The Rules: The Way of the Cycling Disciple

The Rules is the Velominati’s legendary manifesto — a sharp, funny and fiercely opinionated guide to living life on two wheels. Celebrated as “the cyclist’s bible,” it lays out the unofficial commandments of cycling culture with equal parts mischief, wisdom and obsession.

Rule #6: Free your mind and your legs will follow. Rule #9: If you ride in bad weather, you’re a badass. Period. Rule #12: The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.

For the Velominati, cycling isn’t just a hobby — it’s a way of life rooted in style, heritage, authenticity and the pursuit of excellence. Whether you’re grinding through a rainy commute or dreaming of becoming the next Bradley Wiggins, Chris Hoy or Victoria Pendleton, The Rules offers a tongue‑in‑cheek framework for doing it right.

Packed with attitude, humour and deep love for the sport, this book captures the rituals, quirks and unwritten codes that bind cyclists together. It’s part satire, part philosophy, part celebration of the beautiful madness of riding a bike — and an essential addition to every rider’s shelf.