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Cyclepedia: A Century of Iconic Bicycle Design

by Michael Embacher, Paul Smith
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A visual celebration of innovative bicycle design.

If the hum of wheels on pavement is like music to your ears, 'Cyclepedia' might just sing to your soul. Imagine turning the pages to find a century's worth of two-wheeled innovation staring back at you. Each bike is laid out with photographs and stories, conjuring the kind of charm that might just pull you deeper into the cyclist's way of life. Whether you're a design enthusiast or a pedal-pushing aficionado, Michael Embacher's curated collection is a trove of mechanical marvels that promises to inspire and fascinate.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Cyclepedia: A Century of Iconic Bicycle Design

by Michael Embacher, Paul Smith
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ISBN: 9781452101675
Authors: Michael Embacher, Paul Smith
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Date of Publication: 2011-08-03
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Sports, Art
Related Topics: History, Cycling, Design, Photography
Goodreads rating: 4.24
(rated by 108 readers)

Description

For every way to ride, there's a bicycle to fit the need. Cyclepedia showcases the innovations and legacies of bicycle design over the past century. Join longtime bike enthusiast and avid collector Michael Embacher for a tour of 100 bicycles, from the finest racing bikes and high-tech hybrids to the bizarrely specific designs. Captivating photographs, detailed component lists, and anecdotal information illuminate the details that make each bicycle unique. This ultimate coffee-table book is a must-have for devotees of the two-wheeled life.
 

A visual celebration of innovative bicycle design.

If the hum of wheels on pavement is like music to your ears, 'Cyclepedia' might just sing to your soul. Imagine turning the pages to find a century's worth of two-wheeled innovation staring back at you. Each bike is laid out with photographs and stories, conjuring the kind of charm that might just pull you deeper into the cyclist's way of life. Whether you're a design enthusiast or a pedal-pushing aficionado, Michael Embacher's curated collection is a trove of mechanical marvels that promises to inspire and fascinate.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.