Spines of The Cycling Book Set from Juniper Books, with a connected illustration of a road cyclist in silhouette set against a red to orange stripe gradient and an abstract background with simple mountain icons.

Angled view of five hardcover books from The Cycling Book Set from Juniper Books. The dust jackets form a connected illustration of a road cyclist in silhouette set against a red-to-orange stripe gradient and an abstract background with simple mountain icons. The title 100 Bike Rides of A Lifetime by Roff Smith is prominently displayed on the front cover of the rightmost book in light blue.

Open book view of The Cycling Set from Juniper Books, surrounded by other books in the series. Open book displays print size and photos. The covers feature the book title and author name in light blue set against a white background with light blue stripes.

The cycling set sits on a brown wooden bookshelf between two black bicycle bookends. The skiing set sit on the shelf above between snowy white ceramic pine tree statues.

Unjacketed spines for The Cycling Set. Spines display book title, author’s name, and publisher’s name.

Description

Let’s face it, cyclists love to buy new bikes and gear. This book set might just be the perfect gift for the biker in your life to enjoy at home. They can still shop for all the bikes, jerseys, and gadgets they want and ride until their legs are burning, and your thoughtful gift will always be on the shelves at home.

From our local neighborhood trails to the iconic roads of the Tour de France, cycling has passionate fans around the globe. Featuring five standout titles, this set explores the mental and physical aspects of cycling, all wrapped in a sporty, dynamic cover design.

Roff Smith’s 100 Bike Rides of a Lifetime from National Geographic reveals the ultimate bucket list destinations for cyclists, from the vineyards of New Zealand to the peaks of Patagonia. Interweaving a deeply personal narrative of elite-level cycling and mental health struggles with an evocative history of Western philosophy, The Art of Cycling by James Hibbard explores the limits of rationality and how the visceral, embodied nature of sport ultimately has the potential to redeem us from the painful, locked-in isolation of our own heads. Organized by theme, Peter Flax’s Live to Ride explores what Flax believes are the shared reasons that people ride: Adventure, Speed, Utility, Nature, Competition, and Self-Expression. And in Epic Bike Rides of the World and Ride: Cycle the World, discover awe-inspiring images and compelling descriptions that will make you reach for your handlebars, whether you’re an experienced, ascent-loving road cyclist or are planning your first bike-packing trip.

From publishers DK Travel, Lonely Planet, Mountaineers Books, Pegasus, and Artisan, each hardcover book comes wrapped in a Juniper Books jacket illustrating a cyclist pedaling through a stylized mountain landscape, in a color palette reminiscent of retro racing stripes.

FAQs

Q: Who is the ideal recipient for this Cycling Book Set?
A: This set is a dream gift for every cycling enthusiast, from weekend warriors to road-racing veterans. It’s also perfect for anyone who loves amazing sports photography and stories of endurance and exploration.

Q: Do the books in this set offer practical advice or just inspiration?
A: You get the best of both worlds! Inside, you’ll discover inspiration for bucket-list routes as well as insights into the mindset, art, and culture that define life on two wheels.

Q: What is your return/exchange policy?
A: We accept returns within 30 days after delivery. Please see our Returns Page for full details.

Q: How do I care for my Juniper Books jackets?
A: Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe your dust jackets—each is printed on archival-quality paper with museum-grade ink and designed to last for generations.