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A legendary mountain biking champion offers practical instructions, accompanied by entertaining anecdotes and reminiscences, on the essential techniques, skills, and tactics of mountain biking, offering tips on safety, developing a training program, equipment, and more. Original. 20,000 first printi
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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book a few months ago and once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. I have been riding the same section of local forest for 6 months and there are lots of sections I would never ride for lack of technique/fear of crashing but after reading this book I now ride almost every section and haven't come off once. There is just the right balance of example stories, techniques and skill drills to try, even a section of how to fall off properly, ha ha. My hill climbing is 200% better after reading the section on climbing properly and my confidence has soared. Get this book and start to ride like you should be
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Ned Overend is one of the most respected names in XC mountain bike racing, so a book on bike handling skills with his name on it is an excellent starting point. It is written in a relaxed, almost conversational style which entices you to keep turning the page.
Initially I was slightly disappointed on receiving the book as there are very few pictures accompanying the text. However, the text is very clear and only the more obscure techniques need and are illustrated with photos, for example Ned's weighting and body position during cornering.
The value in any manual of technique is in its successful application and here I found the format most useful: schedule training rides around the tips and drills contained in the book and then go back to it for more detail on handling skills that need attention. (If you are doing this correctly and concentrating you will find that the fitness element looks after itself!) I gained a real improvement in my bike handling skills after a first read and will be returning to the book regularily to build on it.
The section on winter training is especially valuable, laded with Ned's experience, and is a refreshing counter to the many overladen winter routines out there.
Buy It and Apply It - this is an excellent value book that will enhance your enjoyment on the bike.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By MB
Format:Paperback
Superb read, packed full of tips and "skill drills" which have proved invaluble. The section on braking is especially helpful for a novice like myself.I have read it from cover to cover on a number of occassions, the only criticism I could level at the book is the lack of photos but this is in fairness countered by the clear, concise writing style.
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This book is still very good
This book is a little old but is still one of the best books about mountain biking techniques. I have got faster, safer and better due to this book.
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Published 1 month ago by L. D. Holden
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Very Good Tips but a bit Dated
I like this book and it's classic of the genre.
Well written with lots of good tips on how to ride fast, stay safe and get fit. Read more
Well written with lots of good tips on how to ride fast, stay safe and get fit. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Smart Mart 13
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Great read
I was really impressed with this book. I bought it wanting to know more about xc riding technique and this book provides a really good range of technique in enough depth along with... Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2010 by Simon D
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How to ride a mountain bike properly
Very good indeed. It starts off with the basics of how to set up your bike properly then goes into basic technical stuff like how to do track stands, bunny hops and pedal... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2005 by Simon C
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Great for beginners too
I just took up mountain biking recently having not had a bike for over 10 years, and have been looking for ways to get the basics under control. Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2005 by LoneGroover
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent book for every XC technique
Absolutely brilliant book, stuffed to the gills with tips and tricks to make you ride better and faster!
Published on 1 Sep 2003 by "wibble_world_ruler"
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Best MTB Book Technique Ever
There's no other way to get to know techniques and Mountain Bike experiences other than reading Ned Overend's own experiences, from which he himself learned from! Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2002 by Muscat Ishmael
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An easy way to gain a wealth of information.
Last week I purchased this book and have read it cover to cover. The book is set up so you can read and work on specific aspects of Mountian Biking. Read more
Published on 27 Aug 1999
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