The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing [Paperback]

Willard Peveler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 8, 2008

Ride faster, fitter, smarter, & farther

Every road rider has goals. Yours may be to begin racing, to become more competitive, or to win a specific tour. Not interested in racing? Perhaps you want to complete your first century ride, improve your overall fitness, or ride father and faster just for the sheer joy of flying on two wheels.

No matter what your goals, The Complete Book of Road Cycling and Racing gives you all the information you need to become a better, more performance-focused cyclist. Written by an accomplished racing coach, cyclist, and exercise physiologist, this book shows you how to:

• Fit the bike to your body for maximum efficiency and comfort
• Ride safely in a group
• Cope with any weather or altitude
• Maintain your bike
• Prepare for races of all types
• Master racing strategies and tactics
• Train efficiently and stay in peak condition year-round
• And much more

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Will Peveler, Ph.D., is a noted exercise physiologist who has coached at the university level and ridden competitively since 1994. In addition to his work as a bicycle-fitting specialist, Will also writes on performance cycling and biomechanics. Will is Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Northern Kentucky University.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; 1 edition (August 8, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071489371
• ISBN-13: 978-0071489379
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #132,049 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #18 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Individual Sports > Cycling > Bike Repair
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for new cyclists, September 28, 2008

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A. Takeda - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing (Paperback)

This is a great book for those just starting to cycle or for those who wish they had a little more knowledge about the basics. Dr. Peveler begins with the bike its components and fitting. Next he illustrates the various types and designs and what it means for the rider. I have never seen a cycling book help the rider with this very important aspect of cycling. More over, there is helpful information on the body and different kinds of trainings - leg speed, strength/hills, endurance. Very readable with sound advice. A large part of the book is devoted to riding skills and communication. So for those who have ever wondered what they should be doing in a group ride look no further, this book will help answer those questions. And what is more Dr. Peveler demonstrates various exercises that will strengthen the rider and increase endurance. I've been telling my training partners about this book, maybe I shouldn't, so I can surprise them with my new skills!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An All-In-One Guide To Cycling, November 23, 2008

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Sean P. Weide (Omaha, Neb.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing (Paperback)

Whether you are just getting started in the sport, or you've been riding and racing for 20+ years (like me), this is a tremendous handbook and reference guide to all things cycling.

I found the off-season training and nutrition chapters to be particularly helpful. If you are interested in racing, the racing skills and tactics chapter will quickly bring you up to speed.

Perhaps the best aspect of this book are the photos, which tell the story in many cases themselves. The author has gone to great lengths to find pictures that supplement the text and further explain many of the technical aspects, particularly in the bike maintenance chapter.

If there's a cyclist on your Christmas list this year, I recommend this as a "must purchase."

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!, October 2, 2008

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S. P. Bowen - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing (Paperback)

This book is a fantastic read for those just getting their feet wet into the world of cycling. This book covers equipment, maintenance, bike fitting, nutrition, and much more - including group riding etiquette. If you put the skills explained in this book to good use, you will become a better rider. The author uses a very conversational writing style and doesn't put you to sleep with incessant jargon. If you're new to the sport or just need a refresher on a few things, buy this book - you won't be disappointed.