"The soaring popularity of mountain bikes is reviving an industry that nearly succumbed....This manual discusses...how to choose the right style for the potential rider's needs...with details of fork construction, suspension technology, and the steering system...on the drivetrain [it] includes conversion tables and discussion of gear ratios....Covers different gear-shifting systems and derailleurs...brakes, wheels, saddles, and accessories. This will be a popular book in the public library."--Booklist. 128 pages (all in color), 6 5/8 x 8 5/8. Read Less