The Recumbent Bicycle

Recumbent bikes are showing up everywhere. The problem is that people don't understand them. And the major bike media won't cover them. Solution? This book! It's the only book all about recumbents. It covers everything: history, science, sports, touring, city-use, innovations, design and home-building. It's written both for beginners and experts. It explains the effects of the various special features of recumbents, offering pro's and con's the reader can use in light of their own unique blend of needs. Recumbents are hugely varied bikes in terms of intended design goals, so radically different models can still be great depending on a rider's needs. All types get respect in this book! With this info and insight, plus plenty of test-riding, anyone can find the right bike for them and learn to appreciate the others.This book has received many rave reviews. It offers hundreds of B&W and color photos, manufacturer and resource listings.