The Bicycle Touring Manual : Using the Bike for Touring and Campi
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About this product
The Bicycle Touring Manual: Using the Bike for Touring and Campi is a trade paperback by Rob Van Der Plas, published in 1996 by MBI Publishing Company LLC. This 256-page English-language textbook, with ISBN 9780933201521, covers subjects in travel, sports, and recreation, specifically focusing on cycling and bicycling. Measuring 9.2 inches in length and 7.5 inches in width, it weighs 16 ounces, providing comprehensive guidance for those interested in bicycle touring and camping.
Our take
For anyone considering or actively engaged in bicycle touring and camping, 'The Bicycle Touring Manual' by Rob Van Der Plas seems like a valuable resource. As a 256-page textbook published in 1996, it likely offers a comprehensive, albeit potentially dated, guide to using a bike for extended trips. The focus on both touring and camping suggests a practical approach to self-supported travel. While the publication year means some technical aspects might be a bit old, the fundamental principles of touring, planning, and camp setup remain relevant. At just $7.98, it’s an affordable investment for gaining foundational knowledge from an experienced author.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comprehensive 256-page manual
- Covers touring and camping aspects
- Affordable price point
- Written by Rob Van Der Plas
Cons
- Published in 1996, information may be dated
- Trade Paperback format
Specifications
- Book Title The Bicycle Touring Manual : Using the Bike for Touring and Campi
- ISBN 9780933201521
- Subject Area Travel, Sports & Recreation
- Publication Name Bicycle Touring Manual : Using the Bike for Touring and Camping
- Publisher MBI Publishing Company LLC
- Item Length 9.2 in
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- Subject
- Cycling, Special Interest / Bicycling
- Publication Year
- 1996
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Author
- Rob Van Der Plas
- Item Weight
- 16 Oz
- Item Width
- 7.5 in
- Number of Pages
- 256 Pages
