Review of Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance

Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance
Average Rating: 4.5 Total Reviews: 48
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Great Book

On: 2008-10-06

I bought this book for my husband who is a mountain biking nutter. He just loves it, cant get his head out of it. We would definately recommend this book to anyone who is interested in repairing/maintaining your mountain bike.

Great book for MTB's!

On: 2008-08-18

The Good
- This is a great book for mountain bikes. Since mountain bikes have a lot of "specialised parts" that road bikes dont have, e.g. suspension, disc brakes, v brakes, etc., this book is much better than books that cover all bikes in general. They just dont have sufficient detail in explaining MTB parts.

- This may be a bit subjective. Illustrations in the book are drawings instead of actual pictures. Drawings seem to give me pretty decent understanding on what the author describes. I have used a book with actual pictures but they sometimes are unable to show all the details that a drawing sometimes can.

The Bad? ... or what should be better?
- I would have preferred more pictures to describe a particular task. Reading a whole lot of detail can sometimes be difficult.

- Sections can be categorised in a more reading friendly format. The previous book I had (sorry cant remember the author) sections it very nicely and makes it very quick to find items that you like to fix.

The good plus the bad, I rate this book 4 stars.

what every old biker needs

On: 2008-08-09

With all the advances in Bicycles over the years I needed this book and all the information inside. It is very easy to understand and provides the useful information I needed.

Excelent content

On: 2008-04-11

Excellent book full of information about MTB parts including differences from one brand to another. Full of drawings that helps understand how things should be done.

The Bible of Mountain Bike Maintenance

On: 2008-01-08

This book was recommended by a friend of mine to facilitate my Padawan ways of bike maintenance. Im very impressed, and the illustrations are excellent. Everything is broken down into the most basic steps when making a repair/modification. Its so much easier to maintain and repair your own bike, than to have your LBS do it. Dont be a tool, buy the book.

This is the bible of Mountain Biking

On: 2008-01-04

Now although I ride alot, Im not really big on reading Mountain bike books from cover to cover. And I actually refer to the companion Mountain Biking DVD-Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance DVD more often. This one, on the other hand is just a wealth of information. It covers so many different areas. Ive looked at other books in the stores. If you want to own just one Mountain bike maintenance book, this is it. I myself only have one-this one. If you are a more visual person, as I am - get his video. Its awesome too.Down Low Glow Lighting Kit - Two Tubes-Envy(green)

great books on bike maintenance

On: 2007-12-09

zinns book is right up to date on keeping your hi tech bike in good
shape,the best i have read

Everything you need to know to.....

On: 2007-11-05

If you are overwhelmed by all the moving parts or are just looking for a reference, this book is for you.

This book contains detailed descriptions and illustrations of everything you need to know to maintain and tweak your mountain bike.

Where are the step-by-step photos?

by: dasn0wman On: 2007-10-30

This is not a bad book. It is huge and quite comprehensive and probably has a solution for every problem. But where are the step-by-step photos that is much needed in a how-to book esp in the realm of bike repair! There are not even photos in color or b/w. The reader is forced to comprehend the "art" by some simple cartoon drawings?! Mountain bike repair is not exactly a simple thing to pick up for the normal person and the lack of photos make it even harder. Lastly, it is not a book you would want to read cover-to-cover. Granted, books like these are more for reference, but the writing is not even that great for the cover-to-cover attempt.

Own a Mountain Bike, Need This Book

On: 2007-10-27

I really love how complete this book is. It covers just about everything concerning what makes a Mountain Bike tick and how to go about taking them apart/fixing things/replacing things (or at least have enough confidence to try the procedures at your experience level).

Sure, it wont make you a master bike mechanic, but, at least youll know what sort of things are beyond you and roughly what the bike mechanic will be doing on your bike.

In any event, you want this reference book on your shelf.

Not bad

On: 2007-10-18

Not a bad book.... good pictures and explanations. could be a little more specific for newbies. overall a good buy.

