{"product_id":"practical-cycling","title":"Practical Cycling","description":"\u003cp\u003e  Here is a book that will answer (almost) all of a beginning and experienced bicyclist''s questions about how to get the most out of the activity, while protecting yourself and saving money where possible.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  How?   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  First there is professional advice on helmets and techniques for safe cycling: lights, reflective clothing, and bells, with 10 tips for safe cycling.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Then the bikes:   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e How to choose the right bike for your body and level of fitness. Is it for fun, commuting or long excursions?\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Anatomy of the bike: wheels, saddle, pedals... and what size bike is right?\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e All the right clothing, from shoes and comfortable shorts to panniers\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Anti-theft devices -- which locks are best?\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Home trainers and exercise bikes.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Maintenance is the core of the book:   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e What are your essential tools?\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Keeping the bike (including the chain) clean and lubricated\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Essential adjustments: cleats, gears, brake shoes, V brakes, and hydraulic brakes, chain tension.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Repair   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Replacing a tube or tubeless tire\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Replacing the chain, cassette, freewheel, brake shoes and pads\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Taking off a tire and changing an inner tube\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Applying a patch or tire plug\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e Replacing a derailleur, broken chain link or spoke\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e And much more.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Fully illustrated in full color, this is the bike book every rider needs to get started -- and keep going!   \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57402146226558,"sku":"NW9780228104407","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9780228104407.jpg?v=1778660782","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/practical-cycling","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}