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This book describes the history and adventures of mountain biking, the element of risk, the combination of speed and sweat, and the breathtaking scenery in the great outdoors. The coauthor is Leslie Rapparlie.
Quick Summary
"Mountain Biking" takes readers on a wild ride from the earliest garage-built bikes to the adrenaline-pumping trails of today, showing how a handful of rebellious teenagers in California invented a whole new sport by strapping gears to old bicycles and racing down mountainsides. Kids will love discovering therisky business of speed, sweat, and breathtaking scenery that makes mountain biking one of the most thrilling outdoor activities out there. If your kid loves "Guts" by Gary Paulsen or any book about extreme sports and daring adventures, they'll race through This Book Is Top Secret: A Collection of Awesome Military Trivia. This is a perfect read for kids ages 9-13 in grades 4-8 who crave excitement and want to understand where one of the coolest sports around got its start.