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The Art of Wheelbuilding: A Bench Reference for Neophytes, Pros & Wheelaholics [Spiral-bound]

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  • Spiral-bound
  • Publisher: Buonpane Pubns (March 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0964983532
  • ISBN-13: 978-0964983533
  • Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.5 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #96,851 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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52 of 56 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitive guide for beginners and pro builders, June 18, 2001
By Mark A. Schlueter (San Dimas, Ca United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Art of Wheelbuilding: A Bench Reference for Neophytes, Pros & Wheelaholics (Spiral-bound)
With the most easy to follow directions, this book has helped a total novice become a sought after wheel builder. After building more that 30 sets in the last year, I still open the book and refer to various sections to "tighten" my technique. If you are simply a "bike freak" this makes for great reading. It helps you understand the importance of well built wheels.
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31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Really good wheel building book, February 15, 2003
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There are two well know wheel building books on the market. "The Bicycle Wheel" by Jobst Brandt is one, and the other is this book. While I like the Brandt book, I think this one is my favorite. Brandt's book is full of engineering explanation of how wheels work. I think that is important to know, but I want to know more about wheel building, not just the science behind wheels. Schraner's book concentrates more on actually building wheels and the sport of cycling. Also, the books physical form is easier to lay on a bench and use while actually building a wheel.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Resource: Not a step-by-step, November 3, 2006
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This is a great book to read to understand some of the concepts of wheelbuilding. It answers many of the "why" questions. It is not, however, a step-by-step guide on how to build a wheel. For instance, when attempting to build my first wheel, I wanted to know the best specific method for threading the spokes. This book does not include that and you must go elsewhere to get that information. Overall, a good augmentation to your detailed maintenance manuals.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Authored by true professional, expertly laid out
One of the frustrations many cyclists will have, aside
from the aggravation of lack of exclusive / reserved paths
in major urban areas and cities, excess of cars and... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pork Chop

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
Save your money and get The Bicycle Wheel instead. That book has some substance, this thin thing offers little to those interested enough in the subject matter to consider... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Grant Hubick

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is true to its' title!
I'm a long-distance bicyclist and I have put over 50,000 miles on various bicycle wheels. I decided that I needed to know more about the structure of wheels and perhaps build my... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Colonel John

2.0 out of 5 stars It's Alright
There are some interesting historical and personal anecdotes that make for some decent reading, but like another reviewer mentioned, the actual wheelbuilding part of the book is... Read more
Published 17 months ago by mmthrax

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Reference
I'm not sure what book A. Laframboise was reading but I dont think it was this one. It really is a very good book and is a good companion to the Brandt 'white' book. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mark A. Lucas

2.0 out of 5 stars An interesting look into the past...
I recently received "The Art of Wheelbuilding" as a gift to my small collection of 4 wheelbuilding books. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Stuart B. Giesecke

4.0 out of 5 stars A very nice book
Covers all the basic skills needed to build a good set of wheels. I am happy with the book, but it would have been nice to see some additional hints for beginners.
Published on September 21, 2007 by Olli K

1.0 out of 5 stars Misinformation, unspecific, fluffy and stretched, poor translation
I don't understand someone could stand to read more than five pages of this book without feeling the overwhelming disappointment associated with knowing that he has just wasted... Read more
Published on September 9, 2007 by A. Laframboise

5.0 out of 5 stars Great wheel building book
This book is fantastic. There's a simple step by step formula for lacing up a wheel that is better than anything I've ever read. Really. Read more
Published on November 21, 2006 by Erik H. Voldengen

5.0 out of 5 stars Authored by true professional, expertly laid out
One of the frustrations many cyclists will have, aside
from the aggravation of lack of exclusive / reserved paths
in major urban areas and cities, excess of cars and... Read more
Published on September 26, 2006 by Pork Chop

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