About the book
This completely rewritten, updated,
and expanded second edition of
Bicycle Technology explains
every technical aspect of the modern
bicycle in all its varieties—from
road bike to downhill bike, and from
folding bike to E-bike and
recumbent. Also highlighted is the
technical development, with many
"then-versus-now" exposes. A must-read for anyone
serious about the technical aspects
of the bicycle and its components,
as well as for those who are
interested in the history (and the
future) of the bicycle.
Table of Contents
Introduction
1. History and Development of the Bicycle
2. Anatomy of the Bicycle
3. The Bicycle in Motion
4. The Cyclist in Motion
5. Materials for Bicycle
Construction
6. The Basics of Bicycle Design
7. Common Bicycle Details
8. The Frame
9. The Wheels
10. The Steering System
11. The Drivetrain
12. Derailleur Gearing
13. Hub Gearing
14. Rim Brakes
15. Disk Brakes
16. Other Brakes
17. Seat and Seatpost
18. Suspension Systems
19. Lighting Systems
20. Load-Carrying Equipment
21. Other Accessories
22. Bikes for the Short and the Tall
23. The Tandem Bicycle
24. Folding an Parting Bikes
25. Recumbent Bicycles
26. Not Just Two Wheels
27. Power-Assisted Bicycles
28. The Future of the Bicycle?
Appendix
Bibliography
Index
What the Critics Say
1.
Lifelong bicycle aficionados Rob van
der Plas and Stuart Baird have
indulged their passion for cycling
and created a beautifully
illustrated compendium dedicated to
the technology and engineering that
goes into the modern bicycle and its
key components.
Their new book, titled
Bicycle Technology,
covers every detail and aspect of
the modern bicycle, from the frame
materials to the drivetrain, gears,
to the wheels, suspension lights,
bells and whistles, and more. They
have shared their technical know-how
and love of the history and the
developments of the bicycle from its
inauspicious beginnings to the use
of space-age materials, and the
incorporation of electronic
innovations of today.
High On Adventure, September
2010
2.
The bicycle continues to be one of
the most useful, efficient, and
'planet friendly' means of
transportation available. The
collaborative work of bicycle
experts and enthusiasts Rob van der
Plas and Stuart Baird, "Bicycle
Technology: Understanding the Modern
Bicycle and its Components" is a
superbly and profusely illustrated,
320-page compendium detailing all of
the parts that comprise the modern
bicycle and covers the complete
range of bicycle types including
road bikes and mountain bikes.
Beginning with informative chapters
on the history and anatomy of the
bicycle, "Bicycle Technology" goes
on to cover the materials used in
the creation of bicycles, the basics
of bicycle design, and then devotes
specific chapters to all of the
bicycle parts and systems from the
frame and the wheels, to the
steering and gearing, to brakes,
seats, suspension, and so much more.
Of special note are the chapters
dedicated to power assisted bicycles
and the future of bicycles.
Enhanced with an appendix, a
bibliography, and an index,
Bicycle Technology is an
especially recommended instructional
resource and reference for personal,
academic, and community library
collections.
Midwest Book Review, October
2010
3.
This amazingly comprehensive
320-page book by lifelong bicycle
aficionados Rob van der Plas and
Stuart Baird is the ultimate book on
the bicycle. From the average rider
to the "gearhead," there is
something for everyone. With
hundreds of illustrations, a short
yet thorough history, current model
developments and speculations on
future designs, this book will
provide wonderful hours of reading
for all bike lovers everywhere. The
illustrations are amazing. This is a
wonderful gift even if you aren't a
bike lover. You surely will be when
you've finished reading the book.
Escapees, November-December
2010
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