been writing about bicycle racing for over 30 years. He was European correspondent for Velo News in the early days of that publication. Today, his writings still regularly appear in English and American cycling periodicals. An avid cyclist himself, he recently moved to France, which he considers the world’s best place for cycling.

He is also the author of another book published by us: The Crooked Path to Victory.
What the Critics Say

Lance Armstrong captured the imagination of people around the globe by winning the Tour de France in 1999. Armstrong's strength of human spirit is precisely why millions of fans watch the race each July. Considering that the riders cover 2000 miles in 21 days, traveling through all kinds of terrain and weather, the Tour is arguably the toughest, most demanding bicycle road race in the world.

In The Unknown Tour de France, veteran cycling reporter Woodland describes the event from a behind-the-scenes perspective. Woodland's book is a credible history, making good use of anecdote to detail how the Tour has changed since 1903. Moreover, the author chronicles the many colorful people involved and the drug scandals that continue to tarnish the competition.

Library Journal, Larry R. Little Penticton P.L., BC Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.

Price: $11.95]]> <![CDATA[The Crooked Path to Victory, drugs and cheating in professional bicycle racing]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:18:20 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing

A timely book, revealing what many have suspected but had never been so clear before: In sports and cheating, there's nothing new under the sun.


* Fools on wheels: Cheating in six-day racing
* Sharp end of the needle: a history of doping
* Whatever happened to the Simpson afair?
* The shadows behind the Festina affair
* Bucking the system: the many ways to avoid the controls
* May the best man win—or will he?

About the book

In the light of recent revelations about doping in professional sports in America, it’s sobering to read that there’s nothing new under the sun, and this book gives a wonderful account of that phenomenon.

Whether it’s in pursuit of the Tour de France’s Yellow Jersey or the World Championship’s Rainbow Jersey, bicycle racing has not always been fair play all the way. From the early days on, the sport seems to have attracted more than its share of cheats.

In recent years, the use of doping, i.e. performance-enhancing drugs, has been getting increasing publicity, resulting in a tightening of controls — but also in more lies and denials.

In this book, author Les Woodland manages to present the entire story in a lighthearted way, without glossing over the sadness of events. And, as it turns out, not all cheating is tragic: some of it is outright funny, certainly as recounted by Woodland.

About the author

Les Woodland has been writing about bicycle racing for over 30 years. He was European correspondent for Velo News in the early days of that publication. Today, his writings still regularly appear in English and some American cycling publications. An avid cyclist himself, he recently moved to France, which he considers the world’s best place for cycling.

Table of Contents

1. Choppy Waters
2. Six-Day Wonders
3. Fools on Wheels
4. Men in Blazers
5. Simply Cheating
6. And Still More Cheating
7. Mostly Mischief
8. More Jolly Japes
9. Sharp End of the Needle
10 Testing Times
11. Bucking the System
12. Ingrained in the System
13. Supply and Demand
14. The Shadows Behind the Festina Affair
15. May the Best Man Win…
Back Matter:
Chapter Notes and Further Reading
IndexPrice: $11.95]]> <![CDATA[The Birth of Dirt, Origins of Mountain Biking]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:16:44 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
Living history, if ever it was written: Author Frank Berto, himself a resident of Marin County, California, where the mountain bike was born, interviewed all the men and women who stood at the cradle of the greatest thing since sliced bread: the mountain bike.

Fascinating reading, even for those whose interest in the mountain bike is limited to riding one. And the book serves future historians of the bicycle by presenting the facts before they get perverted by the self-serving urban legends put out by those who merely wanted to capitalize on the product.

This much expanded and updated new edition contains many more color illustrations and an expanded and updated text.

About the book

Relive the birth of a sport and the invention of a machine. In this fascinating book, Frank Berto, former engineering editor of Bicycling magazine, leaves no stone unturned in his quest for the truth about the beginnings of mountain biking and the invention of the mountain bike.

Illustrated with period documents and vivid photographs by two of the early pioneers themselves (including Wende Cragg and Erik Koski), this book should put an end to the question of who invented the mountain bike. At the same time, it will let you experience the pioneering days of the sport for yourself.

About the author

Frank Berto was engineering editor for Bicycling magazine during the ten-year period coinciding with the rise of mountain biking. Intrigued by the question, "Who invented the mountain bike," he set out to trace the roots of mountain biking for this book by interviewing the men and women involved since the early days.

