Cross country dirt bike racers zoom through woods, deserts, fields, and anywhere else the course takes them. Learn about racing gear, powerful dirt bikes, and the thrilling moments that keep fans coming back for more.

Updated for 2020. The book describes the thrilling sport of BMX racing and its riders and includes information on equipment, technique, and races.

Ducati is the gold standard of motorcycles, and fans of the brand will enjoy this full-throttle tour of the company's most elite models. Known for its high price points and even higher standards of refinement and quality, Ducati stands for prestige and class. From the high-tech Hypermotard to the hyper-horsepower Streetfighter, readers get a virtual ride on some of the coolest bikes ever built while learning about their torque, transmission type,...

While competing in a bike race with her high school teammates, seventeen-year-old Frances is determined to complete ten tasks compiled by her best friend Stella.

From high-speed trains to hydroplanes and dragsters, readers will learn about the fastest vehicles in the world. Readers will have an up-close look at the fastest cars, trains, bikes and more. Fact boxes and full-color images of vehicles in action will entice fast vehicle enthusiasts.

"Women athletes go the distance in this text's exploration of supergirls who cycle. These world-class athletes are in races that span from just a few miles to over 4,000 miles. It's important they stay physically and mentally fit to do so. Readers can explore the stories of women athletes who have shaped these cycling sports. Readers also learn about experiencing the sports for themselves, whether as a hobby or as a new career"-- www.garethstevens.com...

"Explore challenging tracks around the world, from Yellowstone Park to the peaks of Mt. Everest and everywhere in between. New Tandem Bike mode allows two riders to control one bike. Hone your racing skills and level up from local backyard competitions to stadium races. Make a statement with customizable outfits and bike skins."--provided by Metacritic.com.

"For two decades, Davis Phinney was one of America's most successful cyclists. He won two stages at the Tour de France and an Olympic medal. But after years of feeling off, he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's. The body that had been his ally was now something else: a prison. The Happiness of Pursuit is the story of how Davis sought to overcome his Parkinson's by reaching back to what had made him so successful on the bike and adjusting his...

At just four years old, Chad Kerley knew he was destined to spend life on a bike. But despite a successful career as a competitive BMX racer, by age 13, CK was ready to give it all up. Kerley quit racing and went back to riding for fun. He eventually returned to the world of BMX with a new style--street racing--and proved he was stronger than ever. Find out how the BMX champion made a name for himself and what comes next in this exciting, action-packed...