Whether you are an experienced or beginner mountain biker, knowing how to keep your bike in peak condition is essential to your enjoyment of the sport. Being able to recognize the early warning signs of trouble--and knowing what to do about them--means less time and money wasted getting your bike fixed and more time out on the trail. Clearly illustrated throughout and fully up to date with the latest bikes and bike technology, this practical, comprehensive, and easy-to-follow handbook includes: an introduction to the mountain bike advice on tools and how to set up a workshop advice on how to avoid problems in the first place illustrated step-by-step guidelines to fixing and maintaining every part of your bike on-the-trail repair tips