It was nice to meet several of you at the book release and signing with Eddy Merckx and Felice Gimondi at Interbike. It turned out to be a rousing success for VeloNews and the books they shipped in for the show sold out the first day.
I've been asked by several folks on the list when the limited edition version of the book will be offered. The answer is finally, "now". Additionally, I am offering the CR list special pricing on our new Eddy Merckx Limited Edition lithographs.
Cycling's Golden Age This hard bound coffee table book features objects and many never before seen photographs, all from my collection. The focus of this book is post-WWII through 1967 and picks up all the big guns from Coppi to Anquetil.
The ensemble we are offering was created for the person looking for something really special. This hardbound edition, which are the very first books off the press run, will be delivered in a custom linen wrapped, debossed, and gold foil stamped clam-shell case has been signed by authors Shelly and Brett Horton, Owen Mulholland plus Eddy Merckx and Felice Gimondi. (We were truly honored that Eddy wrote the forward to the book). Each book also comes with an inlaid registration card an inlaid original, vintage photograph of a rider of your choice featured in the book. Comes with certificate of authenticity.The deep chocolate linen wrapped cases are currently in production. Delivery is scheduled for November. Discounted price for the CR list ranges from $109.95 to $129.95 depending on the specific rider whose original photograph you select.
Merckx Lithographs These are the nicest lithos we have ever produced. Basically, we spared no expense to create the absolute best possible piece of art. The edition is called "Series 525" to celebrate Eddy 525 career victories. We had Eddy personally sign each individually numbered lithograph in the series at a private signing at Interbike. The first lithograph shows him on a solo break away at the 1967 Paris-Nice, the other is a shot from the 1969 Tour de France. Discounted price for the CR list is $95.00 each.
Combonation Package: The Crown Jewels There is also a special combo offered at $295. In this package, you will get both of the new "Series 525" Eddy Merckx lithographs (with matching numbers) and a Limited "Rider" Edition ensemble with your photo choice of any rider in book. As they say......... that is a good deal.
You can order the books and the lithographs directly from our web site at: http://www.TheHortonCollection.com Click the little unobtrusive "CR" button on the far right of the main menu to be taken to the special pricing page.
All the best, Brett Horton San Francisco, California USA
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