Cycling for Health and Pleasure

By Luther H. Porter189510 chapters25 images

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Contents

• Cycling for Health (opens in a new tab)

  Argues that cycling is the most beneficial of all exercises, drawing on the author's own health experience.
• Learning (opens in a new tab)

  Practical advice on choosing a machine, finding instruction, and mastering balance and dismounting.
• Riding and Touring (opens in a new tab)

  Guidance on road riding, touring distances, route-finding, and making the most of cycling excursions.
• Accidents and Their Prevention (opens in a new tab)

  Catalogues the common causes of cycling accidents and advises on safe riding habits and first aid.
• Correct Pedaling (opens in a new tab)

  Explains the mechanics of efficient pedalling action, including ankle-flex technique.
• Speed and Gearing (opens in a new tab)

  Discusses gear ratios, their relationship to speed, and how to select the right gear for conditions.
• Training (opens in a new tab)

  Covers systematic training methods, diet, rest, and preparation for long-distance cycling events.
• Cycling Costume (opens in a new tab)

  Reviews appropriate clothing for men and women cyclists, with notes on fabric and fit.
• Practical Points (opens in a new tab)

  Miscellaneous tips on machine care, puncture repair, lighting, and equipment selection.
• Appendix (opens in a new tab)

  Supplementary tables and notes on cycling statistics, records, and club information.