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Richards bicycle book paperback 10 jun 1983 by richard ballantine author. After working variously as a chef, shooting gallery attendant, book editor and housing community organiser in new york, richard moved to the uk in the early 1970s. He is an editor at rufus publications, founded by his parents, ian and betty ballantine, and has written books on a wide range of subjects. Richards bicycle book by richard ballantine and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Richards new bicycle book paperback 1 jun 1987 by richard ballantine author. Ballantine richards bicycle book and london journalist grant cite bikes environmental soundness and physical fitness benefits and praise cycle activism that promotes building of bike paths and reliance on bikes over cars. Richard ballantine, author of the 1970s millioncopy classic richard s bicycle book, is back with a book about commuter cycling. Richard ballantine richards bicycle book disraeli gears.

In addition it contains sections on riding in traffic, crosscountry, competition riding, and the history and politics of cycling. Richard ballantine a comprehensive guide to choosing, buying and owning a bicycle. It was an instant and unexpected success, selling over a. Richard ballantine s most popular book is the sawtooth wolves.

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Easytofollow photographic sequences, accompanied by detailed text, along with a handy troubleshooting guide, offer solutions to every repair and maintenance. All of our paper waste is recycled and turned into corrugated cardboard. In fact, ballantine was a doglover the proud owner of a labradoodle called sunny. Publication date 1978 topics bicycles, bicyclettes et tricycles publisher.

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