Total Road Cycling is an extensive and authoritative book aimed at the
legions of weekend heroes who inhabit the world of road riding, from
those entering their first charity event to seasoned riders looking to
improve their performance. Illustrated throughout with annotated
photographs and step-by-step artworks and images, this is the only book
any road rider will ever need. Starting by choosing the right kit, the
book talks you through everything from buying a bike to deciding on the
right clothes and accessories. It then looks at how best to train for
the rigors of the open road by getting your bike-specific fitness up to
scratch. But riding a bike is much more than just pedaling hard, so next
comes the essential skills necessary for efficient speed--including
climbing, cornering, and descending. Road riding also has its own
tactics and this volume shows you the strategies that will keep you at
the front of the pack.