Mountain Biking (Outdoor Pursuits)

Now anyone can enjoy the fun and excitement of mountain biking. Whether you're a beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals or an experienced biker seeking ideas for places to ride, this book provides all the information you need to experience biking like you never have before.

Don Davis and Dave Carter get you started with expert instruction on the basics of mountain biking. You'll learn

• how to choose a mountain bike and accessory equipment that's right for you and your budget,

• flexibility and strengthening exercises that will improve your biking fitness,

• how to maintain your bike for safe riding, and

• fundamental skills for mountain biking correctly.

In addition, Mountain Biking is loaded with valuable information that even experienced riders will find useful, including descriptions of some of the best biking spots in North America and around the world.

This book is part of the Outdoor Pursuits Series from Human Kinetics Publishers. Like all the books in the series, Mountain Biking emphasizes safety, environmental responsibility, and--most of all--the fun of outdoor activity!