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Unicycling: First Steps - First Tricks
By Andreas Anders-Wilkens and Robert Mager
4.5 out of 5 stars (8 Reviews)
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Publisher:  Meyer Fachverlag und Buchhandel GmbH
Date:  December 31, 1969
Binding:  Paperback
Pages:  152
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This is the ideal volume for anyone who wants to get involved in the fantastic world of unicycling. With the aid of detailed descriptions and illustrated by more than 125 photographs, this volume shows you how to get started and avoid common mistakes and injuries. "Unicycling" goes on to introduce more advanced techniques, such as riding backwards and 'bunny-hopping'. Further chapters introduce numerous games and sports, including Mountain Unicycling and Unihockey. Also included is a list for further reading and reference, both in print and online.
 
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5.0 out of 5 stars.  Good all around guide and best for anything beyond beginner, February 21, 2009
By Ray Daniels (Wandering the USA)
I did not find this book until I had already mastered the basics of unicycling but its depth and detail are great at all levels. I would recommend it as the best ""all-in-one"" guide to unicycling.

At the beginner level, it explains many different ways of supporting yourself while learning the basics of balance and movement, addressing both solo and group approaches. The concept of supported mounting doesn't seem exactly clear though and indeed seems to be complicated beyond what's necessary.

Where this books shines, I think, is in everything you need to know once you've learned how to ride 10 meters in a straight line. It comments on speed control, turning and basic free mounting in very helpful ways. And once you have those skills down, it gives detailed practical advice on tackling more advanced skills. That's where it really shines.

I've been riding daily for nearly a year now (weather permitting) and this is the one book I come back to regularly because of the guidance it offers on all the skills involved in doing anything more than a ride around the block.

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5.0 out of 5 stars.  Perfect starting tool, April 18, 2010
By Stephanie (Connecticut)
I bought a unicycle and this book on a impulse. I'm 20 years old, and thought it would give me something to do over the long summer vacation away from college. This book has helped me out from getting on the cycle, how to ride, and a few simple tricks beginners might want to learn. It's a great beginners tool, especially with all the pictures for visual learners (like myself) and I recommend it to anyone wanting to ride to their hearts content...without actually knowing how.

7 of 8 people found this review helpful

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4.0 out of 5 stars.  A Good How-To Guide, January 11, 2009
By C. Tracy (Hartland, WI)
This book contains a lot of pictures so you can see what the text is talking about. This is good, because not all the explanations in the book are clear. The difficulty of each step or trick is shown by a unique and useful rating system. The overall tone of the book is one of encouragement and makes me feel that I can do what it says. Overall, I have found the book full of the information I was looking for, and will use it for time to come.

5 of 5 people found this review helpful

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5.0 out of 5 stars.  Very useful leaning tool, September 19, 2010
By cnajar01
The info in this book is essential to know as a beginner; to efficiently learn to ride, mount, and do tricks.

4 of 5 people found this review helpful

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4.0 out of 5 stars.  a must have for a unicycler, April 6, 2011
By Karen (Beautiful Southern California)
The book is very basic at first, but quickly moves on to other things besides the basics. Hopping off of a curb, off roading, games stuff like that. My daughter loves her unicycle, and the book is the perfect companion gift.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

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5.0 out of 5 stars.  Perfect starting tool, April 18, 2010
By Stephanie Girard (Connecticut)
I bought a unicycle and this book on a impulse. I'm 20 years old, and thought it would give me something to do over the long summer vacation away from college. This book has helped me out from getting on the cycle, how to ride, and a few simple tricks beginners might want to learn. It's a great beginners tool, especially with all the pictures for visual learners (like myself) and I recommend it to anyone wanting to ride to their hearts content...without actually knowing how.

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4.0 out of 5 stars.  Good book, May 8, 2011
By Mary E (Rapid City, SD United States)
Bought the book with a new unicycle for grandson 13 years old. I told him he had to read it before I would give him the unicycle (he doesn't much like to read) He read the first few chapters and they were very informative. The one thing it says I didn't like is "you don't need a helmet and other protective gear" I make him wear his. It tells a lot about the kind of unicycle to get and how to care for it. It also shows tricks and fun stuff to do on the unicycle. Good book, lots of photos. Glad I got it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars.  Very useful leaning tool, September 19, 2010
By cnajar0!
The info in this book is essential to know as a beginner; to efficiently learn to ride, mount, and do tricks.

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