Author / bicycle mechanic Mel Allwood has published four books which so far have focused mostly on mountain biking. Her latest work however addresses the needs of all bikers, with London Cycle Sport saying that the book speaks to “all levels of riders with perfect simplicity.” The range of topics in the book includes basic ones, like choosing the right bicycle, to more advanced ones like in-depth maintenance. The reviewer found the books to be “beautifully and practically illustrated” going as far as to say that it could become a “bible for commuters, competitive riders and beginners.” We think that’s a pretty tall-order, so we’re going to have to withhold judgment until we get our hands on a copy. Buyers can expect to spend around ₤18 for a copy, though Amazon UK does have it for around ₤12 new or ₤10.50 from resellers.

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