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Cyclepedia: A Tour of Iconic Bicycle Designs

Cyclepedia: A Tour of Iconic Bicycle Designs

by PaulSmith (Author), Michael Embacher (Author)

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    Hardcover 2011

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Synopsis

An homage to the beauty of two wheels, "Cyclepedia" is a celebration of the best bicycles designed over the past 90 years. Among this unique selection of exemplary bicycles are classic racing bikes that been in such events as the Tour de France, high-tech machines that use the latest in material science and aerodynamics, eccentric bikes designed for specific purposes such as cycling on ice, and rarities that are coveted by serious collectors. Gift book, reference, inspiration, fun, "Cyclepedia" will inspire lust and envy in bike nuts, commuting cyclists and design aesthetes everywhere.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 224
 Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Published: 07 Mar 2011
ISBN 10: 0500515581
ISBN 13: 9780500515587
Book Overview: 'This sumptuous photographic anthology of bicycle design is so drool-inducing it ought to be sold in brown paper' Independent

Media Reviews
'An extraordinary read ... arguably the most comprehensive and visually satisfying book of bicycle portraits ever published' - Sunday Times
'This book is not to be missed. Buy it, borrow it from a pal who has it, whatever. You'll love it' - Spinwell
'Lavish appreciation of almost a century of bicycle design ... includes enough lovingly-shot images to please any adherent of two-wheeled transport, as well as lovers of expertly honed craftsmanship' - Sunday Telegraph
'A pictorial record of one man's bicycle obsession ... a wonderful thing ... a visual delight and a really fascinating read' - Cyclorama
'From racing sleek to mountain tough, touring to tandem, urban folding chic to colourful cargo carriers, there's a two-wheeler for you in Cyclepedia.' - Saga Magazine
'Frametastic...not just for the bike geek' - Wallpaper*
Author Bio
Michael Embacher is a designer who lives in Vienna. He boasts one of the world's greatest collections of bicycles. Paul Smith is a world-famous designer and a passionate cyclist.