ALYSON

The Outsports Revolution (July, $19.95) by Cyd Zeigler and Jim Buzinski, founders of Outsports.com, offers an in-depth compendium of the issues surrounding gays and lesbians in the sporting world.

BIG EARTH/TRAILS BOOKS/

Boston Red Sox Trivia Teasersand New York Yankees Trivia Teasers (Mar., $16.95 each) by Richard Pennington compile questions that cover the players, the ball fields and the teams' histories and traditions.

BLUE SNAKE BOOKS

Capoeira: The Jogo de Angola from Luanda to Cyberspace, Vol. Two (Apr., $24.95) by Gerard Taylor picks up where the first volume left off to continue the history of the Brazilian martial art.

BOSTON MILLS PRESS (dist. by Firefly Books)

A Paddler's Guide to Quetico and Beyond (Apr., $24.95) by Kevin Callan heads for canoe country in Ontario's Quetico Provincial Park and the adjoining Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Wisconsin.

BURFORD BOOKS

The Surfcaster's Guide to the Striper Coast (Apr., $16.95) by D.J. Muller provides info for striped bass enthusiasts from Maine to the Outer Banks.

CARROLL GRAF

The Year Babe Ruth Hit 104 Home Runs: Recrowning Baseball's Greatest Slugger (Mar., $16.95) by Bill Jenkinson considers the Bambino's batting power and what he could have done under today's conditions.

CASAGRANDE PRESS (dist. by Wilderness Press)

Cycling's Greatest Misadventures (June, $16.95), edited by Erich Schweikher and Paul Diamond, collects true stories about everyday adventures on bikes, from bizarre to comical.

COLLINS

So Many Fishes, So Little Time: 1001 of the World's Greatest Backcountry Honeyholes, Trout Rivers, Blue Ribbon Waters, Bass Lakes, and Saltwater Hotspots (May, $18.95) by Mark Williams.

CONTINUUM

Godspeed: Racing Is My Religion (Apr., $16.95) by L.D. Russell explores the attraction to cars, tracks and speed through visits to rural tracks and talks with NASCAR champions.

COUNTRYMAN PRESS (dist. by W.W. Norton)

50 Hikes in & Around Tuscany (May, $16.95) by Jeff Taylor guides travelers across this picturesque region.

CUMBERLAND HOUSE

From the Red Tees (Mar., $18.95) by Celeste Palermo covers etiquette, humor and strategy for women on the golf course.

ECW PRESS

Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame: The Heels (May, $19.95) by Greg Oliver and Steven Johnson explains the role of the wrestling "villain"; includes some 150 photos of notorious heels.

FALCON

The Evolution of American Bicycle Racing (June, $17.95) by Lou Dzierzak documents the history of American cycling and looks at the future of the sport.

HCI

Before the Glory: 20 Baseball Heroes Talk About Growing Up & TurningHard Times into Home Runs (Mar., $14.95) by Bill Staples and Rich Herschlag chronicles the life stories of players from diverse backgrounds. 50,000 first printing. Ad/promo.

HOUGHTON MIFFLIN

The Cheater's Guide to Baseball (Apr., $13.95) by Derek Zumsteg depicts cutting corners and playing dirty, and reveals how cheating is really accomplished.

HUMAN KINETICS

Gotta Tango (Apr., $28.99) by Alberto Paz and Valorie Hart teaches the authentic Argentine dance as it evolved from the streets of Buenos Aires.

Janet Evans' Total Swimming (May, $17.95) by Janet Evans provides 60 progressive workouts utilizing mostly full-stroke freestyle swimming.

JONES BOOKS

Golf Wisconsin: Official Guide to the State's Top 25 Courses (May, $12.95) by Jeff Mayers features the hole to beat, course descriptions and other info. Author tour.

LYONS PRESS

The Ultimate Minor League Baseball Road-Trip: A Fan's Guide to AAA, AA, A, and Independent League Stadiums (Mar., $24.95) by Josh Pahigian rates the Minor League stadiums from top to bottom.