His earlier book Bicycling Magazine’s Complete Guide to Upgrading Your Bike was published by Rodale Press. He is also the author of The Dancing Chain: History and Development of the Derailleur Bicycle, which is due to be published in its second, updated and expanded edition October 2004. He lives in Marin County, California.
Table of Contents
　
Part I. Who Invented the Mountain Bike?
1. Introduction
2. Cast of Characters
3. Definitions
4. Criteria for Mountain Bike Invention
5. The Chronological Story
6. Predecessors That Weren’t Mountain Bikes
7. Origin of the Name "Mountain Bike"
8. Looking at Figures
9. Summing Up
10. So Who Did Invent the Mountain Bike?
11. Lessons for Cycle HistoriansPrice: $13.26]]> <![CDATA[Simple Bicycle Repair]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:15:43 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing

Whether you’re an experienced rider or a novice, you’ll have more fun riding your bike if you can count on it not to break down — and can fix it if it does. That’s what this book will help you achieve. In very simple terms, with clear illustrations, it explains the most common maintenance and repair jobs for any kind of bike. The procedures are presented in a step-by-step format, and the illustrations cover every aspect of the work. The book’s handy format makes it as useful to take along as it is in the home workshop.

Rob van der Plas is a mechanical engineer with a lifelong passion for cycling. His writings have appeared in bicycling magazines as well as in book form on both sides of the Atlantic. A native of the Netherlands and long-time resident of the US, he lives in San Francisco, California.

“…a wealth of well-organised and clearly illustrated descriptions…” — Bicycle Rider Magazine (England) about his Bicycle Repair Book

“Van der Plas’ explanations are accurate and clear and a pleasure to read.” — Bicycle USA about his The Mountain Bike Book

Table of Contents

Introduction
About this Book
You and the Bike Shop

1. Know Your Bicycle
Parts of the Bicycle

2. The Tools to Use
Tools to Carry
Other Tools and Supplies
Working on the Bike

3. Basic Maintenance Procedures
Screw-Threaded Connections
Quick-Releases
Cable Controls
Ball Bearings

4. Preventive Maintenance
Pre-Ride Inspection
Monthly Inspection
Annual Inspection
Cleaning the Bike

5. Wheel Removal & Installation
Replace Front Wheel
Replace Rear Wheel

6. Tire & Tube Maintenance
Tire Inflation
Tube Replacement
Patching Tube
Replace or Repair Tire Cover

7. Wheel Maintenance
Wheel Truing
Emergency Buckled Wheel Repair
Replacing Spokes
The Hubs
Hub Bearing Adjustment
Hub Lubrication

8. Drivetrain Maintenance
The Crankset
Tighten Crank
Bottom Bracket Maintenance
Bottom Bracket Adjusting
Chainring Maintenance
Chain Maintenance
Pedal Maintenance
Replacing Pedals
Adjust Pedal Bearings
Freewheel and Cog Maintenance
Freewheel Removal
Replacing Cassette Cogs

9. Derailleur Gearing Maintenance
Over- and Undershift Adjustment
Adjust Front or Rear Derailleur
Replace Derailleur Cable

10. Hub Gearing Maintenance
Hub Gear Problems
Adjusting Hub Gear
Other Hub Gearing Maintenance

11. Rim Brake Maintenance
Common Rim Brake Features
Brake Adjustments
Adjust Brake Application
Adjusting Brake Pads
Brake Centering
Brake Squeal and Rumble
Replacing Brake Cable
Hydraulic Rim Brakes

12. Maintenance of Other Brakes
Brake Adjustment
Cable and Lever Maintenance
Attachment Problems
Disk Brake Maintenance
Disk problems
Caliper Maintenance
Hydraulic System Maintenance

13. Steering System Maintenance
The Handlebars
Adjust Handlebar Height
Adjust Handlebar Angle
Replace Handgrips
Handlebar Extensions
The Headset
Adjust Threaded Headset
Adjust Threadless Headset