A great intro to mountain bike maintenance

On: 2007-10-09

What can I add that hasnt already been said earlier?

If you can get the book and the dvd. This has been a great introduction for myself as I wanted to learn how to best maintain my mountain bike. It has proven to be very accessible for even a beginner like myself and yet not feel like Im being talked down to by the author.

I only recently bought this and already some of the maintenance & repairs Ive done have saved some serious cash. Now as I walk into the local bicycle shop I know what I need for the tasks at hand.

For the maintenance and repairs I do now I save myself money and also I spare the time of the local bicycle mechanics by not taking it in for maintenance jobs I can now do. They have noted this and do appreciate it.

Clear, well writen and with good schemes and graphics

On: 2007-08-03

I found that this was exactly what I was looking for. Clear, simple when it can be simple and not oversimplified when the things are complicated. If you are like me a MTB enthusiast with inclinations to understand, maintain and even repair ocasionally your bike, this is the book for you. Not that it covers only basic material, but it is friendly to newcomers that will, I believe, enjoy putting their hands on the bike.

Search the internet, its cheaper

On: 2007-07-09

Good book, easy to read and understand.

Yet I still feel the internet is a much greater resource which the ability to search for specific problems, rather than browsing problems, and ability to talk with people (such as on forums).

Great if you want a book though.

Search the internet, its cheaper

On: 2007-07-08

Good book, easy to read and understand.

Yet I still feel the internet is a much greater resource which the ability to search for specific problems, rather than browsing problems, and ability to talk with people (such as on forums).

Great if you want a book though.

great textbook

On: 2007-05-21

This is a nicely written and very informative book--a must for anyone who wants to do his/her own maintenence on a mountain bike. For long-time and experienced mechanics, much will be review, but there are always those little things that you havent done before, or have changed with new equipment. This book gives you the proper approach in a clear, no-nonsense fashion.

very helpful

by: duffme@yahoo.com On: 2007-04-11

Im not a techie biker; I dont know all about bikes and components. I like this book and use it for general maintenance. It covers many different types of components. I do sometimes have a little trouble matching up the pictures and descriptions to reality. Glad I bought it.

Good book, quick ship

On: 2007-01-19

This book is a good guide to your MTB and covers the full spectrum. Item was cheaper than others, excellent condition, and shipped extremely fast.

Good book but over-rated

On: 2007-01-11

I think that this book is over rated for 2 reasons. First, the pen and ink type illustrations are not as useful as photos, which the book does not have. Second and more importantly, good how to / fix it books explain how stuff works. If you know how it works, you can diagnose most problems and fix them. By contrast other books (incl Zinn) mostly just tell you the steps to fix something. This is great as long as your gear and problem perfectly match the one the authors intended, but not so good for having to diagnose other problems (or fix stuff in the field where you dont have the book). Based on these criteria, I prefer Mel Alwoods book, although I usually read both before attempting a repair.

Good book but over-rated

On: 2007-01-10

I think that this book is over rated for 2 reasons. First, the pen and ink type illustrations are not as useful as photos, which the book does not have. Second and more importantly, good how to / fix it books explain how stuff works. If you know how it works, you can diagnose most problems and fix them. By contrast other books (incl Zinn) mostly just tell you the steps to fix something. This is great as long as your gear and problem perfectly match the one the authors intended, but not so good for having to diagnose other problems (or fix stuff in the field where you dont have the book). Based on these criteria, I prefer Mel Alwoods book, although I usually read both before attempting a repair.

Still the best guide, but ...

On: 2006-07-05

If this the first Zinn MTB maintenance guide you buy, youll find tons of useful info. If you own the previous version, youll see most of the material remains the same. The major (and welcome addendum) is the inclusion of rear shocks. However, few models are covered. For front shocks, there is still major and extended references to old forks, which I am in doubt if people still use them, and superficial reviews for new ones. There are a few new items added like tuning rear shocks, Stan Notubes, slime, tubeless etc - but this info is readily available in web sites. Overall I give this book 4 stars average - five if this is going to be your first copy, three if you have already one.

