18 tips for good trips
Article Abstract:
Cyclists who are interested in joining bicycle tours should prepare themselves physically and mentally for the difficulties that lay ahead. Training should start two to three months before the tour by riding 15-20 miles thrice a week. Cyclists should be prepared to carry a load on their back during the entire tour.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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Duel of the duals
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Offroad tests of the $1,050 Diamond Back V-Link 1.1, the $1,199 Jamis Dakar Sport, the $1,000 Mongoose VRS 1.0, the $1,199 Schwinn S-20 are reported. Several dual suspension mountain bike are also recommended. These include the $3,500 DiamondBack V-Link Pro and the $3,949 Kenstrel Rubicon Comp.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
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What the pros know
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Tips from professional mountain bikers and bicycle mechanics for improving the performance of mountain bikes are presented. Riding on mud necessitates the use of mud repellant and removal techniques to keep the mountain bike's weight to a minimum.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
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