The Custom Road Bike

An excellent account of custom road bikes. Discusses each component in turn with stunning photographs.For wheels for example you get the pros and cons of different readymade or handbuilt approaches,numbers of spokes, types of rims, weight etc.For gear changers as an example he discusses the history of 3 recent types of Shimano changers, starting from SIS.Well written, readable and interesting.Does not try to describe how to dismantle or adjust components andnor does it attempt to tell you how to maintain or repair road bikes.For maintenance I recommend the book by Leonard Zinn....Zinn & the Art of Road Bike Maintenance: The World's Bestselling Bicycle Repair and Maintenance Guide [Paperback]Lennard Zinn (Author)

I didn't read it but I know it met with good reviews by the receiver

Sets out the options and differences between different component choices very clearly. Interesting write-ups on leading framebuilders and component designers.

Fantastic book,great condition ,quick delivery and great value for money.😃

I actually spotted it as window dressing accessory for a newly opened clothes shop in downtown Gothenburg - ½ a dozen strewn here and there throughout the shop - I flipped through it and thought it would make a good Christmas present for my cycling enthusiast eldest son - might even buy one for myself later!