A fresh, original and high-speed blast into the true soul of mountain biking. It's an insight, a guide and a memoir all rolled into one!Mountain biking is more than a sport, it’s a passion, a way of life and an instantaneous portal to good times and happiness.

James set out to capture every awesome aspect of the sport and cram it into the pages of a book that we can all relate to and enjoy. It's about the speed and physicality, the precision and finesse.

It’s about the thrills, the spills, the progression and the achievements. It's a sport that builds reserves of resilience and reservoirs of resourcefulness.

We get to enjoy the contrasts, the characters and the camaraderie. We get to express ourselves with artistry, style and steezy flair.

For the Love of Mountain Biking shines a spotlight of appreciation on the tracks, the terrain and the travel. It bigs up the young guns and the top dogs, the gnarly events and the iconic moments.

It's a celebration of the connection, the bikes, the benefits, the great times and the pure joy of full send!If you love mountain biking, you’ll most probably love this and if you don’t ride yet, hold on tight for an entertaining glimpse into a world of wheels, dirt and fun times!-For the Love of Mountain Biking is a full spread of engaging stories, perceptive observations and amusing anecdotes in tribute to the sport we love. They blend into a lively narrative, inspired by the author’s own experiences and BIG love for mountain biking.

It’s an appreciation of the places we go, the people we meet, the journey it takes us on and all the great times along the way. It stirs emotions, stokes nostalgia and reignites those peak sensations, making you want to get right up, go for a ride and send it!From growing up by the Howgill Fells in the Yorkshire Dales to living and riding in the vast Portes du Soleil bike park network, James shares his perspective in a true celebration of mountain biking.

There’s everything from progression to mishaps, epic events and iconic moments. He offers up some useful insights, exploring the essence of the sport and why we love to ride…And if you don’t ride already, you might just fall in love with it anyway.

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