14. Frame & Fork Maintenance
Frame Inspection
Fork Inspection
Paint Touch-Up

15. Seat & Seatpost Maintenance
Adjust Seat Height
Adjust Angle and Forward Position
Maintenance of Leather Seat

16. Suspension Maintenance
Suspension Stems
Suspension Seatposts
Suspension Fork Maintenance
Rear Suspension Maintenance
Shock Unit Maintenance

17. Accessory Maintenance
General Accessory Comments
Lights
Lights with Internal Batteries
Lights with Central Battery
Generator Lights
Systematic Troubleshooting
Reflectors
Lock
Pump

Appendix: Troubleshooting Guide
Index

 

Price: $9.00]]> <![CDATA[New Workout: Human Resistance Training]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:14:07 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
This is the first book on the new strength training technique called Human Resistance Training. It does away with weights and other exercise equipment and relies entirely on the resistance provided by a human partner or trainer. Contains 55 exercises for all essential muscle groups, with clear descriptions and illustrated with blac & white photographs. Whether you're a casual fitness seeker, exercising for strength and endurance, or a personal trainer, you can benefit from this new approach to strength training.

About the Author
John Laurie is a personal trainer and cofounder of the HRTA (Human Resistance Trainers Association), teaching this new technique to personal trainers. He lives in New Orleans, LA.

Bum Lee is a former Navy strength coach and cofounder of the HRTA. He holds a BA degree in Exercise Physiology and is NSCA CPT certified. He recently broke the Arkansas State AAU power lifting record for his weight class (165 lbs) at 1,290 lbs.

Price: $13.95]]> <![CDATA[Mountain Bike Maintenance, how to maintain and repair your mountain bike]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:13:25 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing

Complete and up-to-date, clear texts, illustrated in full color. This is a great mountain bike maintenance manual

* Up-to-date for the latest equipment
* Covers all types of mountain and their components
* Selecting the right tools and equipment
* Optimize the performance of gears, brakes, and suspension components
* Preventive maintenance and adjustments


About the book

To get the most out of your mountain bike, it had better be in good shape, and that’s what this book will help you achieve. From basic cleaning and preventive maintenance to trailside repairs and sophisticated equipment overhauls, it’s all covered in a clear and accessible format.

The author has taken great pains to make sure every latest piece of mountain biking equipment is covered and that every instruction speaks for itself. You need this book if you value your mountain bike.

About the author

Rob van der Plas is the author of the first mountain bike book ever published (back in 1984), and numerous other bike books. This is his latest book on the subject of mountain bike maintenance.

Price: $13.25]]> <![CDATA[Mountain Bike Maintenance and Repair, Your Complete Guide to Keeping Your Mountain Bike Going Strongly]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:12:34 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing

Complete and up-to-date, clear texts, lavishly illustrated in full color: a superb mountain bike maintenance manual.

* Covers all types of mountain bikes and their components
* Selecting the right tools and equipment
* Optimize the performance of gears, suspension systems, and brakes
* Preventive maintenance and adjustments
* Extensive advice on the selection of bikes and components

About the book

To get the most out of your mountain bike, it had better be in good shape, and that’s what this book will help you achieve. From basic cleaning and preventive maintenance to trailside repairs and sophisticated equipment overhauls and material selection criteria, it’s all covered in a widely appealing and superbly illustrated format.

The author has taken great pains to make sure every latest piece of mountain biking equipment is covered and that every instruction speaks for itself. After a helmet, this practical book should be the most important mountain bike accessory.
About the author

Thomas Roegner is technical editor for an international mountain biking monthly, Bike Magazine. This US-English edition of the book was edited and prepared by Rob van der Plas, author of the first mountain bike book ever published (back in 1984), and numerous other bicycle books.Price: $13.25]]> <![CDATA[Maintenance & Repair of the Modern Bicycle]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:11:01 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing

About the book

Yes, you can do it yourself: With the instructions in this book, you’ll find it easy to maintain and repair whatever kind of bicycle you ride. It will help you maximize riding pleasure and performance.

From fixing a flat to overhauling the gears and adjusting the brakes, it’s all here. The systematic approach, with step-by-step instructions and clear color illustrations, will guide you through every conceivable maintenance and repair situation. Your bike will last longer and give you more riding pleasure.

