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Cyclepedia: A Tour of Iconic Bicycle Designs [Hardcover]

Michael Embacher , Paul Smith
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  • Hardcover: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Thames & Hudson (7 Mar 2011)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0500515581
  • ISBN-13: 978-0500515587
  • Product Dimensions: 21.1 x 27.9 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,488 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'A pictorial record of one man's bicycle obsession ... a wonderful thing ... a visual delight and a really fascinating read'
--Cyclorama

'A sumptuous visual anthology of bicycle design' --The Daily Telegraph

'An idiosyncratic collection ... enjoyable' --Cycle

'Stunning ... read this and you'll be on two wheels in no time' --Phoenix

'If you like poring over pictures of stunning bikes, your cravings may be temporarily satisfied with the publication of a photo-rich book that really should be sold in the proverbial brown paper' --Road.cc

'Will inspire, excite and leave you wanting about ten more bikes than you already own!'
--Cyclodelic

'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

'This sumptuous photographic anthology of bicycle design is so drool-inducing it ought to be sold in brown paper' --The Independent

'Weird and wonderful, iconic and eccentric - Cyclepedia captures the most eye-catching bicycle designs of the past 90years with some superbly detailed photography' --Sport

'A simple, fun book for grown up kids on two wheels' --125 Magazine

'Anyone who respects the lore, history and beauty of bicycles needs a copy of this book'
--Time Out

`Frametastic...not just for the bike geek' --Wallpaper*

`An extraordinary read...arguably the most comprehensive and visually satisfying books of bicycle portraits ever published' --The Sunday Times [cycling blog]

`A lavish hymn to beauty, innovation and what the French call la fantaisie'
--The Independent

'Luscious' --London Cyclist

'Luxurious ... if you're not ashamed of high-end bike erotica, the book will not disappoint'
--Literary Review

'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'
--The Sunday Telegraph

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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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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Cyclepedia 13 May 2011
By Trish
Format:Hardcover
Cyclepedia: A Tour of Iconic Bicycle Designs

Bought as a birthday gift for a bicycle fanatic it has been a huge success, giving hours of pleasure. (If a bit of a bore for the rest of us) I am told not only is it very informative but there is bike history to be enjoyed too.
I first saw it reviewed in a Sunday newspaper supplement. I ordered in a bit of a hurry but delivery was so speedy it arrived in good time for the birthday. Very well wrapped, so in perfect condition.
Although I only buy books from Amazon from time to time, when I have bought them they are always just how I expect them to be from the online description. So one can buy with a lot of confidence.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Fascinating book 29 Mar 2011
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a beautifully produced book full of superbly photographed images of many fascinating and elegant engineering achievements and a tremendous bargain at the price. It's not a technical handbook by any means but there is sufficient information to fulfil its purpose.
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Format:Hardcover
bought this for someone with an interest in bikes, but all the family found something of interest. It would have been even better with some older cycles
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This book was bought as a gift for a bicycle enthusiast. I dread the fact that he is likely to look out for even more old bikes. Five should surely be enough , but I doubt it. Read more
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I bought this as a present for a bicycle crazy friend. She absolutely loved it. Full of beautiful photographs of amazing bikes. The bike versions of Ferraris, Porshes etc.
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I bought this book as a present for my som who is a keen cyclist. He was absolutely delighted with it as it gave him a great deal of information on bicycles that is not available... Read more
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Good looking book for cyclists and non-cyclists alike
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