Handcrafted Bicycles: Builders, Frame Design, and Inspiration by Christine Elliott & David Jablonka

Handcrafted Bicycles : Builders, Frame Design, and Inspiration

Our friends over at Circles bike shop in Nagoya asked if we could get some of these  books for them, and of course we obliged. Now, we love a hand-built bike as much as (maybe a little more than) anyone else, so we flipped through one, only to discover our friend Jeremy Sycip, as well as Oregon frame builder Joseph Ahearne and those carbon fiber virtuosos down in Bend, Argonaut.  It was at this point that our interest was piqued, as we paged through this handsome book, we noted many other heavy hitters of the hand-built bike world like Bilenky, Schön studios, Pegoretti, Baum, Prova, Alex Singer and Mr. ATMO himself, Richard Sachs. On top of that impressive list, there's 22 more equally amazing manufacturers from around the globe.  The authors showcase each builders style and the harmony and balance between rider, builder, componentry, ride characteristics and aesthetics.  Suffice to say, we thought it'd be a good idea to carry a few of these books to pass on to you. Have it out on your coffee table to leaf through on lazy evenings and so visitors to your home know what you love without having to go to your garage and hear about why you need another bike on top of the 11 you already have.

A coffee-table book showcasing the work of 32 bicycle builders from 13 countries, celebrating their unique designs and the stories that inspire them.

Handcrafted Bicycles: Builders, Frame Design, and Inspiration celebrates the artistry of bicycle building, revealing that bicycles are so much more than a set of handlebars, a seat, a frame, wheels, a chain and pedals. Bicycles are about the builder, the rider, the ride, riders’ needs, special componentry, and aesthetics. This stunning coffee-table book showcases 32 exceptional bicycle builders from 13 countries, capturing their unique designs and the stories that inspire them.

Authors Christine Elliott and David Jablonka explore the deep connection between builders and riders. With spectacular photographs and engaging narratives, the book delves into the nuts and bolts of bicycle design and the componentry that makes each creation unique. Designers include both established and contemporary bike builders who find themselves in demand for an ever expanding cycling culture.

•    32 Chapters on Different Bicycle Designers: Each featuring striking visuals and engaging text
•    International Perspective: Builders from Australia, Belgium, Canada, Colombia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and the US
•    Historical Context: Insights into the evolution of bicycle design and culture
•    Personal Stories: Anecdotes that illuminate the passion behind each bike

This timely publication aims to captivate a new generation of cycling and design enthusiasts.

Size: 9.0in x 10.0in  |  Pages: 256  |  270 color images