The Bicycle Book: The Definitive Visual History by DK (DK Definitive Transport Guides) - Paperback

The Bicycle Book: The Definitive Visual History by DK is a wide-ranging look at cycling, charting the sport’s development across disciplines and decades. This edition is a paperback in the DK Definitive Transport Guides series.

Key details

• Author: DK
• Format: Paperback
• Series: DK Definitive Transport Guides
• Covers cycling history across multiple disciplines
• Includes profiles of cyclists, manufacturers and brands
• Illustrated with images, maps and race histories

Synopsis

Spanning BMX and mountain biking through to track and road racing, this visual history traces how cycling has evolved, from landmark designs to contemporary high-performance machines. Along the way, it brings together classic and cutting-edge bicycles with the technology that has shaped them.

Profiles of notable cyclists sit alongside coverage of iconic manufacturers and brands, supported by close-up imagery, maps, and background on key races and competitions. A considered choice for readers who enjoy cycling history and design, and for enthusiasts building a reference-led collection.