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Author: Andrew M. Homan
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
Imprint: University of Nebraska Press
Dimensions:
Width: 14.00cm
, Height: 2.20cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.449kg
ISBN: 9780803254800
ISBN 10: 0803254806
Pages: 277
Publication Date: 01 July 2016
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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College/higher education
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Professional & Vocational
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Tertiary & Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Reggie McNamara-Iron Man-a cycling superhero? The story of Reggie 'Iron Man' McNamara is a fascinating story of not only the racer but of the history of six-day racing. Delving into Iron Man's career, Andrew Homan also unravels some of the history of cycling politics. Tales of riders' strikes, collusion, spectator hooliganism, and life bans will resonate in modern cycling. This story is the legacy of a hero of cycling. -Phil Anderson, first Australian (and first non-European) to wear the Tour de France's yellow jersey (1981) -- Phil Anderson Only a few generations ago bicycle racing was the biggest sport in America and the world-and filled with magnificent personalities. This book brings back not only the story of one of the greatest stars, but also leaves you with a sense of the atmosphere surrounding the sport and of all the characters involved. -George Mount, first American to compete in the Giro d'Italia (1981), winner of the Red Zinger Classic (1978), and current vice president of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame -- George Mount In my years of racing professionally in the United States, cycling has been a fringe sport. Iron Mac tells of a time when it wasn't. This story about a hero who's easy to cheer for is refreshing and hopeful for those of us who love cycling today. -Phil Gaimon, professional cyclist for Cannondale-Garmin and author of Pro Cycling on $10 a Day -- Phil Gaimon
The story of Reggie 'Iron Man' McNamara is a fascinating one of not only the racer but of the history of six-day racing. Delving into Iron Man's career, Andrew Homan also unravels some of the history of cycling politics. Tales of riders' strikes, collusion, spectator hooliganism, and life bans will resonate in modern cycling. This story is the legacy of a hero of cycling. -Phil Anderson, first Australian (and first non-European) to wear the Tour de France's yellow jersey (1981) -- Phil Anderson This book brings back not only the story of one of the greatest stars, but also leaves you with a sense of the atmosphere surrounding the sport and of all the characters involved. -George Mount, first American to compete in the Giro d'Italia (1981), winner of the Red Zinger Classic (1978), and current vice president of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame -- George Mount In my years of racing professionally in the United States, cycling has been a fringe sport. Iron Mac tells of a time when it wasn't. This story about a hero who's easy to cheer for is refreshing and hopeful for those of us who love cycling today. -Phil Gaimon, professional cyclist for Cannondale-Garmin and author of Pro Cycling on $10 a Day -- Phil Gaimon
More than just a biography. -Duncan R. Jamieson, ARETE -- Duncan R. Jamieson ARETE The story of Reggie 'Iron Man' McNamara is a fascinating one of not only the racer but of the history of six-day racing. Delving into Iron Man's career, Andrew Homan also unravels some of the history of cycling politics. Tales of riders' strikes, collusion, spectator hooliganism, and life bans will resonate in modern cycling. This story is the legacy of a hero of cycling. -Phil Anderson, first Australian (and first non-European) to wear the Tour de France's yellow jersey (1981) -- Phil Anderson This book brings back not only the story of one of the greatest stars, but also leaves you with a sense of the atmosphere surrounding the sport and of all the characters involved. -George Mount, first American to compete in the Giro d'Italia (1981), winner of the Red Zinger Classic (1978), and current vice president of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame -- George Mount In my years of racing professionally in the United States, cycling has been a fringe sport. Iron Mac tells of a time when it wasn't. This story about a hero who's easy to cheer for is refreshing and hopeful for those of us who love cycling today. -Phil Gaimon, professional cyclist for Cannondale-Garmin and author of Pro Cycling on $10 a Day -- Phil Gaimon
In my years of racing professionally in the United States, cycling has been a fringe sport. Iron Mac tells of a time when it wasn t. This story about a hero who s easy to cheer for is refreshing and hopeful for those of us who love cycling today. Phil Gaimon, professional cyclist for Cannondale-Garmin and author of Pro Cycling on $10 a Day --Phil Gaimon (09/14/2015)
Author Information
Andrew M. Homan is the author of Life in the Slipstream: The Legend of Bobby Walthour Sr. (Potomac Books, 2011). His writing has appeared in several cycling magazines, including Cycle Sport, Peloton, Ride Cycling Review, Road Bike Action, and VeloNews.
