mountain biking

"Explains the sport of mountain biking (MTB), including the different types of riding, such as cross-country, downhill, North Shore, and marathon. Describes mountain bikes and the features that make one bike better for a riding style than another. Includes a list of good places to ride, along with descriptions of competitions and events"--Provided by publisher.

Includes updated information on everything from helmets to handlebars and brake maintenance to off-road racing.

Provides detailed technical instructions designed to help mountain bikers master the skills needed to handle their bike in any conditions and on all types of terrain.

Provides an introduction to mountain biking, reviewing the history of the sport, looking at different types of bikes, and discussing clothing and gear, biking techniques and competitions, training, and safety.

Handbook on the manufacture, use, and care of mountain bikes.

Jonah and his little brother Shawn bring their mountain bikes for a visit to Grandpa's house, despite Grandpa's claims that Crooked Hills is cursed, but when Shawn is missing after a dangerous storm, Jonah must put aside his fears to save his little brother.

Action photographs and text provide an introduction to mountain biking, describing the sport, its equipment, and different types of races. Includes a glossary and resources.

Sadie expects to be bored when she is sent to stay with relatives in Minnesota for the summer, but she finds excitement with a new friend, Allie, and off-road biking until the friends stray off the path, where they discover a badly beaten priest and after they call for help Allie disappears.

The Ridge Riders help Slam Duncan get back the new shocks that Slam's foes, Stick and Spanner, stole from him.

After a minor mountain climbing accident, Slam develops a fear of heights that interferes with his bicycle racing and other activities, until his friend Dozy suggests that he think of the fear as a computer program that he can quit whenever he wishes.