Essential

On: 2005-08-17

I have to say before getting this book I was a little worried it would be to advanced for someone so mechanically challanged to follow but it details just about every thing you would ever want to do on a bike that even someone like me can follow.

I was at first a little surprised to see that it had no pictures (only drawings) but they are very detailed and explain the moves in a manner which would have been hard to do with photographs.

Well worth the money.

Benefits for both Veterans and Rookies

On: 2005-03-15

As a rookie, I first checked out the second edition Zinn from the local public library - it taught me the basics of adjusting the limit screws on my derailleur and how to replace spokes on my rigid frame mountain bike.

After 10 years of riding in Marin CA, I now have a dual suspension mountain bike. These bikes are expensive and complicated with a lot more things to break and adjust. I now own a third edition copy of Zinn and am glad to have it. It is a good owners manual. The book provides guidance for things I can do and things I am better off not doing. Even when I cant do something I like to know how it works.

The book provides an added level of safety in getting riders familiar with their bikes and providing guidelines for evaluating if things are worn out and what a good replacement schedule is for parts. Unavoidable things in life include death and taxes, mountain biking adds a concept everything will break at some point and when it does you want to be able to consult Zinn.

The book is nicely indexed and is set-up in easily understood sections that will allow you to handle specific problems you are having with your bike. Explanations are concise and there are a lot of pictures and figures of various models of equipment. Fun to read even if you dont work on your own bike, and allows you to save some $ if you do.

Great gift for a female fat tire rider

On: 2005-03-13

This book does a great job in not only explaining basic bike repairs, but also labeling bike components. Otherwise, to a newbie, it doesnt do much good to simply state that you must adjust the rear derailler ... but now that you know exactly which piece it is and what it looks like, you are set to performing a basic repair yourself. This in itself is well worth the price of this book.

The first time I flatted, my bike was fortunately in my garage. So with book in hand, I follwed the instructions on how to get the tire off the rim, remove the tube, check for leaks, search for any debris inside the tire, and patch the tube myself. And with just a few attempts, managed to get both the tube and tire back on.

Since then, I diligently read the other repairs and have put them to good use on the trail. And no, I dont have the book with me, but the instructions are so good that I can remember how to perform on-the-trail repairs. This has saved myself and several friends from hoofing it back to the trailhead instead of spending about 5-ish minutes (depending on the repair) to fix it ourselves.

I keep a repair kit stocked and with me at all times thanks to this book. As a female rider who is not typically mechnically inclined, I am able to follow the instructions and spend more time on the trail and less time at the mechanic.

Great gift for a female fat tire rider

On: 2005-03-12

This book does a great job in not only explaining basic bike repairs, but also labeling bike components. Otherwise, to a newbie, it doesnt do much good to simply state that you must adjust the rear derailler ... but now that you know exactly which piece it is and what it looks like, you are set to performing a basic repair yourself. This in itself is well worth the price of this book.

The first time I flatted, my bike was fortunately in my garage. So with book in hand, I follwed the instructions on how to get the tire off the rim, remove the tube, check for leaks, search for any debris inside the tire, and patch the tube myself. And with just a few attempts, managed to get both the tube and tire back on.

Since then, I diligently read the other repairs and have put them to good use on the trail. And no, I dont have the book with me, but the instructions are so good that I can remember how to perform on-the-trail repairs. This has saved myself and several friends from hoofing it back to the trailhead instead of spending about 5-ish minutes (depending on the repair) to fix it ourselves.

I keep a repair kit stocked and with me at all times thanks to this book. As a female rider who is not typically mechnically inclined, I am able to follow the instructions and spend more time on the trail and less time at the mechanic.

