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„ The Bicycle Book brings together, in around 1,000 graphics and illustrations, everything that passionate cyclists – and those who want to become one – should know."
stern.de
„ The ideal gift for everyone who loves cycling."
TOUR Magazin
„ The ultimate bicycle book. It doesn't get any better"
Blauschwarzberlin
„ A valuable and indispensable document for every bicycle lover, a standard reference work on the technical, sporting, and cultural history of the bicycle! "
Bücherrundschau
„ This entertaining book can be picked up anytime to browse just two pages, or you can let yourself be captivated by the wealth of information and read entire chapters"
BIKE Magazin
„ Anyone interested in bicycles, whether a newcomer or someone with a lot of cycling experience, will find this book to be a source of much still-unknown knowledge and – thanks especially to its unusual layout – at the same time a thoroughly entertaining read all about bicycles. "
TREKKING GUIDE
„ A standard reference for browsing and discovering, not just for cycling fans."
Landlust
When and where were the first two-wheelers built? How were they further developed technically? When was the bicycle discovered for sporting competition? And what role does it play in the development of transport and mobility – right up to today?
In the chapter on the history of the bicycle, we answer these and other questions.
What components make up a bicycle? The Bicycle Book examines frames, tires, valves, chains, drivetrain & gear ratios, gears, and brakes. What physical forces are at work when cycling? What different types of bicycles are there? And what equipment makes sense?
Everything on these topics can be found in the Technology chapter.
Whether recreational or professional sport – the right training is what matters. Which muscles are particularly engaged when cycling, and why is the movement so healthy? What should be considered when it comes to nutrition? What role does heart rate play, and what are the effects of doping? These topics and more are covered in the Body & Training chapter.
People have been competing in bicycle races since as early as the 19th century. What characterizes the different disciplines, from road and track cycling to BMX and mountain biking, all the way to some particularly curious variants? How are professional and amateur cycling organized, and who holds the most impressive sporting records? The Cycling Sport chapter provides the answers.
The Tour de France is probably the most famous bicycle race in the world. What other one-day and stage races are there? How do teams approach races tactically? What are the most impressive records and the most curious stories from the Grand Tours? You'll find it all in the chapter on road cycling races.
The bicycle also plays an important role for many people on vacation and while traveling. What do cycling holidays look like today? What special long-distance cycle routes are there? Which climbs are among the most legendary? Where can I find the best mountain bike spots? And what impressive stories have people experienced on their bicycle journeys? Find out in the Travel chapter.
The bicycle can play an outstanding role in 21st-century mobility. What defines the bicycle as a means of transport, and how does it compare to the car in city traffic? What do bicycle-friendly mobility concepts look like? What is important for staying safe on the road? How can I effectively protect myself from bicycle theft, and how are cycling clubs and initiatives organized?
These and other topics are explained in the Mobility chapter.
The bicycle also has great economic significance. How is money made in the bicycle industry? What are the most important manufacturers and brands, and how did they come about? And what do the supply chains for bicycle components look like?
These and other questions are explored in the Economy chapter.
The bicycle has long since become a cultural asset and lifestyle object. What lies behind the concept of bicycle culture, and what differences exist between different countries and continents? What traces have bicycles left in music, film, and literature?
We tell you all about it in the Culture chapter.
What significance could the bicycle have in the future, and what changes in technology, transport, and mobility culture can we expect? In the Future chapter, we take a look ahead.
All sources used are compiled in our source overview.
„ The Bicycle Book brings together, in around 1,000 graphics and illustrations, everything that passionate cyclists – and those who want to become one – should know."
stern.de
„ The ideal gift for everyone who loves cycling."
TOUR Magazin
„ The ultimate bicycle book. It doesn't get any better"
Blauschwarzberlin
„ A valuable and indispensable document for every bicycle lover, a standard reference work on the technical, sporting, and cultural history of the bicycle! "
Bücherrundschau
„ This entertaining book can be picked up anytime to browse just two pages, or you can let yourself be captivated by the wealth of information and read entire chapters"
BIKE Magazin
„ Anyone interested in bicycles, whether a newcomer or someone with a lot of cycling experience, will find this book to be a source of much still-unknown knowledge and – thanks especially to its unusual layout – at the same time a thoroughly entertaining read all about bicycles. "
TREKKING GUIDE
„ A standard reference for browsing and discovering, not just for cycling fans."
Landlust
When and where were the first two-wheelers built? How were they further developed technically? When was the bicycle discovered for sporting competition? And what role does it play in the development of transport and mobility – right up to today?
In the chapter on the history of the bicycle, we answer these and other questions.
What components make up a bicycle? The Bicycle Book examines frames, tires, valves, chains, drivetrain & gear ratios, gears, and brakes. What physical forces are at work when cycling? What different types of bicycles are there? And what equipment makes sense?
Everything on these topics can be found in the Technology chapter.
Whether recreational or professional sport – the right training is what matters. Which muscles are particularly engaged when cycling, and why is the movement so healthy? What should be considered when it comes to nutrition? What role does heart rate play, and what are the effects of doping? These topics and more are covered in the Body & Training chapter.
People have been competing in bicycle races since as early as the 19th century. What characterizes the different disciplines, from road and track cycling to BMX and mountain biking, all the way to some particularly curious variants? How are professional and amateur cycling organized, and who holds the most impressive sporting records? The Cycling Sport chapter provides the answers.
The Tour de France is probably the most famous bicycle race in the world. What other one-day and stage races are there? How do teams approach races tactically? What are the most impressive records and the most curious stories from the Grand Tours? You'll find it all in the chapter on road cycling races.
The bicycle also plays an important role for many people on vacation and while traveling. What do cycling holidays look like today? What special long-distance cycle routes are there? Which climbs are among the most legendary? Where can I find the best mountain bike spots? And what impressive stories have people experienced on their bicycle journeys? Find out in the Travel chapter.
The bicycle can play an outstanding role in 21st-century mobility. What defines the bicycle as a means of transport, and how does it compare to the car in city traffic? What do bicycle-friendly mobility concepts look like? What is important for staying safe on the road? How can I effectively protect myself from bicycle theft, and how are cycling clubs and initiatives organized?
These and other topics are explained in the Mobility chapter.
The bicycle also has great economic significance. How is money made in the bicycle industry? What are the most important manufacturers and brands, and how did they come about? And what do the supply chains for bicycle components look like?
These and other questions are explored in the Economy chapter.
The bicycle has long since become a cultural asset and lifestyle object. What lies behind the concept of bicycle culture, and what differences exist between different countries and continents? What traces have bicycles left in music, film, and literature?
We tell you all about it in the Culture chapter.
What significance could the bicycle have in the future, and what changes in technology, transport, and mobility culture can we expect? In the Future chapter, we take a look ahead.
All sources used are compiled in our source overview.
