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Books to Celebrate
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Bicycling Through Paradise: Historical Tours Around Cincinnati *ebook*
by Kathleen R. Smythe
Bicycling Through Paradise is a collection of twenty historically themed cycling tours broken into 10-mile segments centered around Cincinnati, Ohio. Written by two longtime cyclists—one a professor of history and one an architect—the book is an affectionate, intimate, and provocative reading of the local landscape and history from the perspectives of cycling and Cincinnati enthusiasts
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Ride: Cycle the World *ebook*
by DK Eyewitness
Covering 100 incredible cycling routes—and taking you around the world in search of adventure on two wheels—this inspirational book will make you reach for your handlebars, whether you're an experienced, ascent-loving road cyclist or are planning your first bikepacking trip.
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Live to Ride: Finding Joy and Meaning on a Bicycle
by Peter Flax
Celebrate the feelings that connect us rather than outmoded traditions that divide us. Written by Peter Flax, acclaimed journalist and former editor in chief of Bicycling magazine, Live to Ride is a visually stunning manifesto on the unifying power of the bicycle. While it's typical for riders to feel that they belong to different subcultures--racers, fitness enthusiasts, devoted commuters, wheelie kids, and mountain bikers--isn’t it better to stand together? The bicycle is one of the greatest inventions in human history, and despite some superficial differences, we all ride for a handful of profoundly beautiful reasons: adventure, access to nature, an avenue of self-expression, the simple joys of speed, a chance to test ourselves. Accept the interconnectedness and help empower a community that will make riding more fun, more inclusive, more transformative, and more meaningful. To change the world--and yourself--for the better
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Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle
by Jody Rosen
Reshaping our understanding of the bicycle, a writer and critic, combining history, reportage, travelogue and memoir, chronicles the bicycle's saga, from its invention in 1817 to it's present-day renaissance as a “green machine,” and introduces unforgettable characters along the way.
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Bicycling magazine
by Book Author
Since 1962, Bicycling has been inspiring people to get more out of their cycling passion. Get Bicycling digital magazine subscription today for action-packed issues filled with proven secrets to go faster, stronger, longer. Increase your stamina; buy the best gear for your money; locate a great ride; improve your performance; perfect your technique; fuel your passion.
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Bike Maintenance Tips, Tricks & Techniques magazine
by Book Author
For all cyclists, ensuring your bike is in good working order is imperative. Whether you just pop down to the shops once a week or cycle miles every day, it’s important to make sure you’re safe and you know what to do if something on your bike goes wrong. There’s nothing worse than getting a puncture at the furthest point from home, but just a few simple tools and a couple tips will help you get back on the saddle in no time. Featuring: Basic tools and repairs - Learn all those quick essentials Transmission - Get your gears up and running Suspension - Smooth out your journey Glossary - Become savvy of all those technical terms.
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Bikes *ebook*
by Tessa Kenan
In Bikes, emergent readers learn about bikes and how they're used as a mode of transportation.
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Biking
by Lisa Owings
Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to biking.
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Bicycles
by Nathan Sommer
Engaging images accompany information about bicycles.
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Everyone Can Learn to Ride a Bicycle *ebook*
by Christopher Raschka
A poignant tribute to the childhood milestone of learning to ride a bike depicts a father and daughter who traverse each emotionally dynamic step of the process, from choosing the perfect bicycle to a triumphant first successful ride.
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Bear's Bicycle
by Laura Renauld
When Bear struggles to get the hang of riding his bike, his friends are there to support him by practicing together and cheering him on as he learns a new skill. Includes bike safety tips
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A Big Day for Bike
by Emily Jenkins
On her first day on the job, Bike, a community city bike, navigates the city of Seattle as she meets new passengers, visits exciting landmarks, and experiences all kinds of weather
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Centerville Library
111 W. Spring Valley Rd
Centerville, OH 45458
(937) 433-8091
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Woodbourne Library
6060 Far Hills Ave Centerville, OH 45459
(937) 435-3700
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Creativity Commons
895 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
Centerville, OH 45459
(937) 610-4425
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