A must have book especially for beginners

On: 2004-07-17

I am brand new to the world of mountain biking and this book has been my bible. If it isnt covered in this book then you dont need to know. With this book I have been able to make adjustments and alignments to my bike I would have normally taken to a shop to have done.

My wife doesnt care for the book too much though because she has now become a mountain bike widow. I spend about an hour or two a day rereading this book and tweeking my bike. The must have spares part of the book saved me from pushing my bike home one day as I would not have normally had a spare chain link with me. Unfortunately I also went on to break my collar bone that same day and this was not addressed in the book. Seriously though, Im contemplating buying a second book, a working copy (the dirty one) and a reference copy (the clean one) I can bring in the house.

You wont be sorry if you buy this book.

A must have book especially for beginners

On: 2004-07-16

I am brand new to the world of mountain biking and this book has been my bible. If it isnt covered in this book then you dont need to know. With this book I have been able to make adjustments and alignments to my bike I would have normally taken to a shop to have done.

You wont be sorry if you buy this book.

A graet book for all MTB folks, maybe even for us rookies!

On: 2003-10-18

This book is a must have in your collection even if you are new in the MTB scene. You should also seriously consider purchasing some tools specificly made for mtb which is clearly explained in the book,without the tools the book is not going to give you much.With some intermediate level tools youll be able to perform the most common repairs on your bike yourself. Not only will this save you money in the long run, but youll understand the equipment and your bike much better and be able to handle unexpected situations on the trail. There are a lot of hand drawn pictures and each part of the bike is covered in great depth(perhaps little too much detailed explanation for a novice like me!).
With all due respect,I wish there were more pictures,not only hand drawn but also maybe some computer drawn 3-D slices,showing the equipment and the bike parts and the proper ways they fit togather since the hand drawns can be a bit difficult to understand and do not show all the in-depth details plus showing things in step by step detailed 3-D pictures mostly works better for the novice than explaining them in long sentences. Still, i think this book helped me a lot and it is definitly one of the best out there.

Not good for "mechanically challenged" people

On: 2003-08-18

I admit it. I am a clutz when it comes to mechanical things. Because of this lack of talent, I need lots of photos and illustrations for me to get through any sort of repair work. Zinn has a book that will appeal to those who are mechanically adept, but as for the novice or individuals like me who lack spacial relations, the book will be very confusing. Much of the book describes, in words, what you should do instead of showing you in a step by step way with photos. "Take the gibetz ring off of the whatchamacallit and be careful not to put tension on the g-string..." This sentence wasnt in the book, but it might as well have been. I found this book to be very hard to understand.

Not good for "mechanically challenged" people

On: 2003-08-17

I admit it. I am a clutz when it comes to mechanical things. Because of this lack of talent, I need lots of photos and illustrations for me to get through any sort of repair work. Zinn has a book that will appeal to those who are mechanically adept, but as for the novice or individuals like me who lack spacial relations, the book will be very confusing. Much of the book describes, in words, what you should do instead of showing you in a step by step way with photos. "Take the gibetz ring off of the whatchamacallit and be careful not to put tension on the g-string..." This sentence wasnt in the book, but it might as well have been. I found this book to be very hard to understand.

A Book for All

by: Anonymous On: 2002-08-02

This is an excellent book. It is explained simple enough that even a novice can understand, and learn, how to do everything from adjusting rim brakes, to adjusting bearings everywhere, and even bleeding hydralic brakes, if that is your cup of tea.

It is in depth enough that if you already have some experience repairing bikes, that it can give you some pointers you may never have thought or heard of.

A must have for your mountain bike

by: dougrw On: 2002-08-01

Whether you have a shiny new mountain bike or one that has been on more than a few trail rides, this book is a must to have in your collection. For about [price] and the price of some tools youll be able to perform the most common maintenance on your bike yourself. Not only will this save you money (tuneups arent exactly cheap these days), but youll understand your equipment much better and be able to handle unexpected situations on the trail.

The book is a large format with two columns of text per page and hand drawn figures (basically no photos). Each part of the bike is covered in great depth in pseudo-outline form.

