Cycling Jersey Collection books - 2 items - Hardback...

Two hardback, 200 page large-format coffee table books dedicated to all aspects of cycling memorabilia collecting, lavishly illustrated and presented with English language text. Stunning volumes, examining both the history and evolution of the cycling jersey, and the professional cyclists style. Illustrated with a total of over 1000 images running over 400 pages, these books showcase a huge wealth of original items, alongside many iconic and previously unpublished archive images. Within their pages you’ll also discover the first hand accounts of the riders who wore these items, the designers who create them, and the collectors who now covet them. These book’s four chapters examine all aspects of these fascinating subjects: The Jerseys; Catalogues of original items worn by the most legendary teams and riders, and in the most iconic races. Displaying 50 different pro teams, 20 races (including the three Grand Tour), and the legacy of 10 riders including; Eddy Merckx, Rik Van Looy, Patrick Sercu, Freddy Maertens, Francesco Moser, Sean Kelly, Franck Vandenbroucke, right up to Wout van Aert! Over 400 items displayed in these first chapters alone! The Creators; In-depth interviews with the design teams at brands; Castelli, De Marchi, Rapha, Sportful & Santini, examining their motives and influences in creating the next generation of iconic kit designs. The Riders; The honest and entertaining recollections of the pro cyclists, discussing their part in the legacy of cycling style. From the pioneering U.S cyclist John Eustice, to the respected domestique turned Directeur Sportif, Brian Holm. Also further examinations of iconic rider and kit associations, including those of Fausto Coppi, Jacques Anquetil, Bernard Hinault, Roger de Vlaeminck, and the unrivalled Eddy Merckx. The Collectors; Interviews and showcases of items from the world’s leading memorabilia collectors, those now dedicating themselves in keeping the legacies alive of these legendary cyclists. The books also feature specially commissioned essays from key writers, including renowned cycling historian William Fotheringham, celebrated former professional David Millar, the menswear commentator Josh Sims and cycling journalist Michael Gamstetter. Both ‘The Cycling Jersey’ and its follow-up publication ‘Pro Cycling Style’ are books created for, and with the participation of, the growing network of devotees who appreciate the culture, craft and heritage of these truly iconic items. These items will be shipped via UPS to worldwide readers for both security and express delivery. Beautiful books, examining all aspects of these stunning items from cyclings rich legacy.

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