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Best 100-Mile Bike Routes

By: Chris Sidwells

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Completing one hundred miles by bike is a timeless challenge. Ever since the invention of a pedal- powered, two-wheel vehicle, 100 miles has been the benchmark by which cyclists can measure their prowess.

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Harper Collins

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0007586434

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9780007586431

A Race for Madmen

The History of the Tour de France

By: Chris Sidwells

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A Race for Madmen

The History of the Tour de France

By: Chris Sidwells

Provides an indepth look at the Tour de France, from the first race one hundred and seventy five years ago, tobeing one of the most famous annual sporting events of today.

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Skyhorse Publishing Inc.

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1613210787

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9781613210789

The Cycling Bible

The cyclist's guide to technical, physical and mental training and bike maintenance

By: Chris Sidwells

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The Cycling Bible

The cyclist's guide to technical, physical and mental training and bike maintenance

By: Chris Sidwells

The Cycling Bible by renowned cycling author and journalist Chris Sidwells is a comprehensive guide to help you get the most out of cycling, whether you go road cycling, gravel riding, mountain biking or enjoy any other kind of two-wheeled fun. Based on the author's extensive experience and research, this book collates the knowledge you will need to specifically train for the technical, physical and mental aspects of cycling training. It includes riding positions, strength and conditioning, endurance training, the psychological side of training, tailoring nutrition to your goals and bringing it all together to create your own training plan. It also deals with choosing the right bike for you, making essential safety checks and carrying out maintenance. Extensively illustrated, packed full of action photos, The Cycling Bible will help and motivate you to improve and develop as a cyclist and find even more joy in this fantastic sport.

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Vertebrate Publishing

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1839811226

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A Race for Madmen

A History of the Tour de France

By: Chris Sidwells

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A Race for Madmen

A History of the Tour de France

By: Chris Sidwells

The Tour de France is the biggest annual sporting event in the world, and at the same time it transcends sport. The Tour de France comes to the people. It passes their houses, it turns right in their village squares, it thunders through their suburban streets and into the hearts of their towns and cities. It is a unique event in that people don't so much go to see the Tour, as it comes to see them. A RACE FOR MADMEN traces how the Tour de France has developed and examines tactics, bike technology and rider preparation too. It profiles some of the men who have won the Tour de France, and others who have been key players, looking closely at their lives and motivation. Subsidiary competitions, such as the King of the Mountains prize, are featured, as well as Tour lore and traditions. The book examines the Tour's extraordinary history, and how a bike race, a simple sporting contest captured the imagination of a country, then a continent and then the world, while at the same time it has stayed uniquely French, even though a Frenchman hasn't won it for over 20 years.

