To get the most out of riding your mountain bike, it had better be in good shape, and that's what this book will help you achieve. From basic cleaning and preventative maintenance to trailside repairs and sophisticated equipment overhauls, it is all covered in a widely appealing and superbly illustrated format. The author has taken great pains to make sure every latest piece of mountain biking equipment is covered and that every instruction speaks for itself. After a helmet, this book should be your most important mountain bike accessory. * Your complete guide to keeping your mountain bike going strongly: Up to date, covering the latest equipment - Preventive maintenance Overhauling instructions - Complete instructions for suspension maintenance The latest in brakes, gears, and accessories - Selecting the right upgrades for your bike * In full colour throughout - with 280 full colour step-by-step photographs.