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Roadie: The Misunderstood World of a Bike Racer | 
 enlarge | Author: Jamie Smith
Creator: Jef Mallett
Publisher: VeloPress
Category: Book
List Price: $21.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 5018
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 0.8
ISBN: 1934030171
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.62
EAN: 9781934030172
ASIN: 1934030171
Publication Date: March 28, 2008
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Product Description
In the world of cycling, there are enthusiasts and then there are "roadies" — the cyclist whose passion for bike racing cannot be tamed. A confirmed roadie will go to any length to better his record — from shaving his legs to dropping a fortune on a bike — and the reactions to a roadie's determination can vary from disbelief to outright scorn. Jamie Smith is a confirmed roadie, and in this unique book, he sets out to explain the often-misunderstood world of roadies, delving into the groups many neuroses and lightheartedly illuminating just what it is that keeps these extreme cyclists coming back for more. Accompanied by amusing illustrations from a nationally syndicated cartoonist, this look into a bike racing subculture is sure to convert even the most hardened skeptics.
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 I won't buy this book July 22, 2008
I love cycling and read and own lots of cycling books, but this one puts me right off. First of all, what's the idea of having a silly comic-book cover for a hopefully serious book about cycling? Secondly, from the reviews that I've seen of people who have read the book, it sounds more like a joke book than a cycling book: "couldn't stop laughing", etc., etc. I don't mind laughing and jokes, don't get me wrong. In fact "Laughter is the best medicine" is one of great truths of all time. But what's that got to do with cycling? Breaking your back up a massive climb (Alpe d'Huez tomorrow!) or - the one I'm more familiar with - busting a gut trying to hang on to the back of the bunch hardly seems to have anything to do with laughing. Sorry about this book, which could probably have been very interesting, but I take my cycling seriously
 From a roadie himself... July 18, 2008
I don't race, but I'm an avid roadie and bike mechanic. This is a great book for friends and relatives who frequently ask, "Why do you spend so much time riding a bike?" Whether serious to build a relationship and mutual understanding or as a humerous conversation piece, it would make a great gift...to cyclists of all levels (to have a greater appreciation of the competitive realm) or noncyclists who are close to cyclists. It is easy to read without getting too technical, it has humor infused throughout, the sidebar boxes are great but not distracting, and Mallet's cartoon's are classic (I've been a fan of Frazz for years).
One has to have a connection to cycling to fully appreciate it, but it is a worthy read.
 Nice read for cyclists or novice July 3, 2008
This is a nice book that talks about the sub-culture of cycling. It is in an easy to read, humorous format
Fun read... June 20, 2008
I enjoyed the book, even though it didn't have a lot I didn't already know...the style is fun. This book would make a nice gift to someone who is close to an avid cyclist, which I think is what the author intends. It is also a good read for the weekend warrior - to see how much you have in common with a real roadie...more than you'd think.
Entertaining, detailed, and accurate portrayal of road racing. May 31, 2008
Expertly explains the world of a bike racer with plenty of humor and fun throughout. It is perfect for friends, family, and loved ones of roadies who may not understand. Being a roadie it was an enjoyable read just for the humor.
Recommended for anyone who is a roadie, or close to one.
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