The Complete Book of Long-Distance Cycling: Build the Strength, Skills, and Confidence to Ride as Far as You Want
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27 Reviews
| From: Amazon Posted: Jul 01, 2008 Type: User Review |
Excellent How-To for longer rides
This is an excellent reference for long distance riding. Following the information in this book a beginning rider can ride a century, the cyclists' marathon, with no difficulties and few surprises. A good way to start getting involved with long...
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 5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jun 07, 2008 Type: User Review |
Good Book for someone new to the sport.
I bought this book when I first got into cycling about a year ago. For someone who is just starting out it is a great book because it explains a lot about the different aspects of riding such as bike fit, nutrition, etc. I am in the process of...
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: May 17, 2008 Type: User Review |
Too general and focused on racing for the tour reader
I'm on pg 94 and I'm finding this book too general and focused on the long distance racer. The equipment suggestions are summaries, not descriptions or principles. The language level is annoyingly low. I highly recommend Adventure Cycle Touring...
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 3.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 27, 2008 Type: User Review |
Good introduction
This is a good book for anybody looking for an introduction to long-distance cycling.
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3.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Sep 10, 2007 Type: User Review |
So-so
Good basics but probably more for the new long-distance cyclist. I felt it a bit redundant and perhaps 1/2 of the book was actually helpful to read. Written in an easy-to-read fashion.
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 4.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Aug 02, 2007 Type: User Review |
Very slim on content
I am a subscriber to Bicycling magazine. Every month I eagerly open the latest issue and almost without exception am disappointed in the lack of substantial content. Most articles are superficial at best, stating obvious facts and making...
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 1.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: May 13, 2007 Type: User Review |
Good but not systematic
I was a bit disappointed with this book. The title implies that the authors present a systematic way of building skill and endurance for long distance cycling. Instead, it is more of a collection of tips. The content is still worthwhile.
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3.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Apr 09, 2007 Type: User Review |
Calling All Cyclists
Cyclists of all levels should check out these training tips. Even those not doing long distance can find a lot of useful information.
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Mar 16, 2007 Type: User Review |
Love it!!
I absolutely think this book is terrific. You must read every word. It has much useable info on some very important subjects such as nutrition, prep, etc. Even if you are not doing long distance, this book is a must!!!!
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 16, 2007 Type: User Review |
Packed with information
This book is packed with useful information that can be utilized by cyclists at all levels. If you want a great all around book with useful information then this is the book for you.
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5.00/5 |
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