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Roni Sarig (Author), Paul Dorn (Author)
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December 17, 2008
Biking to work can save someone loads of money and lots of calories - all the while, the earth, too. But bike-commuting isn?t always easy - there are many things a rider needs to know to get to work on time, safely, and happily. Expert bikers Roni Sarig and Paul Dorn teach potential bikers the tips and tricks to traveling to and from work. From buying the right bike, to fueling the body, to road safety, this all-inclusive primer will get bikers on the road in no time. Whether someone is buying a first bike or is a bicycle enthusiast, this book will teach how to: buy the right equipment; pick a route; weather-proof the ride; maintain the bike; follow traffic laws and ride safely; and enjoy the experience! Like a roadmap for the future, this guide teaches bikers how to make a difference in their bodies, wallets, and communities - and get to work - today.


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About the Author

Roni Sarig (White Plains, NY) is a bicycle enthusiast and professional writer.
Paul Dorn (Sacramento, CA) is a bicycle commuting blogger and writer in northern California, and creator of a popular bike commuting advice website at www.runmuki.com/commute. He is the former executive director of the California Bicycle Coalition, and former board member and newsletter editor of the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. Dorn is certified by the League of American Bicyclists as a League Cycling Instructor (LCI #1237).

Product Details

  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Adams Media (December 17, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1605506338
  • ISBN-13: 978-1605506333
  • Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #205,341 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars no "bible" for commuting, August 22, 2009
This review is from: The Bike to Work Guide (Paperback)
After reading through this book, I have found it not the "bible" filled with pearls of wisdom which I hoped it would be. While the chapters are clear and concise, the information borders on common sense and spares the reader of any real depth. The maintenance section was laughable. It particularly disappointed me on how sparse the biking safety chapter was in lacking basic advice. It surprised me considering these nuggets of advice on how not to get run over was my main reasoning for buying this book- as I assumed others have too. I have found much better information quickly online. While the cover was flashy, the lack of helpful advice makes this book better spent glancing over quickly and not buying.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Gift for A Friend Considering Bike Commuting, January 18, 2009
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I have been commuting by bicycle for years. This book covers all the pertinent details, with the proper emphasis - it was not written to sell a bunch of expensive accessories.

This book pulls together all the details in a convenient way. It covers safety, emergency repairs, and selecting gear.

If you, or someone you know, is considering using your bicycle for practical purposes, this book is an economical resource well worth buying.

I would have given this book 4.5 stars if possible - I wish it had been better printed and illustrated.
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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Not what the title says, August 27, 2009
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This book, more than anything, is just an introduction to the idea of bicycling. As another reviewer posted, it does not contain anything which you can't find in 5 minutes on the Internet.
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