About the author

Rob van der Plas is a mechanical engineer with a lifelong passion for cycling. His writings have appeared in bicycling magazines as well as in book form on both sides of the Atlantic. A native of the Netherlands who has also lived in England and Germany for many years, he is a long-time resident of the US, living in San Francisco, California.
Critical reviews of the author’s earlier books

“…a wealth of well-organised and clearly illustrated descriptions…” — Bicycle Rider Magazine (England) about his Bicycle Repair Book

“Van der Plas’ explanations are accurate and clear and a pleasure to read.” — Bicycle USA about his The Mountain Bike Book

Price: $17.00]]> <![CDATA[Lance Armstrong's Comeback from Cancer, A Scrapbook of the Tour de France Winner’s Dramatic Career]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:07:40 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
About the book

That was quite a victory. Lance Armstrong, winner of the 1999 Tour de France, and a wonderful first in his five-in-a-row (and still counting…) series of Tour victories.

In 1992, at age 21, he was a brash neo-professional from Texas. In October 1996, at the conclusion 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. A year later, he was recovering from cancer therapy and joined the Tour de France as a visitor. In 1998, he started a slow and at first faltering comeback, dropping out of several major races.

But then, in 1999, he did come back. In a big way, becoming the second American (after Greg LeMond) to win the Tour de France, the world’s toughest sporting event.

In Lance Armstrong’s Comeback from Cancer, veteran bicycle racing writer Samuel Abt pieces together, not only the story of Armstrong’s spectacular Tour victory, but also his equally miraculous victory over cancer. Written as a scrapbook of Armstrong’s career, it’s a true story, and an inspirational one, proving that there is hope for cancer survivors. A dramatic book — and a tribute to a conquering spirit.

About the author

Samuel Abt is associate editor for the International Herald Tribune, based in Paris, and has written about bicycle racing for that paper and the New York Times for over two decades. He has written eight previous books about the sport and is the only American awarded the Medal of the Tour de France for distinguished service to the sport.
About the photographer:

James Startt is a photographer based in Paris. He has been following European bicycle racing for many years and regularly reports on the sport for the U.S. cycling publications. His photos have been prominently exhibited at major photo galleries in Paris and was included in the Oakland (California) Museum’s 2000 Bicycle Art Exhibit.

Critical reviews of the author’s earlier books

"Abt understands that the sport is a metaphor for life, and he uses his considerable writing skills to convey its drama." — The Washington Post

"Abt’s style is distinctly disarming. He has a way of befriending riders and making them reveal themselves." — Bicycling MagazinePrice: $11.95]]> <![CDATA[In Pursuit of the Yellow Jersey: Bicycle Racing in the Year of the Tortured Tour]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:05:54 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
In this book, writer Samuel Abt and writer/photographer James Startt follow the world's premier professional bicycle racing event, the Tour de France and the events leading up to it. The book comprises 192 pages of text with black and white photographs and a 16-page full-color photo insert.

"The Tortured Tour," that's how the 1998 edition of the Tour de France, the world's most important bicycle race, has been described.

It began with a bang: Even before the race had started in Dublin, Ireland, a doping scandal involving the number-one-rated team, Festina, upstaged the sporting aspect. And it never calmed down after that, as daily stage results and the fortunes of the race's favorites were pushed off newspaper front pages by reports of police raids, rider expulsions, arrests, and strikes.

Yet by the time the Tour had wound its way through much of France and ended in Paris, we saw some great racing. While Marco Pantani, the Italian star, was clearly the man of the moment, he shared the limelight with Bobby Julich, a rising American racer, and Jan Ullrich, who was the defending champion in the Tour.

In and around the Tour, we also find such new faces as George Hincapie, the American national champion, his teammate Tyler Hamilton, and Australian champion Stuart O'Grady. And we meet old friends, like three-time Tour winner Greg LeMond and Lance Armstrong, first struggling and then succeeding in his comeback from cancer.

This personal account by Samuel Abt and James Startt illuminates the Tour de France and the sport of bicycle racing itself. Price: $14.95]]> <![CDATA[Buying a Bike, How to Get the Best Bike for Your Money]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:03:38 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
About the book

Get a bike. Today, there are more bikes to choose from than ever before, and the choice is yours. With the help of this book, you'll make easy work of it.

