Beginning Bike Racing

Without proper preparation, bicycle racing is a brutal and intimidating venture. This book contains over 200 training principles, techniques, and skills that equip newcomers with the competence and confidence they need to find success in competitive cycling. Written by three experienced coaches, it offers a three-year progression that helps the cyclist master every aspect of smart racing. Beginners receive a thorough grounding in the basics: balance, control, economy, equipment selection, injury prevention, and basic strategy. From there, intermediate cyclists move on to high-speed cornering and riding in echelons, lab testing, and annual strength training programs. By the third year, cyclists master advanced techniques including positioning, event-specific skills, and the ability to read and change strategy mid-race. Bridging the gap between books on fitness cycling and self-coached training guides, Beginning Bike Racing provides a detailed introduction to the training, tactics, and tenacity that rule the local racing scene.