Lonely Planet Knows France. Idyllic countryside rides along tranquil canals dramatic coastal routes atop rugged sea cliffs demanding alpine climbs
- France offers a wealth of great cycling experiences & we have chose the cr me de la cr me " for every interest & ability level. Whether you want a gourmands tour through vineyard & farmland or to conquer the principal climbs of the Tour de France in the High Alps this guide gives you the best of France on two wheels. In This Guide: Everything you need to know to get prepared Bike maintenance tips to keep you on the road Comprehensive listings for sleeping eating & facilities along the way"
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Cycling in Sussex" is the third title in Vertebrate Publishings " Off Road Trails & Quiet Lanes" series of family & leisure cycling guidebooks. 20 rides between 4km & 28km explore the quiet lanes & off-road trails of one of the most beautiful counties in the UK. Written by local family cyclists the rides are clearly described using step-by-step instructions & feature original maps route profiles & local area information. The book is illustrated with inspirational & inviting photography of the rides & the local areas. Together with information about local railway & seafront trails the authors have also put together a selection of rides specifically designed for families based on their own personal experiences with their children." ...

A guidebook to nine of the most picturesque cycling routes through the Alps of south-east France. The nine tours
- eight circuits
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Guide to cycling in & around the Peak District National Park on road or trail bike. 20 day routes & one multi-day cycle Tour of the Peak District. All easily accessible from Sheffield Huddersfield Manchester & Stoke-on-Trent. Routes from Ashbourne Matlock Bakewell Buxton & many other charming Derbyshire towns right across the park on quiet roads & off-road trails. All graded from Easy to Hard according to a combination of distance gradient terrain & ascent. The Peak District is now becoming a popular cycling destination with its network of quiet lanes gentle off-road trails & stunning upland views just right for two-wheeled exploration. All the routes are described in detail with information about nearby refreshments cycle hire public transport & parking & illustrated with OS maps & route profiles. Appendices cover cycle hire outlets car parks & public transport in detail as well as outlining a basic tooklist & basic tips on bike maintenance & repairs. ...

More & more of us are turning to cycling whether as an inexpensive healthy & environmentally friendly means of getting to work or school or as a way of exploring Britains towns cities & countryside. More than 75% of UK residents live within two miles of the National Cycle Network & a continuous programme of development led by Sustrans means it is growing all the time. This exciting publishing partnership brings together the expertise of two of Britains great pioneering transport organisations to create a fantastic new series of seven regional guides. With clearly marked maps recommended rides & details of what to see the Cycling in...series provides all the information you need to discover the best of Britain with the wind in your hair up close & personal without spending a fortune on fuel. ...

Lonely Planet knows New Zealand With some of the worlds most varied & dramatic landscapes New Zealand is a cyclists dream. From the lush semi-tropical bush & geothermal wonders of the North Island to the glaciers & icy-blue rivers of the South weve chosen rides for every interest & ability level. Whether you want pleasant rural riding on narrow winding lanes great off-road routes or strenuous rides through the most spectacular landscapes this guide gives you the best of New Zealand on two wheels. In This Guide: Everything you need to know to get prepared Bike maintenance tips to keep you on the road Comprehensive listings for sleeping eating & facilities along the way ...

Cycling in Northern France" is a spiral bound guidebook together with a waterproof folded map
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With spaces to keep track of where you have ridden how far you went & what you saw Cycling Notes is a must have for any keen bike rider. Whether your bike is a lightweight racer a sturdy mountain bike or a comfortable cruiser it travels hundreds of miles every year. Be it rural touring club sportives or city commuting it is a witness to every stunning vista endurance-testing climb & high-speed decent. & where better to record these memories of life in the saddle than in this specially designed journal? Alongside enough pages to record the events of thousands of miles on road the journal contains: pages to keep a tour diary plus blank pages for sketching routes & climb profiles; specially designed training pages to record the distances you have covered & the times you achieved; plastic sleeve for storing maps & documents; list pages where you can check off your equipment & supplies needed for a cycle tour. ...

Conventional wisdom says that middle-aged cyclists should slow down & expect to achieve less as they grow older. But in Cycling Past 50" author Joe Friel shows cyclists that with proper training & the right attitude the years after 50 can be their best ever. Written for cyclists of all types-road riders mountain bikers track racers
- this book provides an in-depth look at the full range of considerations for cycling successfully into & through middle age. Joe Friel a writer & contributing editor to several top cycling publications & a dedicated rider himself will inspire cyclists toward better performance & more biking enjoyment as he presents the basic principles of training; advanced workouts to improve endurance climbing ability & sprinting; training advice for 100-mile events & multi-day tours; planning tips & a workout program for getting into racing form; injury prevention tips & exercises; & body fueling advice. In addition to explaining the physical adjustments seasoned cyclists can make to keep their biking effective & satisfying Friel discusses the mental aspects of cycling successfully into middle age. He explains the importance of developing a positive attitude maintaining a high level of motivation & taking pride in their accomplishments. He also reminds cyclists that above all biking should be a fun activity that should be shared with fellow riders family & friends."
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Cycling can represent sporting drama environmental awareness practical mobility an escape to nature an aid to fitness a political commitment even a desire for ostentatious display. There is perhaps no other sport that encompasses so many different areas of human experience which is possibly why there are an estimated 13 million cyclists in the UK alone & over 3 million bikes sold each year. At its heart the simple process of getting about on two wheels contains a wealth of fascinating science. Cycling Science investigates the scientific wonders that keep the cyclist in the saddle. Each chapter investigates a different area of physics or technology & is organised around a series of questions. What is the frame design? How have bicycle wheels evolved? What muscle groups does cycling exploit? How much power does a professional cyclist generate? Each question is investigated using explanatory info-graphics & illustrations. You can dip into the book for answers to specific questions or read it right through for an overview of how machine & rider work together. The perfect way to analyse your own kit & technique by studying the techniques of the professionals Cycling Science is the ultimate accessory for any cyclist wishing to understand their craft. ...