Provides a comprehensive treatment of sports and fitness equipment for retailers, designers, physical educators, and users. Written in non-technical language, the book is divided into three foot-ground interfaces including hiking and ski boots; striking implements such as racquets and bats; and personal fitness equipment including bicycles and weight training equipment. Each part opens with a discussion of relevant biomechanical considerations. B&w photos, diagrams. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.