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title: "The Bike Deconstructed: A Grand Tour of the Modern Bicycle Paperback – March 4, 2014"
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# Global Perspective Comprehensive Guide Modern Insights The Bike Deconstructed: A Grand Tour of the Modern Bicycle Paperback – March 4, 2014

**Brand:** richard hallett
**Price:** A$73
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## Summary

> 🚲 Pedal into Knowledge: Your Ultimate Guide to Cycling Culture!

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- **What is this?** The Bike Deconstructed: A Grand Tour of the Modern Bicycle Paperback – March 4, 2014 by richard hallett
- **How much does it cost?** A$73 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Explore Global Trends:** Discover how cycling culture varies across continents.
- • **Unravel the Mechanics:** Dive deep into the anatomy of bicycles, from frame to wheel.
- • **Inspire Your Next Ride:** Fuel your passion for cycling with expert insights and stories.
- • **Perfect for All Levels:** Whether a novice or a pro, there's something for everyone.
- • **Rich Visuals & Illustrations:** Engaging graphics that bring the content to life.

## Overview

The Bike Deconstructed is a comprehensive paperback that explores the modern bicycle's design, culture, and evolution, offering insights for both casual riders and cycling enthusiasts alike.

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating and gorgeous
*by T***R on July 24, 2016*

Do you know the history quick release levers? Back in the 1920s, if you wanted to change gears on a bike, you had to take the wheel off. Tullio Campagnolo was trying to change gears during a race and his hands went numb from the cold, so he couldn't get the rear wheel off because he couldn't get his hands to move the wingnuts that held the wheel on. Yes, QR levers are that old.That's the kind of thing that makes The Bike Deconstructed: A Grand Tour of the Modern Bicycle such a fascinating read. Not only does it cover the current technologies, it gives the history of how we got to this point. And it's full of historical tidbits.Granted, The Bike Deconstructed isn't for everyone. If you're not into cycling, it may hold limited interest for you, but even then it's still an pretty cool book. If you are into cycling, it's a wondrous exploration of the history of the sport. The Bike Deconstructed focuses primarily on road bikes, so mountain bikers may find it less interesting, but it's still worth checking out.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Bike Deconstructed book review
*by A***A on May 10, 2014*

Well I'll start by saying I'm really impress with this book its well put together, explains about the advantages and disadvantages about the different frame structures like Steel, Titanium, Allimunum and Carbon Fiber. Gives you a lot of details, good explanations, amazing pictures. Overall I'm satisfied with my purchase, great book.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book that could use more detailed illustrations
*by S***R on November 4, 2019*

I have read 1/2 the book so far, and I am glad I bought it. It gives a moderately detailed explanation of each bicycle component's history and design and purpose. It has greatly enlightened me about bicycle technology, and it fascinates me. It is well written and not difficult to read. I wish it had more specific and detailed illustrations and diagrams. There are many references to historical products but a picture would be worth a lot of explaining. It is well illustrated and about 3/4 of the illustrations are helpful and pertinent. The remainder are just for cosmetics and should be replaced by technical illustrations. If you want a better understanding of present bicycle technology, this book is for you. I will be finishing it over the next 2-3 weeks in my free time.

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