Clearly illustrated and concisely written, Buying a Bike explains the differences to watch out for and how to make sure you get the bike that best suits your needs. Separate chapters on selecting the right bike and other equipment, determining the correct size, getting comfortable on the bike, buying second-hand bikes, using the gears, safe cycling techniques, routine maintenance, and basic repairs

About the author

Rob van der Plas is a professional engineer and a lifelong cyclist and writer on the subject. His books and articles about technical aspects of cycling have appeared on both sides o f the Atlantic. His earlier books include. The Penguin Bicycle Handbook, The Mountain Bike Book, The Bicycle Repair Book, The Bicycle Touring Manual, Bicycle Technology, Mountain Bike Maintenance, and Road Bike Maintenance. Until 1996 he was editor and publisher of Bicycle Books, Inc. He lives in San Francisco.

Critical reviews of the author’s earlier books

“…a wealth of well-organised and clearly illustrated descriptions…” — Bicycle Rider Magazine (England) about his Bicycle Repair Book

“Van der Plas’ explanations are accurate and clear and a pleasure to read.” — Bicycle USA about his The Mountain Bike Book
Price: $6.95]]> <![CDATA[Bicycle Touring, The Complete Book On Touring By Bike]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:02:43 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
About the book

Bicycle touring is making a comeback, and although many of today’s touring cyclist travel with organized groups, the real adventure starts when you find your own way, at home or abroad. In this comprehensive book, Patricia Vance shares the lessons learned in her many years of experience as a touring cyclist.

Shows how to select a destination, how to plan and schedule the tour and the daily stages, how to find your way out in teh terrain, and how to deal with the many big and little problems that may crop up. Reading this book will help you gain 10 years’ of touring experience before you even start out.

About the author

Patricia Vance is a molecular biology lab researcher at the University of Pennsylvania. She ws born in Wisconsin and grew up in suburban Minneapolis. She got her MS degree at Rutgers University in New Jersey, where she met her husband. She has toured by bicycle extensively, both alone and with her husband and in small groups. Other forms of travel interest her too: including a 11⁄2-year sailing trip to Venezuela and back in 1987 and 1988. Her bicycle touring experiences include tours of Nova Scotia, Iceland, Italy, Turkey, Greece, and many regions in the United States.
Price: $11.95]]> <![CDATA[Bicycle Touring Holland, with excursions into neighboring Belgium and Germany]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:01:53 CDT Publisher: Cycle Publishing
A detailed guide to bicycle touring in one of the best places on the planet. With routes in all 11 provinces and short excursions across the border into neighboring Belgium and Germany.

About the book

Holland, it’s probably the world’s most popular country for bicycle touring. It’s the place where you can get literally everywhere by bike—just like the natives do. This book highlights more than 50 delightful bike tours into every corner of the country, and sometimes beyond into some of the most picturesque destinations in neighboring Belgium and Germany. Each route is described in extensive detail and illustrated with 2-color route maps. Several of the routes make extensive use of the remaining pedestrian ferries that have carried people across Holland’s river delta country for many centuries

About the author

Katherine Widing is an Australian-born travel journalist, living and working in the United States. She has been bicycle-touring in the Netherlands for many years. Her earlier writings include several Lonely Planet cycling guides for the U.S. and Europe and her earlier book Cycling the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, published in 1998 by MBI Publishing (now out of print).

Table of Contents

Introduction: How to Use this Book

1. The Netherlands and Bike Touring

2. Pre-Departure Planning

3. Country Information

4. Food & Lodging

5. Facts on Cycling in the Netherlands

6. Amsterdam & Environs
Schiphol to Amsterdam or Haarlem & Back
Amstel River Day Trip
Lakes and Rivers Day Trip
Waterland Day Trip