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HarperCollins UK

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0007433247

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9780007433247

Safe Cycling in the City

How to choose a bike, maintain it, cycle safely, get fit and stay healthy

By: Chris Sidwells

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Safe Cycling in the City

How to choose a bike, maintain it, cycle safely, get fit and stay healthy

By: Chris Sidwells

This is an urban and commuting cyclist's handbook, both inspirational and practical, showing us how to live safer, more enjoyable and healthier lives, both physically and mentally, while reducing our impact on the planet. Author of numerous bestselling bike books, Chris Sidwells, begins with a brief introduction which shows how cycling is already forming a crucial part of future urban transport, good for the environment as well as our health. Current urban transport models, heavily dependent as they are on cars, are unsustainable both in terms of our health and the environment. Cycling offers the perfect mass transport, health and wellbeing solution. As well as being an easy way to improve the fitness of the whole family, with some simple know-how, which Chris shares in this book, it can be perfectly safe even in busy cities. Increasingly, local authorities are seeing the essential role that cycling has to play in transport infrastructure; Chris looks at the many different schemes, both financial and infrastructural, to encourage people onto bikes. Commuting by bike also offers a financial benefit to individuals and societies. Chris shows how to get the right bike for you for commuting and urban cycling, whether that's an electric-assisted bike or pedal-powered only, and how to adjust it properly for your unique build. He looks at cycling clothing and accessories, including helmets, masks, locks and safety equipment. Chris explains how to keep cycling safely despite inclement weather and the different ways to transport what you need to and from work. A chapter on bike care and maintenance shows how to carry out basic repair jobs like adjusting gears, mending punctures and adjusting brakes. Chris explains cycling skills to give you confidence when cycling, including bike control, braking and how to make the most of your gears. He shows when and how to use the extra power provided by an electric bike and offers encouragement to new and returning cyclists. An extended chapter covers road safety, perhaps the biggest barrier to people commuting by bike. Chris shows how to co-exist safely with other road users and the potential hazards that every cyclist should be aware of. He explains the rules that every cyclist must follow and gives step-by-step guidance on how to carry out manoeuvres on the road. Chris shows how to choose the best route to and from work. He gives details of the various schemes to encourage commuting by bike, including insurance and where to find information. Cycling is regarded by many as the best way to regain and maintain fitness. As well as improving both physical and mental wellbeing, cycling can boost our immune system. Cycling also gives self-sufficiency and enhances self esteem.

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Robinson

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1472145828

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9781472145826

The Art of the Cycling Jersey

Iconic Cycle Wear Past and Present

By: Chris Sidwells

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The Art of the Cycling Jersey

Iconic Cycle Wear Past and Present

By: Chris Sidwells

The Art of the Cycling Jersey celebrates the cycling jersey in all its forms. Cycling enthusiast and author Chris Sidwells explores the most important designs in cycling history, as well as the teams, riders, and races where each piece was worn. Organized chronologically, this is the story of the cycling jersey from the first simple garments that early cyclists wore in the 1900s, to the technology-laden jerseys top riders and Tour de France winners wear today. Cycling jerseys represent many different things. For a cyclist they must be functional. For team sponsors they must stand out and increase brand awareness. For cycling fans they help pick out their favorite riders and identify a race or competition leader. Jerseys show who is a world or a national champion, and in some races, jerseys represent a competitor’s nationality. But cycling jerseys have evolved into something bigger. They can evoke good times or bad times, success or failure. Above all, jerseys mark the great occasions of cycling and speak of its history, personalities, and style. With more than 200 color photographs and insightful commentary, The Art of the Cycling Jersey is a great gift and must-have book for any style-conscious, road-racing enthusiast.

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Rodale Books

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1623367387

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9781623367381

Bicycle Repair Manual

By: Chris Sidwells

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Bicycle Repair Manual

By: Chris Sidwells

From mountain bikes and road racers to hybrids, the Bicycle Repair Manual helps riders keep their bikes in peak condition. Perfect for beginners and dedicated cyclists alike, this updated guide to bicycle repair includes the latest technological advances in cycling, troubleshooting charts, hints and tips for diagnosing and problem, and servicing schedules.

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Penguin

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0756662206

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9780756662202

Wild Cycling

A pocket guide to 50 great rides off the beaten track in Britain

By: Chris Sidwells

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Wild Cycling

A pocket guide to 50 great rides off the beaten track in Britain

By: Chris Sidwells

A wildly inspiring adventure - from armchair to saddle.' Nichiless 'A lovely concise guide.' A. W. Baird Here is plenty of inspiration for anyone who loves to ride off road and get out into the wild and stunning scenery of the British mainland. Each route suggests further routes and the book as a whole introduces the wild cyling potential of a range of different locations. These natural routes to wild places link country lanes, green lanes, bridleways, towpaths, trails and often ancient ways between places. The book is illustrated in colour and each ride includes an annotated route map and ride profile, also OS grid references. And a fact file gives further indispensable details, including an indication of how hard each ride is, and how wild. From Chalk Cliffs and Curious Sound Mirrors in the south-east to Cape Wrath in the north-west, the purity, beauty and essential wildness of these rides will ensure that over the years many of them will become classic, even legendary cycling challenges.

