Editorial Reviews
Book Description
For serious cyclists, cycling coaches, and triathletes, the quest for a technical edge never stops. Led by two-time U.S. Olympic cycling team staff member and renowned cycling author Ed Burke, a world-class collection of cycling scientists reveal the most important, recent advances in the sport.
From heart rate monitors and altitude tents to power hubs, suspension systems, frame construction, and pedaling efficiency, this book covers every aspect of technology and technique. Additional chapters provide in-depth information on cycling nutrition, altitude training, and the physiological demands of workouts and races. Through it all you'll gain new insights how optimizing the dynamics between human and machine results in becoming a champion in the sport.
Whether you're a serious cyclist, cycling coach, or triathlete seeking to improve your cycling, tap into the expert knowledge in High-Tech Cycling and boost your performance on the track, off-road, and beyond.
From the Publisher
"This book combines the best advice of the cycling science community with the best of the cycling community. I highly recommend it."
Erin Hartwell, U.S. Cycling Team Silver medalist in 1995 Pan American Games, 1994 World Championships, and 1992 Olympic Games
"A resourceful and enjoyable book on the science of cycling that every serious cyclist should take the time to read."
Betsy King 5-time captain, U.S. Women's Tour de France team 20-time national champion
"High-Tech Cycling is the most complete book of cycling technology ever written."
Lon Haldeman Veteran of 30 coast-to-coast cycling races and tours
"This is a tremendous compendium. Ed has assembled some of the greatest cycling minds of our time and put them to good use!"
Lennard Zinn Technical editor, Velo News and Inside Triathlon
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High-Tech Cycling
High-Tech Cycling,Edmund R. Burke,Human Kinetics Publishers,0736045074,Cycling,Cycling - General,General,Sports,Sports & Recreation
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