Suspension is probably the most misunderstood aspect of motorcycle performance. This book by the world's most popular suspension specialist makes the art & science of suspension tuning accessible to both professional & weekend mechanics alike. This step-by-step fully illustrated guide shows how anyone can make their bike handle like a pros & how any rider
- street dirt or racetrack
- can improve their performance. Paul Thede runs the highly successful & popular Race Tech Suspension Seminar & brings all his knowledge to bear in this book. From clearly explaining the three forces of suspension to make an accurate assessment of the state of your suspension; thorough testing procedures that gauge how well you are improving the suspension & your riding ability; even the art of chassis geometry for riding perfectionists this book employs step-by-step photographs that show the disassembling & reassembling projects for forks & shocks for optimum performance. The book even provides detailed troubleshooting guides for dirt street & supermoto
- promising a solution to virtually any handling problem & increased performance.


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When Casey Blue's victory at the Badminton Horse Trials earns her & Storm an invitation to the prestigious Kentucky Three Day Event it is a dream come true. But that dream is about to turn into a nightmare. After her father is arrested for a crime Casey is convinced he didn't commit she finds herself the victim of a vicious blackmailer. To make matters worse Storm is behaving like the wild horse he once was. Faced with losing everything she loves she needs the help of her farrier boyfriend Peter to win in Kentucky one of the most challenging riding competitions there is. But is he for her or against her? ...

New Year's Day 2009. Somewhere on the bottom of the world six teams of adventurers & explorers have gathered to race one another on foot to the South Pole. It is the first time that anyone has undertaken such a race in almost a hundred years; the first time since the great Norwegian Roald Amundsen beat Captain Scott to the same goal in 1911. The stakes are high as double-Olympic Gold-winning medallist James Cracknell & TV presenter & adventurer Ben Fogle must contend with hidden crevasses frostbite & the favourites to win: a team of teak-hard former soldiers from Norway trained in Arctic warfare. Temperatures as low as minus 45 degrees Celsius lie in store for the teams as they attempt to ski across 800 kilometres of unforgiving icy wilderness pulling behind them sledges laden with equipment tents & food. Race to the Pole" is a rip-roaring 'boy's own' adventure packed with excitement humour & even a few tears. But with just a few months to learn to cross-country ski before the start & with national pride at stake can Ben & James re-write history & beat the Norwegians?" ...

Published in support of Help for Heroes this book tells the incredible story of how a group of injured & disabled British service personnel were inspired to compete in the world's toughest motorsport event
- the 5 500-mile Dakar Rally Raid in South America
- & at the same time raise money for the charity that assisted them during their recovery & rehabilitation. The Race 2 Recovery team's stories of struggle & sacrifice are mixed with amazing action photographs in this superb all-colour book. The publisher is donating GBP2 for every copy sold to Help for Heroes & the Race 2 Recovery Foundation in order aid the flagship Personnel Recovery & Assessment Centre at Tedworth House in Wiltshire.

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Racehorse Record Flat is now into its 17th year of publication & has built a well-deserved reputation for its unique information. It is Raceform's definitive A-Z directory of every racehorse that ran in Britain during 2012 Flat season. Each entry

Includes:: essential data: how each horse fared over different goings & distances; details the precise conditions under which each horse put up its best performance; & lists breeding trainer (including change of trainer) & owner details. Racehorse Record Flat is not only an invaluable guide to what happened in 2012 but also to the future prospects of a horse for the 2013 season.

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This lavish photographic book is divided into three sections
- races faces & places
- & recalls the nostalgic heartland of motor

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Welcome to Rachel Ashwells world: as beautiful as it is comfortable as inspiring & spontaneous as it is practical & personal. In this book Rachel shares her inspirations & her humour celebrates the charm of the old & battered & demonstrates time & again how interiors touched with Rachels magic transcend fashionable trends extending a calming personal welcome to all. In this new book Rachel takes us to homes in the US
- from a shabby shack on Malibus oceanfront to a ranch on the wide open spaces of Texas & to the wooded hills of the Catskills
- & in the UK
- from a houseboat & a city townhouse to a centuries-old manor house deep in the country & Rachels own London apartment. All the houses regardless of their size or location embody Rachels ethos & share the same qualities: a respect for beautiful objects from the past an extravagant sense of comfort an eye for the unexpected & that signature touch of bling. All are inviting artistic soulful inspired & inspiring beautiful gentle considered & in their own way perfectly imperfect.


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Store your favourite memories of your baby in this beautiful blue Rachel Hale photo album. The album has 15 white leaves with self adhesive style pages so you can display your photos as you choose. The spiral bound spine means that you can turn over each page with ease. Album measures H 33cm x W 25cm. ...

What am I going to cook tonight? Anyone who cooks regularly for friends family or just for themselves will be very familiar with that question. The difficult part is often not preparing the food
- which can be enjoyable & simple
- but coming up with ideas in the first place. Rachels Favourite Food offers inspiring ideas for the different kinds of meals that make up each week from Sunday brunch to simple comfort food from great family meals to a dinner party for friends. Based on the television series of the same name Rachels Favourite Food is an essential kitchen companion to everyone whose lifestyle demands flexibility fresh thinking good food
- & all in a hurry. Great but simple recipes based on fresh ingredients that are widely available are combined with bright ideas for entertaining with flair while ensuring that its all fun. Not just an ordinary cookbook but a treasure trove of ideas as well Rachels Favourite Food is bound to find an eager & enthusiastic readership. Also by Rachel Allen: Rachels Favourite Food for Friends


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If you ve ever prayed for kitchen inspiration Rachel s Favourite Food at Home serves up the answers. Brand new in paperback & including new recipes this beautifully illustrated cookbook offers the delicious inspiring & easy-to-follow recipes for which Rachel Allen has become famous. Rachel s Favourite Food at Home draws on international influences classic regional fare & good old family favourites to provide creative options for every occasion whether planning a simple family meal hosting a festive dinner for the entire clan squeezing in a sneaky romantic meal for two heading out for a glorious picnic chilling out on the sofa with your favourite comfort food or spending time baking muffins with the kids. Chapters include: Easy Family Food Sweet Celebrations Picnics & Days Out Food for Children Extended Family Meals Dining Al Fresco Home Cinema Big Celebrations Edible Gifts Just Like Mum Used to Make ...