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OverviewAn 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael Embacher , Dr. Paul SmithPublisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd Dimensions: Width: 27.50cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 21.00cm Weight: 1.350kg ISBN: 9780500515587ISBN 10: 0500515581 Pages: 224 Publication Date: 07 March 2011 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Stock Indefinitely Availability: Awaiting stock ![]() Table of ContentsForeword by Paul Smith * Introduction by Michael Embacher * Essay on the history of bicycle design by Michael Zappe and Martin Strubreiter * 100 bikes grouped by type: mountain, racing, singlespeed, touring, kids', tandem, urban, folding, cargo and curiositiesReviewsFrom the sleek to the strange to the truly innovative, 100 detailed bike profiles will captivate cycle aficionados. - Fast Company Author InformationMichael Embacher, an architectural designer in Vienna, has amassed one of the most diverse bicycle collections in the world. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |