--For dummies

Includes index

Introduction -- Part 1: Starting off on the right wheel. Almost everything you need to know about bicycles -- Sizing up the right bike and fit -- Cockpit, part 1 : handlebars, grips, and headsets -- Cockpit, part 2 : stems, seatposts, and saddles -- Brakes, wheels, and tires -- Drivetrains -- Part 2: Buying a new bike and other gear you need. Finding the perfect bike -- Purchasing your new set of (two) wheels -- Getting the necessary gear and equipment -- Part 3: Using and maintaining a bicycle. Preparing for your first ride -- Riding a bike 101 -- Riding safely : following the rules of the road, path, and trail -- Fixing and maintaining your bike -- Finding good places to ride -- Part 4: The part of tens. Ten training tips -- Ten bucket list events

"Biking For Dummies will teach you the basics of riding your bike as a workout or as a mode of transportation. Great for people of all ages and fitness levels, this book shows you how to select the best bike for your needs, how to ride safely, and how to maintain your bicycle, so you can enjoy the many adventures that lie ahead. This entertaining Dummies guide answers all your questions about e-bikes, cycling etiquette, must-have gear and gadgets, and staying safe out there. Plus, you'll find bicycle maintenance advice and tips that will help you get faster and ride farther, even if you're starting from zero. Become a cyclist, the Dummies way"--