Icons of Cycling

A biking photo book to delight cycle fans and sports photography lovers 200 fascinating colour and black-and-white photos by the best cycling photographers Professional cyclists and passionate fans in spectacular landscapes―with thrilling texts on the roads, races, and the roar of victory Biking inspires millions of people around the world, with an ever-growing fan base. With some 200 colour and black-and-white photographs, Icons of Cycling captures the thrill and fascination of this sport on two wheels. Compiling the work of some of the best cycling photographers, the book breathes the spirit of cycling―as close and emotional as if the viewer were part of the race. Discover extraordinary shots of the peloton winding along alpine serpentines; exhausted athletes at the end of a stage; and unknown heroes from the team behind the team. A microcosm of ambition and passion, pain and glory, this is both a photographic artwork and a contemporary document of a thriving sport. A cherished collector's item for every cycle enthusiast. Contents: 1. The Geometry of Cycling 2. The Tour of Suffering 3. The Unknown Heroes 4. A Passion for Pedals 5. Modernity vs. Tradition 6. Classics and a Modern Classic 7. Change of Location 8. The City of Light 9. Cycling in Style 10. Attention to Detail From the Back Cover A timeless book featuring the beautiful side of cycling and that brings together the elements that make cycling so fascinating: athletes, passionate fans, iconic images.