The Golden Age of Handbuilt Bicycles presents fifty hand-built bicycles, lovingly created by small craftsmen. These makers carefully built not only the frames, but in many cases also the parts, including brakes, stems, racks, derailleurs, and other components. Many of their revolutionary innovations have helped shaped the standard models we use today. The book features brilliant full-color photographs of models from 1910 to the present day, each one carefully crafted over hours by famous makers such as Alex Singer and Rene Herse, as well as lesser-known small designers. Close-ups reveal unique details and show the level of craftsmanship that went into producing these elegant machines--one that has rarely been surpassed. Chronological text that sets the scene, and vintage images of both the makers and the riders provide a historical complement.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Rizzoli International Publications
ISBN-13
9780847844449
eBay Product ID (ePID)
208722421
Product Key Features
Book Title
The Golden Age of Handbuilt Bicycles: Craftsmanship, Elégance, and Function
Author
Jan Heine
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Genre
Sports
Number of Pages
168 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
280mm
Item Width
226mm
Item Weight
1125g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Jan Heine
Series Title
Rizzoli Classics
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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