Tour Divide

The best mountain bikers on earth gather in Alberta, Canada, every summer to begin one of the biggest challenges their sport has to offer. This title introduces readers to a 2,745-mile (4,418-km) race that takes athletes along North America's Continental Divide before finally ending at the United States-Mexico border. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a map, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Infographics Informative sidebars Table of contents Extreme endurance sports test athletes' physical and mental strength as they compete in some of the most brutal conditions imaginable. Extreme Sports Events gives readers a glimpse into the challenges of the race, how athletes prepare, and the physical and mental toll the race takes on competitors. This series introduces readers to some of the world's most intense competitions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.