The Long Distance Cyclists' Handbook

Containing details on training technique, nutrition, health and travel, this cyclists' manual also details the preparation and equipment needed by the novice on a 50-mile charity ride, the tourist planning a cycling holiday, and the experienced cyclist.

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