Two wheels, two pedals, a seat and a set of handlebars: the bicycle is a beautifully simple means of transport, and its recently renewed popularity continues to soar in urban areas worldwide, with millions of people rediscovering its efficiency and portability. Culture makers such as Talking Heads frontman and artist David Byrne and the satirical blogger Bike Snob have popularized cycling as a lifestyle, and as major cities like Los Angeles and New York embark on major bike-lane construction projects, retailers are also stepping forward with a wide variety of clothing and accessories to accommodate the cyclist's every conceivable need. The Bike Owner's Handbook is an attractively designed guide for the millions of bicycle commuters who want to know the basics of repairing and maintaining their bikes without having to immerse themselves in a vast and complicated technical manual, and is small enough to be carried and consulted on the go. The topics covered include bicycle anatomy, changing a tire, adjusting brakes and gears and cleaning the bike. Step-by-step explanations for each task are illustrated with simple, clear drawings and black-and-white photographs taken by Peter Drinkell, the photographer behind cycling clothier Rapha's sumptuous cycle guides to Europe. At the conclusion of each chapter is a QR code that, when scanned with a smartphone, will link the reader to a short film demonstrating the tasks described. An appendix provides cycling inspiration and tips from some of the big names in the field. Small, sturdy and tactile, The Bike Owner's Handbook will find a home in the back pockets of countless cycling enthusiasts and casual users.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By A. J. Hall
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is an excellent place to start learning about how to maintain your bike. I'd long been frustrated that something as simple looking as a bike could be so intimidating to figure out mechanically. All the information I could find online was so technical and intimidating that I couldn't make heads of tails of it. But then I stumbled on a recommendation for this book and it has been fantastic. It tackles basic maintenance that any bike owner could do them selves - how to change a tire, how to fix minor problems with gears and shifting, and how to adjust your brakes. Each is illustrated with clear drawings that make the steps easy to follow. This book is a great book for someone who wants to learn the basics.
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By SRKASM
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This is a very good beginners book but by far, not detailed enough. If you want to learn the basics, buy it. If you want to be able to actually work on your bike, don't bother.
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By marci
Format:Paperback
Beautifully layed out. Artfully done and yet amazingly clear and informative. I am getting more for gifts! Great for anyone who loves their bike.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for newbies!
I learned a lot about how to maintenance a bike and what to be prepared for. Great book for the novice rider.
Published 1 month ago by Lawrence E Perea
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good Bike owner's information
It was a book I needed and it is great. It arrived on time. I enjoyed the book and the author's efforts.
Published 2 months ago by E. Orsborn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice book
A nice book to read on a rainy day Very informative would defiantly recommend this book A person can learn a lot about the bike
Published 3 months ago by George Werle
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great little book
It did catch me off-guard how small the book is, but it makes it great for stashing easily with your tools. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Anon
3.0 out of 5 stars
pretty basic information in a nice presentation
Information is pretty vague and basic, but the illustrations are neat. A neat little handbook, but nothing worth any more than a novelty item.
Published 9 months ago by B. Webb
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