The only downside is that the figures can be a bit difficult to understand. I can see how they can be more clear that photos, but some combination of the two or perhaps just more figures would have helped. Ive found it is always best to look at the figures alongside my bike so there is no ambiguity.

for bicycle enthusiasts

On: 2002-03-16

My husband got this book. He is totally into Mt. Biking and of course, with serious Mt. Biking comes the maintenance that goes along with it. This book is like a tool to keep your Bike running at its best. You or the person you buy this for wont be disappointed with the information it provides.

for bicycle enthusiasts

On: 2002-03-15

My husband got this book. He is totally into Mt. Biking and of course, with serious Mt. Biking comes the maintenance that goes along with it. This book is like a tool to keep your Bike running at its best. You or the person you buy this for wont be disappointed with the information it provides.

Fantastic

On: 2002-02-13

If you ever even want to think about doing any kind of maintenance on your bike, get this book. Even if you just want to know how to clean it properly after a hard, dirty ride... get this book. This is an invaluable guide to maintaining, repairing, and upgrading that bike you shelled out all the cash for.

Fantastic

On: 2002-02-12

If you ever even want to think about doing any kind of maintenance on your bike, get this book. Even if you just want to know how to clean it properly after a hard, dirty ride... get this book. This is an invaluable guide to maintaining, repairing, and upgrading that bike you shelled out all the cash for.

made me build my own new wheels

On: 2001-09-06

Just what I was looking for!
After reading it I managed to build my own new (ROUND) wheels.
No problem with my bike scares me any more!
Well, maybe just a broken frame.

Incredible!!

On: 2001-09-04

I have virtually no bike repair experience so I bought this book. I will be a pro with this books assistance. Tool lists, great drawings, step by step instructions and more!! I just wanted to learn how to fix my two sons bike gears and I will learn that and EVERYTHING else too!!!

Incredible!!

On: 2001-09-03

I have virtually no bike repair experience so I bought this book. I will be a pro with this books assistance. Tool lists, great drawings, step by step instructions and more!! I just wanted to learn how to fix my two sons bike gears and I will learn that and EVERYTHING else too!!!

paperback courage

On: 2001-08-31

Not enough women work on their own bikes. One excellent competitive rider I knew used to call a taxi if she had a flat tire. No kidding. I started going beyond changing tires just a few years ago with the help of another book (Bicycling Magazines Bike Maintenance and Repair), and have been grateful to that book for getting me started. Every cable replaced or hub overhauled is a small victory.

After a recent mountain bike holiday in Spain, my cousin and I both replaced our 8- or 9-year old bikes. I meant to send her a copy of Bicycling Mags book, but the reviews for Zinns looked better. I sent her one, and ordered one for myself as well.

Im glad I put myself in the loop. Im impressed by Zinns thoughtful attention to detail: He seems to always answer the "yeah, but" question in my mind. His writing style is easy-going and humorous, but not much is left out. I especially appreciate some of the appendices, including a trouble shooting index, torque table, pedal-cleat compatibility chart, and others.

This is from my cousins thank-you note:
"I got the birthday present that you ordered for me. I actually got it a few days ago and have been with my nose in it ever since. I have fine-tuned my cleats and am now going to make a few adjustments on my shocks. I feel better just having a clearer understanding of the mechanics of my bike. Doing routine maintenance is something I always wanted to do but in the past was too intimidated to try---no more!"

Has to be the best

On: 2001-07-25

I got this book last week and have read the whole thing. I have not read another comparable book, but I cant imagine a better book. I only noticed one or two things he skipped over. I would definitely recommend this to any one into mountain biking.

