Customer Reviews

Designing and building your own frameset: An illustrated guide for the amateur bicycle builder

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The author took a reasoned and careful approach. The fundamentals of fitment and physics as concerns bicycling are discussed first. The methods of manufacture are covered, followed by in depth, step by step procedures. For me, this resulted in several good reads, and a completed bicycle frame

This book is extremely clear, and always geared to the beginner. The author covers all aspects of frame design and construction, with very clear photos and step by step instructions.

When I first read this book, I found myself getting more and more excited ... I've wanted to build bike frames for a long time, and this book makes it possible.

About the only criticism I can think of is the discussion of fork rake in the design section. It's a little bit limited, and relies on a chart instead of giving the full equation for neutral or agressive stearing. I think that is because of the date the book was published ... more is understood about that subject now. (See the Paterek Framebuilder's Manual). Also, in the painting section, he recommends lacquer paint because it can be hand-rubbed and is forgiving of errors. That type of paint is no longer available.

But all in all, I give it an enthusiastic 5 stars.

Great book if you want to design and build your on bike. Great information on brazing.