Dedicated with deepest gratitude to my grandmother, Marjorie Howsen, who never stops encouraging me to chase something grander. And to the memory of Jerry Downs, whose generosity will be his timeless legacy. Anatomy of a Road Bike Anatomy of a Mountain Bike Anatomy of a Triathlon/Time Trial Bike Anatomy of a Hardtail Mountain Bike Contents ACKNOWLEDGMENTS INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 1 HOME BICYCLE REPAIR You Are in the Saddle Creating a Special Work Space Avoid Problems through Preventive Maintenance Don't Be a Statistic Taking It to the Next Level Basic Principles of Bicycle Maintenance and Repair • Boxing a Bike CHAPTER 2 FRAMES Frame Nomenclature History of the Bicycle Frame Frame Materials The Basics of Frame Geometry Fitting to the Frame Frame Maintenance Basic Frame-Alignment Checks Repainting a Frame A Worthy Investment CHAPTER 3 SUSPENSION Suspension Forks Rear Suspension Long Travel Bikes Suspension Adjustments General Suspension Tips Troubleshooting • Basic Suspension Adjustment