Interesting, but limited

On: 2001-07-17

I have always loved working on mechanical things, and feel reasonably proficient. What I liked best about this book, was learning how to perform simple cleaning and maintenance, which I do regularly and keeps the bike working very smoothly. What I did not like, was that by following directions in trying to adjust the front derailleur, I made a complete mess of it, and had to take it in to the shop. I saw a different book later in a bookstore, and they suggested removing the cable prior to changing the position on the seat post. I followed Zinns instructions step by step, and found that after setting the outside plate 1-2 mm above the large chain wheel, it causes the teeth to overlap and bang into the plate apx. 1/4" when trying to shift. I found the overall level of detail lacking in the descriptions of work to be performed, although the drawings are quite good. I was able to adjust the rear derailleur successfully, by turning the inside limit screw 1/4 turn as he suggested. This fixed a slight problem where the low gear was stuttering a bit rather than engaging smoothly during trail riding.

A Must Have Item...

On: 2001-07-09

Recently discovering the world of cycling, I needed a detailed, step-by-step manual guiding me through the proper techniques of maintaining my costly investment. Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance gave me just that. This book guides you through every step of daily, monthly and yearly maintenance with just the right amount of detail to build your confidence levels. I recommend this book to every cyclist in need of a good maintenance manual.

timeless & exceptional

On: 2001-06-13

Even though I have the earlier edition (1st,1995), the information in this reference is still valid for current bikes. For example, I just bought a Royce-Union bike which came stock with "standard" cup-and-cone bottom bracket bearings, something which almost all bikes no longer have, but this book helped me to do maintenance on the outdated hardware, plus helped me to upgrade to a more modern cartridge bearing. Exceptional!

Wow!

On: 2001-01-02

Its all I can say. Wow. When I got my bike I was pracitcally afraid that I was hurting it by holding the handlebars wrongly. Now Ive had my headset and derailleurs apart, tune my derailleurs in a snap, have trued my wheels including one that seemed hopelessly out of round, and have everything on the bike dialed to fit me perfectly. This book includes a great appendix on bike fit. If you own a mountain bike you should own this book.

My new bike and I...

On: 2000-12-13

...have a very special, close relationship because of this book. I could never meet the needs of my previous bike, and it eventually drove us apart. My new bike and I couldnt be happier together... I now feel comfortable swapping out her brakes, truing her wheels, re-packing her bearings, and generally touching places I was scared to touch before... Seriously, this book has not only saved me money, it has made me more comfortable with the mechanics of my bike, with what happens when I mash the pedals, why the chain skips, etc... and this had made me a better bike _rider_ in addition.

My new bike and I...

On: 2000-12-12

...have a very special, close relationship because of this book. I could never meet the needs of my previous bike, and it eventually drove us apart. My new bike and I couldnt be happier together... I now feel comfortable swapping out her brakes, truing her wheels, re-packing her bearings, and generally touching places I was scared to touch before... Seriously, this book has not only saved me money, it has made me more comfortable with the mechanics of my bike, with what happens when I mash the pedals, why the chain skips, etc... and this had made me a better bike _rider_ in addition.

User friendly

On: 2000-08-12

Ive been working on my own bicycles since my first Schwinn Sting Ray in 1969. I never thought I would need to consult a manual to work on something as simple as a bicycle. As we all know the bicycle has evolved into a much more complex machine since the days of coaster brakes, single speeds and no suspension.

A mechanic by trade, I rely heavily on manuals for working on unfamiliar machinery. I have run the gamut of manual quality. This manual rates on the top of my list with very few others. It is written in plain english and there is an excellent glossary for the uninitiated. I highly recommend it for the beginner as well as the seasoned mechanic. After reading the wheel building section I feel confident enough to attempt building my first wheel. I cant wait.

Excellent manual for mechanics of all levels!

On: 2000-07-18

Zinns book is full of great info that covers topics from pedals to preload and everything in between. (Note: not much info in the way of rear-suspension.) The book is well written, humorous, and has several good illustrations.

This book will give you confidence to do most of the regular maintenance on your bike...if you feel comfortable holding a chain tool and a wrench, Zinn will teach you how to save yourself some money (and maybe even have some fun) by doing it yourself.

