Strength, stamina, courage, concentration, preparation and lightning-quick reflexes -- bobsledders need all these qualities and more. This book offers a clear, concise introduction to one of the most challenging and technically advanced of all Olympic events. Special features include: The revolutionary Bo-Dyn sled; US men's and women's Bobsledding teams in action; Rules of international competition; How to become a successful bobsledder; Skeleton -- the world's first sliding sport.
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Hans Kummer reminds us of the pursuit of excellence expressed in the ultimate merger of technology and athleticism. I highly recommend every educator and future athlete read this remarkable journey.
--Chris Lindsay, U.S. Bobsled & Skeleton Federation
I hope this book will be a tremendous resource to all those interested in the sliding sports. -- Matthew Roy, Ex. Dir. US Bobsled Federation
It's a good read. Kids will see bobsledders with more respect and wonder how THEY could get a 90-mph ride. -- Donna Freedman, Children's Literature, 2002
The movie Cool Runnings about the Jamaican bobsled team probably did more for the sport than anything else in history. This book mentions the film on its first page, but quickly asserts that bobsledding has long had its own mystique. And it's nothing at all like hopping on a Flexible Flyer for a brief winter thrill. "Very few activities require the stamina and strength to repeatedly push forward and drive 90 mph downhill on ice, sometimes pulling 6-G forces in banked turns of nearly 180 degrees," Kummer notes. (By comparison, shuttle astronauts feel about a 3-G force on takeoff.) He explains that bobsledders need physical strength, agility, good hand-eye coordination, and "nerves of steel, as the sled often rides at high speeds on the brink of a crash." It's a good read that will have kids looking at bobsledders with a lot more respect and, possibly, wondering how THEY could get themselves a 90-mph ride. --Donna Freedman, Children's Literature, 2002
--Chris Lindsay, U.S. Bobsled & Skeleton Federation
I hope this book will be a tremendous resource to all those interested in the sliding sports. -- Matthew Roy, Ex. Dir. US Bobsled Federation
It's a good read. Kids will see bobsledders with more respect and wonder how THEY could get a 90-mph ride. -- Donna Freedman, Children's Literature, 2002
The movie Cool Runnings about the Jamaican bobsled team probably did more for the sport than anything else in history. This book mentions the film on its first page, but quickly asserts that bobsledding has long had its own mystique. And it's nothing at all like hopping on a Flexible Flyer for a brief winter thrill. "Very few activities require the stamina and strength to repeatedly push forward and drive 90 mph downhill on ice, sometimes pulling 6-G forces in banked turns of nearly 180 degrees," Kummer notes. (By comparison, shuttle astronauts feel about a 3-G force on takeoff.) He explains that bobsledders need physical strength, agility, good hand-eye coordination, and "nerves of steel, as the sled often rides at high speeds on the brink of a crash." It's a good read that will have kids looking at bobsledders with a lot more respect and, possibly, wondering how THEY could get themselves a 90-mph ride. --Donna Freedman, Children's Literature, 2002
From the Publisher
On behalf of the United States Olympic Committee, Welcome to the Olympic Sports Series. This unique series will encourage parents, athletes of all ages and novices who are thinking about a sport for the first time, to get involved with the challenging and rewarding world of Olympic sports. This series of paperback books covers both summer and winter sports, features Olympic history and basic sports fundamentals, and encourages family involvement. Each book includes information on how to get started in a particular sport, including equipment and clothing; rules of the game; health and fitness; basic first aid; and guidelines for spectators. Of special interest is the information on opportunities for senior citizens, volunteers and physically challenged athletes. In addition, each book is enhanced by photographs and illustrations and a complete, easy-to-understand glossary. Because this family-oriented series neither assumes nor requires prior knowledge of a particular sport, these books may be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Regardless of an individual's level of sports knowledge, playing experience or athletic ability, this Official U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Series will encourage understanding and participation in sports and fitness. The purchase of these books will assist the U.S. Olympic Team. This series supports the Olympic mission and serves importantly to enhance participation in the Olympic and Pan American Games.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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An engaing and meticulously researched compendium of "Olympic" proportions. Hans Kummer presents a unique array of historical highlights stuffed with fascinating tidbits and oddities around every curve. Few reference books qualify as good bedtime reading, but A Basic Guide To Bobsledding is an exception. -- Randy Matin, Bureau Chief, Pacific News Group
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