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1001 Cycling Tips
1001 Cycling Tips by Hannah Reynolds is a light-hearted and informative guide to all kinds of cycling.
This is no standard instruction manual – it is much more useful than that. This is a huge collection of small tips to make a real difference to your cycling, whether you’re into road cycling, mountain biking, have an ebike, gravel bike or commute to work on your bike – this book will take you through everything you need to know.
The vast range of topics covered includes everything from choosing your bike, the essential kit and clothing you’ll need and navigation to fitness, nutrition, bike maintenance at home and on the road, and travelling with your bike. Hannah’s no-nonsense advice and vast knowledge base will ensure that you have the right tools to enjoy your cycling and achieve your goals, whether you want to race, climb huge mountains or enjoy days out on two wheels with the family.
This is no standard instruction manual – it is much more useful than that. This is a huge collection of small tips to make a real difference to your cycling, whether you’re into road cycling, mountain biking, have an ebike, gravel bike or commute to work on your bike – this book will take you through everything you need to know.
The vast range of topics covered includes everything from choosing your bike, the essential kit and clothing you’ll need and navigation to fitness, nutrition, bike maintenance at home and on the road, and travelling with your bike. Hannah’s no-nonsense advice and vast knowledge base will ensure that you have the right tools to enjoy your cycling and achieve your goals, whether you want to race, climb huge mountains or enjoy days out on two wheels with the family.
160 pages, Paperback
Published November 18, 2021
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January 11, 2022
Following in the format of Andy Kirkpatrick's 1001 Climbing Tips is Hannah Reynolds 1001 Cycling Tips. I enjoyed
flicking through the former and picked up lots of useful tips that I've integrated into my climbing and so was looking forward to seeing what gems Hannah had to offer.
First I should say that I mainly cycle to commute (when I used to go to the office to work, these days I just do a ride before returning to work at home!) and shopping or visiting local places. I'm not an avid cyclist for its own sake, climbing is my real passion, but I will on occasions cycle out to the Peak District and back for fun.
The book is divided up into a number of sections that make logical sense, introducing how to choose a bike and other equipment you might need, how to maintain a bike, integrating cycling into your life, the variation that exists, staying fit for cycling, applications and tools to enhance your cycling, navigating by bike, longer holidays by bike and some final thoughts. Reading through each section its clear a lot of thought and consideration has gone into how to lead the reader through as the tips build on each other. At times it feels as though more flowing prose would have worked which is not meant as a criticism at all, rather a complement that a series of bulleted points are so coherent. As a consequence not all of the items are what I might consider a tip but that doesn't detract from the flow of reading.
Because of the broad scope of the book covering many different aspects/disciplines of cycling not all will be useful to everyone, but that is a good thing as it might be encourage you to try a different form of cycling from your normal mode.
A couple of things I particularly was that preparation and being considerate of your cycling partners is emphasised throughout. Also when a scientific claim was made a citation to the primary literature was given which I appreciated.
There is something for everyone, whether you're already a cyclist or thinking of giving it a go this book and the format works well as something both to pick up and flick through whilst not really watching TV and also sit down and read in more detail.
flicking through the former and picked up lots of useful tips that I've integrated into my climbing and so was looking forward to seeing what gems Hannah had to offer.
First I should say that I mainly cycle to commute (when I used to go to the office to work, these days I just do a ride before returning to work at home!) and shopping or visiting local places. I'm not an avid cyclist for its own sake, climbing is my real passion, but I will on occasions cycle out to the Peak District and back for fun.
The book is divided up into a number of sections that make logical sense, introducing how to choose a bike and other equipment you might need, how to maintain a bike, integrating cycling into your life, the variation that exists, staying fit for cycling, applications and tools to enhance your cycling, navigating by bike, longer holidays by bike and some final thoughts. Reading through each section its clear a lot of thought and consideration has gone into how to lead the reader through as the tips build on each other. At times it feels as though more flowing prose would have worked which is not meant as a criticism at all, rather a complement that a series of bulleted points are so coherent. As a consequence not all of the items are what I might consider a tip but that doesn't detract from the flow of reading.
Because of the broad scope of the book covering many different aspects/disciplines of cycling not all will be useful to everyone, but that is a good thing as it might be encourage you to try a different form of cycling from your normal mode.
A couple of things I particularly was that preparation and being considerate of your cycling partners is emphasised throughout. Also when a scientific claim was made a citation to the primary literature was given which I appreciated.
There is something for everyone, whether you're already a cyclist or thinking of giving it a go this book and the format works well as something both to pick up and flick through whilst not really watching TV and also sit down and read in more detail.
November 8, 2021
This is a great book with a wide variety of tips and a great contents page to send you in the right direction for whichever subject you are interested in which makes it very accessible.
The author is clearly a seasoned cyclist who has been cycling for a long time. She has mixed in many funny anecdotes within the tips drawn from experiences on and off the bike, which made me giggle.
It's a great book for any type of cyclist or someone new to cycling who is looking for inspiration to purchase their first bike. It would also make a really good Christmas present.
The author is clearly a seasoned cyclist who has been cycling for a long time. She has mixed in many funny anecdotes within the tips drawn from experiences on and off the bike, which made me giggle.
It's a great book for any type of cyclist or someone new to cycling who is looking for inspiration to purchase their first bike. It would also make a really good Christmas present.
