Loren Frederickson: This has been my all time favorite mountain biking book since I was a kid. It’s as relevant today as it ever was, and it contains meaningful and useful information delivered in a fun way by a real rider applicable to young and old . An absolute classic and a must have for any mountain bike aficionado.
Canada on Jul 09, 2021
Diogenes: Well, it convinced me that I should stick to a road bike with wide, knobby tires -- not a real mountain bike. I enjoyed it but won't really use much of it in my regular bike riding, even on trails.
United States on May 25, 2021
Dazzer Green: This is a great book for all levels of mountain bike enthusiasts. The neophyte can really learn from it and even the experienced rider can learn a few new tricks. Or at the very least discover why certain things happen whilst on a bike. All types of rider will get enjoyment from the book along with plenty of smiles. It approaches mountain biking from a fun angle, as many of the drawings hare drawn to make you smile. ( it is all drawn no photographs)
United Kingdom on Jan 16, 2021
Michael Gardner: My friend loaned me this book several years ago when I first started to get into mountain biking. Now that my kids are hopefully getting into the sport, I bought my own copy for them. Although the cover may seem outdated (hey, what’s the one thing you don’t judge a book by?), the basic techniques inside are timeless and the illustrations make learning them very easy.
United States on Jul 31, 2020
Amazon Customer: Very good beginner's bike book with funny cartoons :)
United Kingdom on Aug 14, 2019
Mike: This is a fun beginners mtb book. Advanced guys aren't going to get much out of it. This more oriented on telling you what not to do. A lot of examples from the authors experience mtb and his injuries. Here's a clue from my experience. Don't try catch yourself with your leg when you are going down. You'll get a nasty break and be out of action for six months.
United States on Oct 06, 2014
Sjb: I haven't been mountain biking yet, but t like this book. Referencing issues addressed by other reviewers. It is somewhat dated. I could tell from looking at the helmets in the pictures and the author talking about his worst crash among other smaller references.
I was not put off by the text and the fact it's a cartoon makes it really easy, quick read. Although, I have no way of knowing whether the advanced techniques are outdated, I wanted an introduction. I think the basic concepts are explained pretty well and I am not the quickest study. I also appreciated his suggestions for practicing falls, suggested dismounts, and learning in your own backyard.
I think the use of humor brings the sport alive, and appreciate the look into the "culture" of the sport. I am a pretty ambitious skier so I can relate to it for the most part. I mean, if you're going to do something dangerous, you want to feel like you are going to have fun and fit in with the other "fun hogs" on mountain. I thought this book was funny, and it made me want to give this sport a try. In my opinion, some of the more "technical manuals" lack this quality.
As with any book about sports, you can't...
United States on Apr 26, 2014
Amazon Customer: Thank you William, for your instructive drawings.
At last I understand....
My moutainbiking has improved massively after reading your book.
United Kingdom on Nov 29, 2013
T. B.: I would have looked at the publishing date and dismissed this book entirely (and unfairly). I have not ridden single track in over ten years, and mostly got by on general good shape back then. This book is a godsend. 90% of the information and tips inside are timeless. No, it doesn't go into the advances in gear since it was written, but the basic fundamentals are spot on perfect. Do not let the publishing date turn you off, if you are trying to go beyond just rails to trails and into a bit more off road, this is a great resource. It may not be the only book you need, but it is a great starting point.
United States on May 25, 2010
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| Total Reviews | 5 reviews | 27 reviews | 35 reviews |
| Mountain Climbing | Mountain Climbing | ||
| Publisher | Menasha Ridge Press; 1st edition | ||
| Best Sellers Rank | #51 in Bike Repair#113 in Mountain Biking#792 in Mountain Climbing | #3 in Bike Repair #23 in Cycling Travel Guides #30 in Triathlons | |
| Dimensions | 9.75 x 0.5 x 7 inches | ||
| Paperback | 172 pages | ||
| ISBN-13 | 978-0897321143 | ||
| Mountain Biking | Mountain Biking | ||
| Customer Reviews | 4.5/5 stars of 94 ratings | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 684 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when.execute { if { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative { if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when.execute { A.declarative{ if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } }); }); | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,289 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when.execute { if { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative { if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when.execute { A.declarative{ if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } }); }); |
| Item Weight | 11.5 ounces | ||
| Bike Repair | Bike Repair | Bike Repair | |
| Language | English | ||
| ISBN-10 | 0897321146 |
Dear Author, what about usability, what about respecting people with disabilities, elderly people wearing reading glasses, and so on? Have you ever thought of why Amazon website uses Arial font for text and not handwriting?
Canada on Jun 14, 2023