Cycling For Dummies (For Dummies Series)

Discover the joys and benefitsof riding a bike

Whether you're looking to join the Lycra brigade, tear downmountain bike trails or simply teach yourself ? or your child? how to ride, this practical guide covers all your needs,from choosing the right bike and accessories to hitting the roadand trails. Improve your health and fitness, reduce your carbonfootprint and have fun along the way!

• Pick the bike and equipment that suit you ? determinewhether a road bike, mountain bike or something in-between is bestfor you

• Find the time to incorporate cycling into your lifestyle ?start commuting to work and plan your cycling schedule

• Understand your rights and responsibilities as a cyclist ?know the regulations that apply in your local area

• Stay safe in traffic and off-road ? be seen and heard, andfeel confident when dealing with potential dangers and hazards

• Train to improve ? adopt programs to improve your speedand endurance on the road, or your fitness and skill for mountainbiking

• Prepare yourself and your bike for touring ? research yourroute and transport options, get your bike ready and know what topack

• Get your kids on a bike ? add a child to your bike, pickthe right bike for your older child and teach your kids to ride theeasy way

• Maintain yourself and your bike ? prevent or ease cyclingailments and learn how to repair and service your bike

Open the book and find:

• How your bike should be adjusted to fit you

• Advice on the easiest way to get on a bike and startpedalling

• How to avoid dangers presented by cars, trucks, dogs andbirds

• Tips for riding with other people

• Pointers on incorporating cycling into the school run

• Guidelines for eating and drinking before, during and aftercycling

• The ten best rides in Australia and New Zealand

• Ten great tours and races from around the world

Learn to:

• Choose the right bike for you and your lifestyle

• Select the best gear to keep you looking good and ridingwell

• Obey the road rules and stay safe

• Find your riding style, from off-roading to cycling withkids