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Whether you are a novice, a mountain-bike enthusiast, a competitive cyclist or one who rides for fitness or pleasure, this book provides all you need to know to get the best out of your bike.Beginning with the anatomy of the bicycle, it explains what to look for when buying a bike so that you get the right one for you, whether it be a folding bike, tandem, electric bike, track bike or BMX.There''s plenty of information on the right kit - for women as well as men - and clear explanations to help you tackle maintenance and repair jobs with confidence. The basic principles of riding, negotiating cities and riding off-road are explained, and it also covers how to ride safely and comfortably.For all those who want to take their cycling further, there''s information on competitive riding and training, and even a stunning international touring section packed full of recommended rides in breath-taking locations.Fun, inspiring, beautifully illustrated and easy to use, The Cycling Bible is the perfect companion for riders of every level, whatever they want from their bike.

Whether you are a novice, a mountain-bike enthusiast, a competitive cyclist or one who rides for fitness or pleasure, this book provides all you need to know to get the best out of your bike.Beginning with the anatomy of the bicycle, it explains what to look for when buying a bike so that you get the right one for you, whether it be a folding bike, tandem, electric bike, track bike or BMX.There''s plenty of information on the right kit - for women as well as men - and clear explanations to help you tackle maintenance and repair jobs with confidence. The basic principles of riding, negotiating cities and riding off-road are explained, and it also covers how to ride safely and comfortably.For all those who want to take their cycling further, there''s information on competitive riding and training, and even a stunning international touring section packed full of recommended rides in breath-taking locations.Fun, inspiring, beautifully illustrated and easy to use, The Cycling Bible is the perfect companion for riders of every level, whatever they want from their bike.

“a comprehensive roadmap to thrilling two-wheel adventures” - Bicycling Australia

 

Lonely Planet''s Best Bike Rides Australia is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels. 

 

Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from a few hours to a full day, from easy to hard.   From rail trails to coastal pathways we cover the country with easy-to-follow trails for cyclists and E-bike riders.

 

Inside Lonely Planet''s Best Bike Rides Australia:

Colour maps (including elevation charts) and images throughoutSpecial features - on Australia''s highlights for cyclist, kid-friendly rides, accessible trails and what to take Our Picks section helps you plan your trip and select rides that appeal to your interests Region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what''s on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Essential info at your fingertips - ride itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about ride duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations (including bike rental options) and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)Over 50 maps

Featured regions include: 

Sydney and Around, Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast, The Daintree and the Far North, the Outback, Southwest Forests to the Sea, Flinders to Fleurieu, Grampians to the High Country, the Prom to the Great Ocean Road, and Tasmania

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet''s Best Bike Rides Australia, our most comprehensive guide to riding in Australia, is perfect for those planning to explore Australia on two wheels.

Looking for more information on Australia? Check out Lonely Planet''s Australia guide for a comprehensive look at what the country has to offer.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we''ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You''ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.

“Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.” -   New York Times

“Lonely Planet. It''s on everyone''s bookshelves; it''s in every traveller''s hands. It''s on mobile phones. It''s on the Internet. It''s everywhere, and it''s telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.”  Fairfax Media (Australia)

 

“a comprehensive roadmap to thrilling two-wheel adventures” - Bicycling Australia Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Australia is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels.  Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from a few hours to a full day, from easy to hard.   From rail trails to coastal pathways we cover the country with easy-to-follow trails for cyclists and E-bike riders. Inside Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Australia:Colour maps (including elevation charts) and images throughoutSpecial features - on Australia's highlights for cyclist, kid-friendly rides, accessible trails and what to take Our Picks section helps you plan your trip and select rides that appeal to your interests Region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Essential info at your fingertips - ride itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about ride duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations (including bike rental options) and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)Over 50 mapsFeatured regions include: Sydney and Around, Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast, The Daintree and the Far North, the Outback, Southwest Forests to the Sea, Flinders to Fleurieu, Grampians to the High Country, the Prom to the Great Ocean Road, and TasmaniaThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Australia, our most comprehensive guide to riding in Australia, is perfect for those planning to explore Australia on two wheels.Looking for more information on Australia? Check out Lonely Planet's Australia guide for a comprehensive look at what the country has to offer.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.“Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.” -   New York Times“Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.”  Fairfax Media (Australia)

This stylish book presents 101 of the best weekend breaks around Europe, giving you the low-down on the culture, sights, activities, shopping, accommodation and food. All of the classic cities are covered, such as Paris and Rome, as well as an eclectic selection of lesser-known and emerging cities such as Freiburg and Lecce. 101 Weekends in Europe is the perfect companion for weekend city breakers choosing their next destination or reliving old haunts.

Discover the best of what each classic European destination has to offer! Whether you''re looking for exciting nightlife or a tranquil escape, 101 Weekends in Europe, 2nd Edition is a compact and stylish travel guide that details everything today''s modern travelers will want to know about 101 cities in Europe. From classic cities like Paris and Vienna to emerging destinations like Freiburg and Lecce, you''ll learn about the culture, sights, shopping experience, accommodations, and cuisine each city has to offer, as well as how to get there. Updated with new cities, top 5 places of interest for each, references to new and significant openings, over 100 new images, and so much more, this attractive and comprehensive guide is the perfect companion for both seasoned lovers of weekend city breaks wanting to choose their next adventure, or for less-experienced travelers looking for inspiration. Author Robin Barton is a skilled writer, traveler, and magazine contributor, as well as an expert on European travel and city breaks.