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Riding up hills is the ultimate challenge for a cyclist. This guide deals with some of the best hills in Cumbria and the Lake District.

A guide to strip-down, rebuild, maintenance and repair of two-stroke motorcycle engines. It covers the principles and practice of two-stroke engine work, examining a wide range of marques and road, racing and trail motorcycles.

English Electric Type 1 design, what we now know as the Class 20s, appeared in June 1957. This title looks back at the operations of these fine locomotives since 1957, covering their varied workings and duties, regional use and rail tour operations. It also covers the technical aspects and specifications of the locomotives, including liveries.

Aimed at all aspiring badminton players, this title is packed with advice on how to improve your game, including an extensive section of tips from star players. Covering both the physical and mental approach, and nutrition, and with sections on skill development, training, and tactics, it is suitable for players and coaches.

Barefoot Horse Keeping provides a practical, accessible and objective guide to barefoot horse keeping. The book draws on empirical research and the authors' twenty-five years experience delivering barefoot hoof care, saddle fitting, behavioural training and rider coaching. Topics covered include: the Barefoot philosphy; the herd and the environment; hoof trimming; diet and nutrition and equine anatomy and biomechanics.

The indigenous martial arts of the Philippines archipelago are known by a variety of names including Arnis, Arnis de Mano, Eskrima or Escrima, and are widely respected for the development of combat-effective defensive strategies and skills. The Filipino martial arts are fast and dynamic and utilise a diverse range of training methods to augment the journey towards achieving advance abilities in defending against weapons-based or empty-hand encounters. Supplemented by over 320 colour photographs, this exciting book explores the fundamental, intermediate and advanced techniques of double and single stick categories that are standard across many systems of the Filipino martial arts.

In the early 1800s, Ayrshire was already established as a prosperous, mainly rural agricultural county. The realization that there was abundant coal and (to a lesser extent) iron ore deposits to be exploited, together with the coming of the Industrial Revolution, rendered the area wide open to the 'railway mania' that swept Britain in the mid to late 1800s. The proximity of the county north to Glasgow and south to Carlisle (and thence south) made it an attractive proposition for early railway developers. Gordon Thomson explores the history and development of the railway routes in Ayrshire; how the coming of the railways changed the face of the area and supported the growth of industry. It looks at how services evolved through the eras of LMS, nationalization and privatization, and the preservation and heritage scene in Ayrshire.

European railways are characterized by a huge and contrasting range of locomotives, rolling stock, stations and infrastructure. In addition, the network incorporates standard, narrow and broad gauges, private and nationalized railways, high-speed corridors, single-track branch lines and rack systems. This book deals with European Railways.

Collage is an innovative and exciting technique that invigorates the artistic process through unusual associations and dislocated imagery. This book shows how collage can be used to portray the figure in challenging ways. It explains the fundamental techniques used to manipulate different paints.

Wiltshire is a walker's paradise with many unexpected delights. This book helps you to explore the best of this beautiful, mystical and timeless landscape.

Have you ever dreamed of building a model of a favourite railway station for your layout, whether it be a modest branch line station, or a large town terminus? This book demonstrates how almost anybody, regardless of their modelling skills, can construct a presentable model railway station in even a quite limited amount of space.

Good stable management is at the heart of keeping a horse happy, healthy and sound. This book offers advice that comes from years of private and commercial horse management and has been proven to work for horses and ponies of all shapes, sizes and roles.

Airfix has been at the forefront of the industry since 1955, when the first Airfix aircraft kit appeared in UK branches of Woolworth's. This book is published to coincide with the sixtieth anniversary of the first Airfix aircraft kit, and tells the full story, year by year, of the company and its products.

Covers the history and evolution of the automotive ignition system, and how to fit, modify and maintain your system for optimum timing and maximum performance. This is an essential guide to ignition and timing, for classic car owners and restorers.

Examines the key factors at play in the reduction and prevention of injury to athletes at all levels of sport. This book includes full colour sequenced photographs showing the correct techniques for a wide variety of essential strength exercises. It concludes with a series of case studies that illustrate how to put theory into practice.

