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Bicycle Road Racing Complete Program for Training
and Competition
by Edward Borysewicz ("Eddie B.")
Description
Eddie Borysewicz ("Eddie B.") is probably the most famous coach in bicycle racing. This books
lays out his complete program, covering preparation, strategy, nutrition, psychology, physiology,
clothing, and equipment for all forms of road racing. An essential book for the competitive
rider.
About the Author
Eddie B. was the first national coaching director of the USCF; from 1980 through 1984 he was
the U.S. Olympic Cycling Coach. He remains the best-known coach on the American cycling scene.
Book Details
- Pages: 276 pp
- Format: 8 1/2 x 11", Paperback
- Weight: 1 lb. 14 oz.
- Published: 1985
- Publisher: Vitesse Press
- Price: 24.95
Table of Contents
- Introduction
A sport with a future...A sport for the individual...The value of a coach... Strong points,
weak points...The year of the cyclist...Cycling diary... Evolution to a harder program...Summary
- Riding Position
New findings about saddle height...How to set up the total position
- Yearly Training Plan
Rest Period...Preparation Period...Racing Period...Special note to non-senions
- Road Race
The echelon...Climbing...Descending...Tactics in a group...Overcoming bad luck... Race food...Race
clothing...Aerodynamic equipment
- Criterium
Peaking for a major race...Cornering...Tactics...Points race...Equipment... Clothing
- Individual Time Trial
Training for time trialing...Equipment
- Team Time Trials
Characters of the TTT...Racing techniques...Team selection...Racing techniques...2-man TTT
- Stage Race
Characteristics of the stage racer...Elements of success...Equipment
- Appendix
Psychology of the cyclist...Equipment...Riding techniques...Medical matters
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