October 15, 2021
I must admit before delving into this book I was a little put off by the title, but as soon as I started reading it I realised it was a super helpful, well structured handbook and quite amusing too. It does indeed have 1001 tips but they are well categorised, meaning it is a great reference book for both experienced riders and beginners. It covers all the cycling disciplines (I never thought there were quite so many) and all aspects from choosing the right bike, picking a saddle, apps and GPS navigation, right through to the mysteries of group riding hand signals. I would definitely recommend this book plus it would make a great gift for any cyclist.
December 6, 2021
A lovely book - attractive, well written and great photos. The author is clearly a very knowledgeable and experienced cyclist and she has helpfully split the book into different sections so you can easily dip in and out. I’m trying to get back to fitness after having a baby so went straight to the ‘Fitness’ section which is full of useful tips. I also love the Navigation and Routes section and tips on planning long distance bike packing trips. A fun but informative book, easy to browse, and would make a perfect Christmas present for a bike lover.
March 11, 2022
An excellent and comprehensive book, divided into sections which allow you to pick a topic to delve into. Whether you're a roadie looking for cyclo-cross tips or planning your first dose of real training or a bike-packing trip, this book is packed with tips that will help you out.
I particularly appreciated the section on maintenance and repairs, which has always seemed a bit of a mystery... And the practical advice that sometimes you really do just need to go to a bike shop!
The author's humour shines through in numerous anecdotes and tips which are clearly written from (sometimes rueful!) personal experience. There's not even a hint of elitism here, the book is pitched such that almost any cyclist can get more out of their own cycling, whatever discipline they favour, from commuting to cyclocross to sportives.
I particularly appreciated the section on maintenance and repairs, which has always seemed a bit of a mystery... And the practical advice that sometimes you really do just need to go to a bike shop!
The author's humour shines through in numerous anecdotes and tips which are clearly written from (sometimes rueful!) personal experience. There's not even a hint of elitism here, the book is pitched such that almost any cyclist can get more out of their own cycling, whatever discipline they favour, from commuting to cyclocross to sportives.
March 31, 2022
Easy and good reading. Concise but very helpful tips. Illustrated with amazing photos. Love it
November 11, 2021
I am a road cyclist and mountain biker, so I was really keen to get this book as I want to become a better rider. No matter what level of cyclist you are - beginner or club cyclist - there will definitely be some tips in here that you will learn from.
The author clearly has many years of experience, in many different disciplines - she's not just a road rider, so she knows what she's talking about when offering tips on bike touring, MTB, e-bikes, etc. The wisdom she shares is a cumulation of years of getting out there and riding, and it will save you from making mistakes without learning the hard way! For example, I really want to plan a bikepacking trip next year, and her tips on what and how to pack, and how to set up the bike to avoid being uncomfortable on a long ride, are invaluable.
What I particularly like is the humour throughout - you're guaranteed to laugh out loud! That is not to say that the tips are 'gimicky' or not serious, but the tips and tricks she has picked up along the way with funny anecdotes certainly had me chuckling.
The book is split into sections, e.g. Maintenance, Fitness, and Navigation, which makes it easy to find advice on a particular topic. I read the book from cover to cover, but you can just flip to a relevant section if you are after something specific.
I loved this book and can definitely recommend that if any of your friends or family are cyclists, this is an ideal Christmas present for them.
It is a beautiful book with lots of great images throughout (again, all diverse - it's not just for super-fit road cyclists!) and is a vital addition to any cyclist's bookshelf.
The author clearly has many years of experience, in many different disciplines - she's not just a road rider, so she knows what she's talking about when offering tips on bike touring, MTB, e-bikes, etc. The wisdom she shares is a cumulation of years of getting out there and riding, and it will save you from making mistakes without learning the hard way! For example, I really want to plan a bikepacking trip next year, and her tips on what and how to pack, and how to set up the bike to avoid being uncomfortable on a long ride, are invaluable.
What I particularly like is the humour throughout - you're guaranteed to laugh out loud! That is not to say that the tips are 'gimicky' or not serious, but the tips and tricks she has picked up along the way with funny anecdotes certainly had me chuckling.
The book is split into sections, e.g. Maintenance, Fitness, and Navigation, which makes it easy to find advice on a particular topic. I read the book from cover to cover, but you can just flip to a relevant section if you are after something specific.
I loved this book and can definitely recommend that if any of your friends or family are cyclists, this is an ideal Christmas present for them.
It is a beautiful book with lots of great images throughout (again, all diverse - it's not just for super-fit road cyclists!) and is a vital addition to any cyclist's bookshelf.
November 12, 2021
All cyclists need this!
Very well written, witty and well organised into manageable and easy to navigate chapters. Hannah clearly has a deep knowledge of all things cycling and is able to relay this to the reader extremely well. I've been cycling (mostly road) for close to 3 years now, so still a novice, but not total novice. The tips and tricks contained in this book will prove helpful over the coming winter season.
Simply brilliant - Gave 5 stars as there's no option for 6
Very well written, witty and well organised into manageable and easy to navigate chapters. Hannah clearly has a deep knowledge of all things cycling and is able to relay this to the reader extremely well. I've been cycling (mostly road) for close to 3 years now, so still a novice, but not total novice. The tips and tricks contained in this book will prove helpful over the coming winter season.
Simply brilliant - Gave 5 stars as there's no option for 6
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