Books Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides 7th ed.This is the bible of New Zealand mountain biking written by the three Kennett Brothers. Available in all good bikes shops and book stores. Published 2008, recommended retail price $38.50.
 Cycling Legend: Tino Tabak - Dreams and Demons"I’ve lapped it out with the Cannibal in the Tour de France, and I’ve struggled just for the dubious Red Lantern. I’ve beaten Holland’s best to claim their road championship title, and I’ve risked everything to win a classic, almost following Tommy Simpson’s fate. It was madness. I can say that now." Published 2009, RRP $20.00. Buy now Cycling Legend: Warwick Dalton - The Lone EagleDalton excelled at all distances. He won 11 New Zealand track titles, the North Island Six-Day Tour, the Round-the-Mountain, the Tour of Southland, plus many overseas events. Published 2008. RRP $20.00 Buy now Cycling Legend: Bill Pratney - Never Say DieWiremu Paratane's cycling career began in 1926 and spanned an astounding seven decades. Published 2007. RRP $20.00 Buy now Cycling Legend: Harry Watson - The Mile EaterThe inspiring story of the first New Zealander to race in the Tour de France. Published 2006. RRP $20.00 Buy now Cycling Legend: Phil O'Shea - Wizard on WheelsPhil O'Shea won every track and road cycling title he set his mind to, during a time when competitive cycling was one of the world's most popular sports. Published 2005. RRP $20.00 See the full list of New Zealand Cycling Legends.
 Wellington's Best Bike RidesWellington’s Best Bike Rides guides you to over 60 local mountain bike tracks and 10 popular road rides – all within 100 kilometres of the capital. Published mid-December 2009 and available in all Wellington bike shops. Recommended retail price $12.00 Adventure Racing - Guide to SurvivalAdventure racing is the worlds fastest growing team sport. This book gives practical advice on how to prepare and train for adventure racing and multisport events. There are methods for improving skills and sound medical and nutritional advice for improved performance. Recommended retail price $12.00
Out of printRideRIDE - the story of cycling in New Zealand from 1860 to 2004. Published 2004. Sold out
Has anyone else noticed how serious everyone is getting about riding these days? Like training programmes, Nationals schedules, sponsorship deals, heart rate monitors, and race to kill attitudes... Cycle Services newsletter, 1995. RIDE
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