Basic Essentials
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Designed to be used as a source of information for the novice or as a handy reference tool for the veteran, this is an exploration of mountain biking techniques and trails. It covers: how to choose and maintain a mountain bike; how to brake, turn, skid, hop and balance; how to prepare for a long ride; how to overcome obstacles such as rocks, logs and water; and how to compete in cross-country mountain bike races, dual slalom, Kamikaze, and even observed trials.
Michael Strassman shows how to choose a suitable mountain bike and how to keep it going after using it for what it was originally designed for. Tips are also offered on how to negotiate difficult terrain, including water and rocks.