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Robinson

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147213978X

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Best 100-Mile Bike Routes

By: Chris Sidwells

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Best 100-Mile Bike Routes

By: Chris Sidwells

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0007586434

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The Art of the Cycling Jersey

Iconic Cycle Wear Past and Present

By: Chris Sidwells

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The Art of the Cycling Jersey

Iconic Cycle Wear Past and Present

By: Chris Sidwells

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Rodale Books

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The Call of the Road: The History of Cycle Road Racing

By: Chris Sidwells

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The Call of the Road: The History of Cycle Road Racing

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Eddy Merckx. Fausto Coppi. Jacques Anquetil. Bernard Hinault. Beryl Burton. Marianne Vos.

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0008220786

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A-Z of Exeter

Places-People-History

By: Chris Hallam

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A-Z of Exeter

Places-People-History

By: Chris Hallam

Explore the wonderful city of Exeter in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445689650

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9781445689654

How to Ride a Bike

From Starting Out to Peak Performance

By: Sir Chris Hoy

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How to Ride a Bike

From Starting Out to Peak Performance

By: Sir Chris Hoy

Chris is someone I've always looked up to. A true role model.' - Geraint Thomas, 2018 Tour de France winner An invaluable manual for cyclists of all ages, experience and ability, which will help them achieve peak performance. Full of practical advice, this book includes information on: Strength conditioning to improve your performance Targeted training plans to focus on strengthening weaker areas Bike care & maintenance Riding different terrains & environments Road cycling skills & safety The book will also help you explore your five key abilities of cycling fitness, defined as the maximum effort you can maintain for the following periods of time: 6 seconds (max sprinting) 30-60 seconds (sub-max sprinting) 3-5 minutes (VO2 max) 1 hour (zone of transition) Several hours (long steady distance riding) This book is training toolbox to structure bespoke sessions to improve these five facets of performance. How to Ride a Bike also features diet and weight loss advice, the psychology of cycling, and stories and anecdotes from Sir Chris Hoy's Olympic track career. Full of helpful and inspiring advice for those getting on a bike for the first time in a while, along with plenty of tips and tricks for seasoned cyclists looking to take it up a notch, this is a book for beginners and pros alike.

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Hamlyn

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0600635848

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9780600635840

Tour Climbs: The complete guide to every mountain stage on the Tour de France

By: Chris Sidwells

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Tour Climbs: The complete guide to every mountain stage on the Tour de France

By: Chris Sidwells

The first book to cover in detail every major climb ever used in the Tour de France, including detail on the actual route (with maps and profile), length, height, list of winners and route descriptions of how to emulate the King of the Mountains and get from the bottom to the top.

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HarperCollins UK

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0007282087

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7-Week Cycling for Fitness

A Structured Program to Get Fit Fast

By: Chris Sidwells

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7-Week Cycling for Fitness

A Structured Program to Get Fit Fast

By: Chris Sidwells

Featuring a tailor-made seven-week workout that will kick-start any cyclist''s quest for fitness, this book will help anyone get fit fastwhile having fun. Fast, fun exercises for all ages and fitness levels Includes workouts for road, off-road, and indoor bikes Contains a nutritional and supplementary exercise program A structured program to get fit fast

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Penguin

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0756648211

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Wild Cycling

A pocket guide to 50 great rides off the beaten track in Britain

By: Chris Sidwells

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Wild Cycling

A pocket guide to 50 great rides off the beaten track in Britain

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Really Wild Cycling

The pocket guide to off-the-beaten-track challenges

By: Chris Sidwells

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Really Wild Cycling

The pocket guide to off-the-beaten-track challenges

By: Chris Sidwells

An illustrated pocket guide to off-the-beaten-track cycling challenges Really Wild Cycling follows in the tracks of Chris's bestselling Wild Cycling. Most, if not all, the rides are off-road, but each one presents a challenge to inspire readers to train for it and have a go. Most take only a few hours, but some are longer, and a few much longer, taking even the fittest several days. An introduction explains safety techniques and underlines the skills, knowledge, equipment and fitness levels required. The rides are graded in ascending difficulty within each region. Each ride suggests regular escape points to get riders to a safe place should the weather close in and draws attention to places where extra care should be taken. Some rides are on marked routes, like the Trans-Pennine Trail, some are races or organised challenges, while others are routes the author himself has mapped out. Each ride is illustrated with photos, an annotated map and a profile of the terrain. The text includes a detailed route guide and historical, geological and natural points of interest.

