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	Runner's World Guide to Adventure Racing: How to Become a Successful Racer and Adventure Athlete (Runners World) by Ian Adamson
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Product Details Binding Paperback Format Bargain Price Number Of Items 1 Number Of Pages 256 Publication Date April 17, 2004 Availability Usually ships in 1-2 business days Product Description Recognized as the king of adventure racing, Ian Adamson has won all the world's major events and been named 'toughest man on the planet' by RailRiders Adventure Clothing. Now, with the help of Runner's World magazine, Adamson reveals strategies and secrets that have made him a household name in the sport. Offering assistance to beginners and useful tips to racing veterans seeking advice from the very best in their sport, Adamson offers his hard-earned expertise on: lWhat you need to get started lWhy teamwork is your most valuable tool lFoot work, cycling, paddling, rope work, and navigation lWhat to eat, how much to sleep, and how to steer clear of the dreaded hamburger foot lThe gear you need and how to get the sponsorship to make racing a reality Along with action photography, Adamson provides invaluable tips to master the fundamentals of racing while enjoying the adventure of a lifetime! 'Ian Adamson is the leading authority on the sport of adventure racing, taking the science of teamwork, sleep management, navigation, and endurance to an unparalleled level. Ian's entertaining and informative book gives novice and expert racers alike the secrets to tap the depths of our own potential and find the magic to push to the next level. If you are going to read just one book on the sport of adventure racing, this is the ultimate guide!'--Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind athlete to summit Mount Everest Ian Adamson is the leading authority on the sport of adventure racing, taking the science of teamwork, sleep management, navigation, and endurance to an unparalleled level. Ian''s entertaining and informative book gives novice and expert racers alike the secrets to tap the depths of our own potential and find the magic to push to the next level. If you are going to read just one book on the sport of adventure racing, this is the ultimate guide! (Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind athlete to summit Mount Everest ) Recognized as the king of adventure racing, Ian Adamson has won all the world's major events and been named 'toughest man on the planet' by RailRiders Adventure Clothing. Now, with the help of Runner's World magazine, Adamson reveals strategies and secrets that have made him a household name in the sport. Offering assistance to beginners and useful tips to racing veterans seeking advice from the very best in their sport, Adamson offers his hard-earned expertise on: lWhat you need to get started lWhy teamwork is your most valuable tool lFoot work, cycling, paddling, rope work, and navigation lWhat to eat, how much to sleep, and how to steer clear of the dreaded hamburger foot lThe gear you need and how to get the sponsorship to make racing a reality Along with action photography, Adamson provides invaluable tips to master the fundamentals of racing while enjoying the adventure of a lifetime! A three-time Eco-Challenge champion, Ian Adamson is the only athlete in the world who has won the Raid Gauloises, Southern Traverse, and Primal Quest races. He also holds the world record for endurance kayaking. Adamson has a master's degree in sports medicine and is a design engineer, pilot, gourmet chef, concert-trained flutist, and advanced scuba diver. He is also an event director, public speaker, and senior contributor to Adventure Sports magazine. Customers who bought this item also bought Orienteering The Complete Guide to Adventure Racing The Thrill of Victory, The Agony of My Feet: Tales from the World of Adventure Racing Adventure Racing Adventure Racing: The Ultimate Guide Customer Reviews for: Runner's World Guide to Adventure Racing: How to Become a Successful Racer and Adventure Athlete (Runners World) Rating - Awesome Resource! I have followed Ian Adamson for years, and he is the real deal. This book has proven to be an indispensable resource for my team mate and I as we prepare for our first adventure race. The information in this book was immediately useful, and it has kept me from making several crucial mistakes in gear purchases. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is interested in adventure racing! Rating - Readable, informative If you are a fan of adventure racing (AR), the author's reputation is quite familiar to you. Adamson is among the very best adventure racers in the world, with loads of big race experience. He is also a good writer. The book is clear and readable. Most of the material will not be new to you if you have significant experience already, but there are tips and tricks and anecdotes that are both entertaining and illustrative. The sport is so varied and demanding that no book, and ... Read More Rating - Expert job This book is a expert job by a man who knows his trade! Is a must to anyone interested in this subject. see more reviews See all books by author Ian Adamson

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