Long Distance Cyclists' Handbook - Simon Doughty

Written for the novice and veteran cyclist alike, this second edition of the best-selling 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, it details all the preparation and equipment needed to successfully complete a thirty-mile charity ride or the 3,000-mile Race Across America.