7. North Holland & Texel
Tour of North Holland
Dunes Day Trip
Texel Day Rides

8. Friesland
Elfstedenroute (Tour of 11 Towns)

9. Groningen & Drenthe
Groningen and Drenthe Tour: Megaliths, Memorial, and Mini-Venice

10. Overijssel & Gelderland
Hanzeroute (Hanseatic Town Route)
Seven Hills Day Trip
Veluwe and Het Loo

11. Utrecht & South Holland
Witches, Windmills, and the West Coast

12. Zeeland & Brugge
Islands of Zeeland
Domburg Day Trip
Northern Belgium Excursion

13. North Brabant
South of the Big Rivers Tour

14. Limburg
Tour of Two Limburgs
Tour of South Limburg (including “Three Countries in a Day”)

Appendix
I. Glossary of Terms
II. General Vocabulary
III. Cycling Vocabulary
V. Weights and Measures
V. Further Reading
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No one says losing weight is easy, but Matt Hoover is here to tell you that if he can do it, you can, too. Matt began gaining weight in college, depressed after failing to achieve the high standards he had set for his wrestling career. By the time he reached 340 pounds he had given up on college, wrestling, and his first marriage. When he was cast on NBC's The Biggest Loser, he had no idea how much his life (or his waist size) was about to change. With the help of exercise physiologist Sheri R. Colberg, Ph.D., Matt separates weight-loss facts from fiction, describes his workout routine, and offers advice on choosing healthy yet satisfying foods. Matt has experienced first-hand the emotional challenges of being overweight and knows how life changes when the pounds begin to fall off. He speaks candidly on sex, divorce, and a new life with his wife, Suzy, whom he met on The Biggest Loser. Honest and full of sage, no-nonsense advice, this book is sure to inspire and guide anyone who wants to lose a few pounds or completely transform his or her body and life.Price: $14.95]]> <![CDATA[Hatha Yoga: The Body's Path to Balance, Focus, and Strength]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:17:02 CDT Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
For the 16.5 million yoga practitioners in America, Swedish yoga instructor Ulrica Norberg's fresh look at Hatha yoga ("the way of the body") will be a perfect entrée to the art of exercising to produce a strong mind and a harmonious soul. Focusing on pacing, not perfection, Norberg explains proper breathing and asanas, poses developed to increase consciousness, relaxation, strength, and concentration. Throughout, she maintains a thoughtful balance between philosophy and instruction, and offers step-by-step directions and wisdom for personal and communal well-being. Lavishly illustrated with gorgeous full-color photographs, Hatha Yoga is sure to inspire beginning and advanced yoga practitioners alike.Price: $14.95]]> <![CDATA[GPS Outdoors]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:29:31 CDT Publisher: Menasha Ridge
For about $150 anyone can access the United States' multi-billion dollar GPS program. Using GPS Units: A Practical Guide for Hikers, Bikers, Paddlers, and Climbers shows readers how to plug in and enhance most any outdoor experience. Whether a hiker on a weekend trip through the Great Smokies, a backpacker cruising the Continental Divide Trail, a mountain biker kicking up dust in Moab, a paddler running the Lewis and Clark bicentennial route, or a climber pre-scouting the routes up Mount Shasta, a simple handheld GPS unit is fun, useful, and can even be a lifesaver.


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Mountain Bike! Los Angeles County is must-have literature for the cyclist who is eager to explore the wonderful terrain that housed the genesis of mountain biking in the late seventies. In this trail guide you'll find detailed maps of carefully planned routes, some popular and some unknown to many, as well as comprehensive descriptions of what hazards and delights you'll encounter along the way. Whether you're an adrenaline seeking downhill bomber, or a gram-counting cross country racer, the Wide Grin guide will be your bible. Los Angeles County has every conceivable type of mountain bike accessible terrain, from remote, loamy oak forest floor singletracks without a person in sight, to roller coaster, rock-garden filled chutes that will give you plenty of thrills. Several easier routes for novice riders are also included.

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From mountain biking’s origins on Mount Tamalpais, to the mountain biker-inspired trail systems in many of the region’s park, the San Francisco Bay Area has an incredible wealth of terrain to explore. Whether you are an experienced rider looking for a ride to test both endurance and technical ability, or a new rider looking for a good park to learn in without investing too much in terms of money, sanity, or skin, Mountain Bike! San Francisco and the Bay Area will help riders find it.

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Mountain Bike! Orange County covers the gamut of mountain biking behind the Orange Curtain. From the majestic peaks of the Santa Ana Mountains to the rolling grasslands of Chino Hills State Park, there's something for everyone here. Rip extreme drops in Laguna Canyon, explore the vast reaches of the Cleveland National Forest, and race down suburban singletrack on the Fullerton Loop. Extremely accurate ride maps obtained with GPS technology and produced by cartography experts include ride profiles that give a fast visual of the pleasure and pain that lie ahead.Price: $11.96]]>