Brimming with advice and tips, this well-illustrated book covers a wide range of modelling skills, including designing a layout, choosing the right scale, building baseboards, selecting the right track, controlling the trains, building the landscape, making realistic grass and weeds, and adding figures. Particular attention is paid to more modern techniques such as DCC train control, laser cut and downloadable kits, and the use of hard foam in baseboard construction. Step-by-step explantions of many techniques are provided accompanied by over 400 instructional colour photographs. Moreover, information is provided about the tools and materials required and the extensive range of commercial railway modelling products that are now available.

Provides a record of the last operational mechanical signalling and infrastructure on Britain's railway network as it was applied to the former Great Western Railway. This book also includes a comprehensive explanation of what mechanical signalling is and how it works.

Screwcutting is a guide to the theory and practice of threads and thread-making, whether that is threading a hole using hand tools or cutting a thread using a lathe. The book covers details of the major threadforms, such as metric, Whitworth and Unified threads, as well as the British Association (BA) and Model Engineering (ME and MME) series, the smaller metric and Unified threads, pipe threads, and specialist threads such as ACME, trapezoidal and RMS microscope threads. Techniques for making threads manually, as well as screwcutting in the lathe are also covered. As well as covering the basics of screwcutting, this book examines higher-level and advanced techniques, using case studies to demonstrate what can be achieved - fine, accurate and well-finished work.

Examines the origins, developments and future of branch lines in Britain and then provides useful insights into how to select a suitable branch line to model. This book discusses how to create scenic realism and an appropriate setting for the model, with reference to the landscape, the infrastructure, the line side and the use of authentic colour.

Edward Schroder Prior designed the cathedral of the Arts and Crafts Movement (St Andrew's Church, Roker), perfected the popular butterfly plan in his houses, and published what is still the seminal work on medieval gothic art in England in 1900. This book deals with Prior's architecture, life and scolarship.

The 137-mile Coast to Coast Route (C2C) was the first national cycle route in Britain and has grown to become the most popular long-distance cycle ride in the country. This book includes route maps and elevation charts indicating the ascent and descent; full-colour and archive photographs of all the sights along the way; and more.

Cinematography is the art and craft of visualizing and recording the moving image. The cinematographer has to use their technical and creative skills to photographically capture the mood of the film and the vision of the director. This practical book explains the principles behind cinematography, as well as the skills of the cinematographer.

The British Motor Corporation's 1100 and 1300 model range was amongst the most successful in the Corporation's history, selling more than 2.1 million of all types between its introduction in 1962 and its demise in 1974. This book covers full standard model range, special conversions and cars built abroad.

Endurance runners and coaches have tended to neglect weight training and conditioning techniques, often in the belief that they don't benefit performance, add unwanted muscle bulk, or cause excessive soreness. This book shows how a strength and conditioning programme can directly improve running performance and reduce the risk of injury.

Covers every aspect of the preparation required by a fencer competing at the highest level. The book provides practical advice and is based on tried-and-tested training principles that have repeatedly proved successful.

Produced from 1959 until 2000, the classic Mini is loved by millions of owners, previous owners and enthusiasts. This book explores the diverse range of vehicles that used the Mini shape.

This book captures the fabulous and tumultuous times of the greatest romantic tenor of the twentieth century. Compiled by acclaimed Lanza biographer Derek Mannering and drawing on exclusive photographs from the tenor's closest friend, the book offers an unrivalled pictorial history of the tenor's extraordinary life and career.

Examines the scientific principles that underpin the preparation and performance of athletics at all levels, from grassroots to Olympic competition. This book offers a detailed analysis and explores the ways in which science has influenced, and improved, the sport of sprinting. It is suitable for students and academics, coaches and performers.

Yorkshire is a walker's paradise. This title covers West Riding and The Dales and can help you explore the best of this beautiful and diverse county. It also includes detailed route descriptions.