Highly recommended!

A Must Have for Any Gearhead

On: 2000-07-07

I owned an old Trek 800 for 8 years, and rode it until the wheels fell off. I never did much maintenance on it, and I told myself that when I upgraded to a new bike, I would learn to do the maintenance myself. Well, I got that new bike, and have been keeping it in pristine condition because of this book. I highly recommend it. Its entertaining, informative and easy to follow and find what you need.

A must for any new mountain biker!

On: 2000-04-11

Mountain biking is a little different than most sports, youre usually out in the wilderness, miles away from the nearest phone or road, and putting yourself (and your bike) through a pretty grueling workout. In Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance Lennard Zinn does a great job of making sure that if the bike part of the equation fails, youll know what to do. From suggesting what tools you should carry with you, teaching you how to use them, and giving you a quick lesson on how each work, this book covers it all.

The book uses illustrations instead of photos, so its easy to tell whats going on, and it covers all the different types (and eras) of components that youll find. Coverage ranges from the basic (changing a flat tire) to the complex (changing your fork or bottom braket) but is clear throughout.

I highly recommend this to anyone whos doing serious riding and wants to learn more about how to tune and fix their bike. As your bike grows older and you take longer rides, things WILL break or wear out, and knowing what to do in those cases is well worth the price of the book.

A must for any new mountain biker!

On: 2000-04-10

Mountain biking is a little different than most sports, youre usually out in the wilderness, miles away from the nearest phone or road, and putting yourself (and your bike) through a pretty grueling workout. In Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance Lennard Zinn does a great job of making sure that if the bike part of the equation fails, youll know what to do. From suggesting what tools you should carry with you, teaching you how to use them, and giving you a quick lesson on how each work, this book covers it all.

The best book for MTB maintenance

by: Anonymous On: 1999-08-01

Lennard is a great guy and great mechanic. He has written the best book available for anyone wanting to learn beginning to advanced mountain bicycle maintenance. THIS BOOK DOES NOT COVER ROAD BIKES. I cannot wait until he comes out with a book for road bike mainenance.

The best book for MTB maintenance

On: 1999-07-31

Lennard is a great guy and great mechanic. He has written the best book available for anyone wanting to learn beginning to advanced mountain bicycle maintenance. THIS BOOK DOES NOT COVER ROAD BIKES. I cannot wait until he comes out with a book for road bike mainenance.

Readily applicable information

by: Anonymous On: 1999-06-02

After having this book for three weeks, Ive already been able to make several adjustments to my bike that have significantly increased my riding enjoyment. An easy-to-read and eminently useful manual.

A great manual for repairs

by: Anonymous On: 1999-05-24

This book has enabled me to work on my bike myself without having to bring it in to my local bike shop. The result has been that I have much greater confidence in my ability to repair my bike and engage in "tech talk" with other cyclists, plus I have been able to upgrade certain components with a high degree of confidence in my decisions. The result has been a better bike, money saved, and greater self-confidence. Highly recommended.

Simply the best mountain bike maintenance manual out there,

by: Anonymous On: 1999-01-03

and the most current too. It teaches you how to make simple adjustments in your brakes all the way to installing a bottom bracket. It even teaches you how to build your own wheels. It is so clear and easy to use, you could build your own bike with it. Showing how things work with easy to follow instructions and diagrams. I recommend this book to all who would like to maintain their own bicycles.

the best book on mountain bike repair

by: Anonymous On: 1998-11-10

this book is definitely the best MTB repair book I have seen yet. It is very informative and easy to use. It has excellenct diagrams and simple explanations for all your needs.

Great book for the novice and advanced mechanic

by: Anonymous On: 1998-07-09

Everything you could possibly need to know about Mountain Bike repairs. From how to adjust your V-brakes to how to install bottom brackets this is the only book you will need. Great maintenance tips on cleaning and maintaining your bike. You will never have to visit a repair shop again.