The Long Distance Cyclist's Handbook - 2nd Edition
  Written for the novice and veteran cyclist alike, this second edition of the bestselling The Long Distance Cyclists' Handbook contains everything you need to know to ride your bicycle farther than the end of your driveway.
From selecting the correct bicycle, accessories, clothing, and gear to maintenance, on-the-road repairs, bicycle safety, and nutrition and training techniques, this book details all the preparation and equipment needed to successfully complete a thirty-mile charity ride or the 3,000-mile Race Across America.
Table of Contents
Foreword | Preface | Acknowledgments
- Which Bike?
- Bike Set-up
- Anatomy of a Bike
- Bike Accessories
- Cycling Clothing
- Nutrition and Hydration
- Look After Yourself—Health and Hygiene
- Safe Cycling
- What to Take
- Maintenance and Problem-Solving
- Logistics and Navigation
- Training Principles
- Training Session Basics
- Training for Specific Events
- Staying the Distance
- Tours and Events
Useful Addresses | Manufacturers | Clubs and Associations | Further Reading | Conversion Tables | Gear Tables | Index
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