The Racing Bicycle - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The Racing Bicycle write by Richard Moore. This book was released on 2013-01-08. The Racing Bicycle available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. The most informative book on the precision and craftsmanship of the racing bicycle—essential reading for gearheads. This beautifully illustrated volume is a celebration of the design history and craftsmanship of the racing bicycle. Easily the most well-researched book available on the subject, it covers every aspect of the art and design of the beloved cult object, whose rich history intertwines with that of design, engineering, and sports. With special feature sections dedicated to the fifty most legendary brands, this is the story of the visionaries who created two-wheeled legends. From the cradle of road biking on the plains of northern Italy to the rugged trails of Marin County, where mountain biking was born, the book explores the most hallowed names in bicycle design, from Cannondale and Campagnolo to Shimano and Specialized. It is a fascinating look at how the racing bicycle’s design and parts have evolved over time. Complete with sublime photography of the design features that make each bike unique, including gears, shifters, cranks, handlebars, and wheels, this book represents a heartfelt tribute to the precision, craftsmanship, and speed of the racing bicycle. Edited by a seasoned cycling veteran and long-time cycling journalist, this is the perfect book for cycling fanatics and design aficionados alike.
Shoulder to Shoulder
Shoulder to Shoulder - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Shoulder to Shoulder write by The Horton Collection. This book was released on 2015-11-01. Shoulder to Shoulder available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. With a comb in his pocket, his glamorous blonde wife by his side, and an unyielding will backed by blazing speed, Jacques Anquetil became cycling’s leading ambassador as the sport left behind the post-war era of Fausto Coppi to embrace the promise of the freewheeling sixties. Shoulder to Shoulder ushers us into the zenith of Anquetil’s career with a fully restored collection of rare and valuable photographs. With the methodical son of Normandy in the lead, cycling’s professional peloton races through Europe’s capital cities and up its mountainous pathways, laying a path to a cosmopolitan era of unlimited possibilities. Presenting more than 100 brilliant imagesmost unseen since their original publication in the magazines and newspapers of the dayShoulder to Shoulder showcases the rise of a generation of cycling superstars whose gutsy riding and easy style founded the modern era of professional bike racing. Great names in these pages include Rik van Looy, Tom Simpson, Raymond Poulidor, Jan Janssen, Miguel Poblet, Rudi Altig, Federico Bahamontes, Jean Stablinski, Gastone Nencini, Jean Graczyk, and many more. With an appendix of explanatory notes for each photo, a sewn, lay-flat binding, and premium acid-free paper, Shoulder to Shoulder will be an enduring addition to every cycling enthusiast’s library.
Bicycle / Race
Bicycle / Race - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Bicycle / Race write by Adonia E. Lugo. This book was released on 2018. Bicycle / Race available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. "A study of the U.S. bicycle transportation movement against a backdrop of racism and history in Los Angeles and Washington, DC"--
The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing
The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing write by Willard Peveler. This book was released on 2008-09-06. The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Ride faster, fitter, smarter, & farther Every road rider has goals. Yours may be to begin racing, to become more competitive, or to win a specific tour. Not interested in racing? Perhaps you want to complete your first century ride, improve your overall fitness, or ride father and faster just for the sheer joy of flying on two wheels. No matter what your goals, The Complete Book of Road Cycling and Racing gives you all the information you need to become a better, more performance-focused cyclist. Written by an accomplished racing coach, cyclist, and exercise physiologist, this book shows you how to: Fit the bike to your body for maximum efficiency and comfort Ride safely in a group Cope with any weather or altitude Maintain your bike Prepare for races of all types Master racing strategies and tactics Train efficiently and stay in peak condition year-round And much more
Italian Racing Bicycles
Italian Racing Bicycles - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Italian Racing Bicycles write by Guido P. Rubino. This book was released on 2011. Italian Racing Bicycles available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. "From Pinarello to Campagnolo, Sidi to Giro, Italian Racing Bikes profiles dozens of Italian bicycle manufacturers, component makers, and accessory companies"--
