Obsessive Compulsive Cycling Disorder..., Dave Barter
Obsessive Compulsive Cycling Disorder..., Dave Barter
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Obsessive Compulsive Cycling Disorder

Author: Dave Barter

Narrator: Simon Whistler

Unabridged: 9 hr 26 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/01/2012

Synopsis

Obsessive Compulsive Cycling Disorder is an anthology of thirty articles written by an amateur cyclist over a period of ten years. The collection exhibits the madness that engulfs those who descend into cycling obsession, celebrating the average cyclist living in a world defined by the pros. The writings range from fanciful musings concerning the Tao of singlespeeding to lengthy descriptions of end-to-end rides in Britain and Ireland. Mountain biking, road cycling and all sorts of other cycling events are chronicled along the way. Each is written in a lighthearted style designed to bring the reader into the author's world which is often littered with incident and humour. Within the pages the reader will find a loose ticklist of events to ride, bikes to own and challenges to take on, each described in the author's own inimitable style.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Julian

An enjoyable meander through various cycling essays and observations on life from a two wheel fanatic. Eminently readable and nicely put together, this takes you through road racing, mountain biking, competitions and cycling for the sheer fun of it.......more

Goodreads review by Weiers

I read this book while I was deciding to buy a bicycle. It definitely helped me to stick with the decision. I am now a proud beginner cyclist with a few more stones to lose than Dave Barter. He has certainly inspired me to make the best of this new adventure.......more

Goodreads review by Phil

Listened to this as audio book. As a keen cyclist was not sure what to expect. Initially struggled with the style of narration but grew to love it and was sad to finish the book As it's a series of essays it's very easy to start and stop.......more

Goodreads review by Tara

A collection of essays on cycling, adapted from his blog. I really felt I got to know Dave and his quirks. I loved his essay on his Lands End-John O'Groats end-to-end ride and am looking forward to his guide on that ride coming out in the next year or so.......more

Goodreads review by Neil

One of the funniest books I've read, Dave is a very witty man, written just like he speaks. Highly recommended to anyone interested in cycling.......more

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