The Bicycle Wheel 3rd Edition
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More than an instruction manual
I've been building wheels for a while, though infrequently, and have used The Bicycle Wheel along with internet sources to help build wheels.
I still look for a good reference book, and Jobst's book is a very mechanical way of writing. It can be followed, but I've read and followed better instructions. Hire a ghost writer for this section with the next revision of the book if you have to.
I'm still looking for a better book, and while this book does have it's flaws it also gives background into why the author instructs you the way he does.
Like many others, an updated version would be well worth the time invested. I admit to being curious on Jobst's take on trends like prebuilt wheels, low spoke count wheels, wheels with aluminum alloy spokes and other fads in the marketplace.
As a pure instructional piece, it would be only 3 stars. It reads like stereo instructions. With the extra FEA and charts and background it demystifies the art of wheelbuilding, but to get there you have to muddle through it's science. :)
the original and one of the best
This is the classic book on wheel design and construction. There's a reason it's been in print since the early 80's: and that's because it's a thorough book. 2 parts - first explains why wheels are built as they are and the second is how to build one for yourself. The only thing missing is the parts and a wheel building stand. I recommend buying the best Park stand you can afford (review forthcoming).
I've built two sets so far. One for my tourer and another for my road bike. Both have turned out better than I expected for my first time through. Happy wheel building!
Essential for every home bicycle mechanic.
'The Bicycle Wheel' by: Jobst Brandt is a must have for every home bicycle mechanic.
It explains in simple terms the theory of the spoked wheel and how to build, maintain and repair them. It contains many pages of diagrams and graphs for reference and a glossary of terms.
If you are interested in building your first wheel set, this book is a MUST!
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