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War on wheels

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The eight-day Liberty Trail Cycle Tour follows a World War II battle march of American soldiers through France and other European countries. Cyclists travel 100 miles-per-day in a group of 500. Rustic conditions and simple food are supplied for $300, and the cyclists are treated like heros by the natives.

Author: Strickland, Bill
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1992
Europe, Personal narratives, Description and travel, Bicycle touring

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Label us cautious: new food labeling might mislead cyclists

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An explanation of the new guidelines for food labels approved by the FDA is provided. Fat content may be especially confusing, since the label is required to state what percent of a daily requirement of fat is contained in one serving of the food.

Author: Strickland, Bill
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1993
Health aspects, Laws, regulations and rules, Nutrition, United States. Food and Drug Administration

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Erin Hartwell on: starting fast

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US Olympic cycling team member Erin Hartwell believes that most cyclists make a mistake within five seconds of the start of a race. The key to starting quickly is to concentrate on applying a large amount of energy to the pedals.

Author: Strickland, Bill
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1992
Methods, Interview, Cyclists, Bicycle racing, Hartwell, Erin

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