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The first book to chronicle the golden age of Japanese bicycle design.
Japanese bicycles have long been at the forefront of both competitive and recreational cycling—from top-flight racing bicycles to collectible custom fixed-gear frames. This comprehensive and stunningly illustrated book presents a fascinating overview of the most prolific and celebrated period of Japanese bicycle design, between the 1950s and the ’80s, when uniquely talented artisanal craftsmen produced some of the most iconic bicycles of the twentieth century.
From the recognizable silhouettes of major manufacturers like Fuji, Panasonic, and Bridgestone to the rarest frames from artisanal builders like 3-Rensho or Nagasawa, Japanese bicycle designers dominated the cycling world and created machines that are still revered today. Illustrated with specially commissioned photographs of fully restored bikes, and supplemented with artifacts and ephemera from technical manuals to photography of the legendary Keirin racing circuits, this book is must-have for anyone with an interest in cycling and the phenomenon of Japanese design.
ASIN : 0847861708
Publisher : Rizzoli
Publication date : October 16, 2018
Language : English
Print length : 212 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780847861705
ISBN-13 : 978-0847861705
Item Weight : 3.95 pounds
Dimensions : 9.6 x 1.1 x 12 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #103,606 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #16 in Industrial Product Design #24 in Motorcycles (Books)
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Customers say
Customers praise the book’s expert photography by Scott Ryder and its incredibly detailed information, with one customer noting the crystal clear close-ups. Moreover, the book offers fascinating stories woven together with information inaccessible on the web, and customers appreciate its well-written content and nicely executed layout. Additionally, the book appeals to vintage bicycle aficionados and spans the 20th century.
