Cycling For Dummies - UK

Gavin Wright is a cycling journalist and activist. He has led several high-profile cycling expeditions, including a crossing of the Andes and an attempt to set the world record for cycling from sea level to high altitude. Ben Williams is a broadcaster, journalist, lifelong cycling enthusiast and a veteran London cycling commuter.

"Overall, Cycling for Dummies lives up to expectations. It is very good to read (even in public) and.... While I am certain that my talents on two wheels will scarcely offer a challenge to the endurance and Olympic champion, it is nice to have something to aim at." (pocketfulofrye.co.uk, May 2013)"... this is a great introduction to a wide-range of cycling concepts." (Cycling Active, July 2013)

• Introduction 1Part I: Getting Started with Cycling 7Chapter 1: Getting into Cycling 9Chapter 2: Picking the Right Bike 25Chapter 3: Choosing the Right Gear 57Chapter 4: Making Sure Your Bike Feels Good 81Chapter 5: Finding the Time to Ride 93Part II: Freewheeling Away: The Fundamentals 105Chapter 6: Ticket to Ride: Your First Lesson 107Chapter 7: Knowing the Rules 121Chapter 8: Thinking Ahead for Safety 129Chapter 9: Planning Your Trip and Tips for Safe Riding 141Chapter 10: Toughening Up for Off-Road Riding 165Part III: Rolling beyond the Basics 175Chapter 11: Riding Faster, Tougher, and Longer: Training and Improving 177Chapter 12: Touring and Exploring 195Chapter 13: Cycling with Other People 221Chapter 14: Riding with Babies, Toddlers and Children 239Part IV: Maintaining Your Bike and Yourself 257Chapter 15: Easing Ailments 259Chapter 16: Fuelling Your Cycling 275Chapter 17: Troubleshooting: Can You Fix It? Yes, You Can! 285Chapter 18: Making Checks and Adjustments: The Next Step 303Part V: The Part of Tens 315Chapter 19: Ten Bicycling Do’s and Don’ts 317Chapter 20: Ten Great Rides in the United Kingdom 323Chapter 21: Ten Great Tours and Races around the World 333Index 345