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Hachette UK

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147214371X

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9781472143716

Cyclosportive

Preparing For and Taking Part in Long Distance Cycling Challenges

By: Chris Sidwells

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Cyclosportive

Preparing For and Taking Part in Long Distance Cycling Challenges

By: Chris Sidwells

Cyclosportives, or long-distance cycle rides, are growing in popularity all over the world. From the Etape du Tour - where cyclists get to ride a stage of the Tour de France - to the Tour of Flanders or the Etape Caledonia in Scotland, these events are pulling big numbers and attracting a range of cyclists. In this new book, bestselling author Chris Sidwells explains how to choose the right sportive, prepare for it both mentally and physically, and get yourself and your bike to the finish line. Topics include: - What kind of bike to buy - How to set up your optimal riding position - How to care for your bike - Clothing and equipment - Skills and techniques - Mental and physical demands of the event Whether you're embarking on your first sportive or trying to improve on your performance in the next one, this essential guide will help you reach your goal. Written by an experienced cyclist, trainer and writer and full of information, tips, illustrations and great stories, it's the perfect companion to an unforgettable challenge.

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A&C Black

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140818138X

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9781408181386

Mr Tom

The True Story of Tom Simpson

By: Chris Sidwells

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Mr Tom

The True Story of Tom Simpson

By: Chris Sidwells

An exhilarating account of our greatest cycling legend, Tom Simpson. An intimate portrait of an exceptional man, this biography, written with unique insight by his nephew, Chris Sidwells, tells us about the private as well as the public Simpson, about his life as well as his death on Mont Ventoux.

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Mousehold Press for Basque Children of '37 Association UK

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1874739145

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9781874739142

Tour de France Records

By: Chris Sidwells

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Tour de France Records

By: Chris Sidwells

Delving into the world of the Tour de France, the biggest and most glamorous of all cycling races, this volume highlights the great battles of the yellow, polka-dot, green, white, and red jerseys since the race began in 1903.

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Carlton Publishing Group

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1780970099

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9781780970097

Le Tour 100

The Definitive History of the World's Greatest Race

By: Peter Cossins,Isabel Best,Chris Sidwells,Clare Griffith

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Le Tour 100

The Definitive History of the World's Greatest Race

By: Peter Cossins,Isabel Best,Chris Sidwells,Clare Griffith

Le Tour 100 is a unique and stunning visual reference to the world's greatest race. With 100 computer-generated artworks detailing the routes of the greatest stages, it relates the most dramatic moments with an exhaustively researched array of facts, figures and stories to give the reader the ultimate Tour de France book. Published to celebrate the 100th race, the 100 seminal moments of the Tour have been chosen by the panel of authors and each has been given its double-page spread showing the route, the story of the stages, the topography, pictures from the race, statistics and features. A complete gazetteer section details every route the tour took and the winners of all the jerseys, while a front section profiles the key characters that were instrumental in the Tour's story. With a combination of stunning visuals, detailed facts and gripping stories, Le Tour 100 is a celebration of the Tour De France and 110 years of racing. No other book tells the history in such a unique and beautiful way.

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1844037231

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9781844037230

A Peiper's Tale

By: Allan Peiper,Chris Sidwells

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A Peiper's Tale

By: Allan Peiper,Chris Sidwells

As a child growing up in Australia, Allan Peiper never knew where home was. In this book he tells of the new world and culture he discovered, as he fought prejudice and deceit, made friends and won races on the way to riding the Tour de France and becoming one of the most respected professional riders of the 1980s.

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Mousehold Press for Basque Children of '37 Association UK

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1874739390

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9781874739395

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