MOUNTAINEERS BOOKS

Best Hikes with Dogs: Georgia & South Carolinaby Steve Goodrich and Ashley Goodrich; ...New York City & Beyond by Tammy McCarley; and ...New Jersey (Apr., $16.95 each) by Mary Jasch recommend pooch-friendly trails with photos, maps and elevation profiles.

ROUNDER BOOKS

Love That Dirty Water: The Improbable Anthem of the Boston Red Sox (Apr., $12.95) by Bill Nowlin and Chuck Burgess examines the history and circumstances surrounding the Standells' song.

SHADY OAKS PRESS (dist. by Sterling)

Bass! Proven Strategies, Skills & Secrets for Catching More and Bigger Largemouth Bass (Apr., $14.95) by Dick Sternberg. Nothing fishy about all the info crammed into this one-stop guide.

SPORTS PUBLISHING

Ruling over Monarchs, Giants and Stars: Umpiring in the Negro Leagues and Beyond (Mar., $16.95) by Bob Motley with Byron Motley talks about working with such baseball legends as Satchel Paige, Willie Mays and more. Ad/promo.

ST. MARTINS/GRIFFIN

Don Mattingly's Hitting Is Simple: The ABC's of Batting .300 (Mar., $17.95) by Don Mattingly and Jim Rosenthal. The Yankee star batting coach pitches an all-ages hitting guide.

TAYLOR TRADE

Shortened Seasons: The Untimely Deaths of Major League Baseball's Stars and Journeymen (Apr., $16.95) by Fran Zimniuch recounts the stories of some players who never made it to the next game.

TEN SPEED PRESS

Let's Get Primitive: The Urban Girl's Guide to Camping (Apr., $14.95) by Heather Menicucci features irreverent campfire recipes, essential gear and tips on pitching a tent.

THREE RIVERS PRESS

What If Little People Played in the Big Leagues? Taking the Field with Pro Athletes, Olympic Legends—and Midgets—to Answer Sports Fans' Burning Questions (Aug., $13.95) by Todd Gallagher offers thoughts on some 59 different sports debates.

TRACKS PUBLISHING (dist. by IPG)

Boxing's Ten Commandments: Essential Training for the Sweet Science (June, $12.95) by Alan Lachica with Doug Werner. The updated info in the author's third boxing guide includes new takes on angles and counters.

TRIUMPH BOOKS

The Cubs Fan's Guide to Happiness (Apr., $14.95) by George Ellis reveals what makes Cubs fans tick and what keeps them happy, including a discussion of why winning isn't everything.

ULYSSES PRESS

Ultimate Fighting Championship Techniques: Top Mixed Martial Arts Moves from "The World's Most Dangerous Man" (Mar., $15.95) by Ken Shamrock and Rodney Donahoo introduces the moves that made Shamrock an Ultimate Fighting champ.

VICTORY BELT PUBLISHING (dist. by Tuttle)

Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge (May, $29.95) by BJ Penn with Erich Krauss and Glenn Cordoza teaches the system of fighting used by famous fighter Penn.

VINTAGE BOOKS

Watching Baseball Smarter: A Professional Fan's Guide for Beginners, Semi-experts, and Deeply Serious Geeks (Mar., $13.95) by Zack Hample celebrates fandom at all levels. Author tour.

WARNER BOOKS

Fantasy Football The Next Level: How to Build a Championship Team Every Weekend (Aug., $15.99) by David Dorey. The cofounder of TheHuddle.com teaches a systematic approach to creating the best possible fantasy team year after year.

WHITE STAR PUBLISHERS (dist. by Rizzoli)

Trekking in the Himalayas (Mar., $28.95 flexibound) by Stefano Ardito lists the best walking and hiking spots along with nuts-and-bolts advice on embarking on a trek.

WISH PUBLISHING (dist. by Cardinal Publishers Group)

Between the Lines: The Mental Skills of Hitting for Softball (Mar., $16.95) by Yasmin Mossadeghi and Patricia Laguna concentrates on the mental game and its effects on confidence and success in hitting.

YMAA PUBLICATION CENTER

The Way of Sanchin Kata: The Application of Power (May, $24.95) by Kris Wilder breaks down the fundamental kata for karate systems, allowing for greater understanding and better training.