{"product_id":"the-noblest-invention-an-illustrated-history-of-the-bicycle","title":"The Noblest Invention: An Illustrated History of the Bicycle","description":"Why We Ride  From the time we first wobble away from Mom or Dad on two wheels  were hooked. The mobility  the freedom that the bicycle brings is our first taste of independence. For many  that feeling persists  and bicycling becomes a lifelong love. It represents the promise of the open road  the enthralling sense of speed  the quiet places  the challenging trails-- all in the pleasant company of family  chums  or just yourself. And then theres that moment of terrified  bittersweet pride when your own child rides on once you have let go.  The Noblest Invention celebrates this unique interaction between humans and machine. The editors of Bicycling magazine have created a unique history of the bicycle that illustrates  through personal essays and breathtaking photography  why this simple machine has captured the imagination of people of all ages around the world. Chronicling the evolution of the bicycle from the primitive wooden Laufmaschine to the high-tech mountain bike with its specialized frame and suspension  this book takes a fascinating look at the innovations  the early creators and their wares  and how the bike has had an impact on culture as a tool in the workplace and as an inspiration for artists and writers alike.  From the timeless allure of the greatest annual sporting event  the Tour de France  celebrating its 100th anniversary this year  to the mystery of the bicycles true inventor (did da Vinci really have a hand in it?)  take a trip with this remarkable feat of engineering. Remember  relive  and most important  enjoy the ride.","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44855878549557,"sku":"ByrdShop_1579546692","price":27.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/ByrdShop_1579546692.jpg?v=1765969607","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-noblest-invention-an-illustrated-history-of-the-bicycle","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}