A Brief History of Cycling

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  • THE FIRST BICYCLE EVER MADE

    THE FIRST BICYCLE EVER MADE
    In 1817, Karl von Drais, a German baron, developed a two-wheeled, steerable, machine. The 50-pound wooden clunky prototype did not have chains, brakes, or pedals. The rider propelled the frame forward by pushing it off the ground with their feet. https://www.steadcycles.com.au/a-brief-history-of-cycling/

  • Running Machine

    Running Machine
    This bike was invented by Karl von Drais This contraption was propelled by the rider pushing himself along with this feet on the ground. Lacking pedals, a steering mechanism, and brakes, it was difficult and even dangerous to maneuver. https://www.brown.edu/Departments/Joukowsky_Institute/courses/13things/7083.html

  • Three Wheeler

    Three Wheeler
    People think that putting the third wheel on a bike is more stable than just two wheels, nowadays kids use this kind of bike. https://www.brown.edu/Departments/Joukowsky_Institute/courses/13things/7083.html

  • English-built 'boneshaker' bicycle

    English-built 'boneshaker' bicycle
    Pierre Michaux from France had the idea of adding cranks and pedals to the velocipede’s front wheel. The impact of the bike’s metal-rimmed wheels and wooden body on the cobblestoned street produced violent shakes for the user while riding it. This led to this version of the machine that earned the nickname ‘boneshaker’.https://www.steadcycles.com.au/a-brief-history-of-cycling/

  • THE PENNY-FARTHING

    THE PENNY-FARTHING
    The Penny-farthing was created in order to resolve the uncomfortable shake that was produced by the boneshaker. It featured a big front wheel that permitted the rider to achieve greater distance with one tire, a steel frame, ball bearings, spokes, and solid rubber tires. Known as the first high-wheeled bicycle, the improvements introduced by this bicycle led to better speed and a smoother ride.https://www.steadcycles.com.au/a-brief-history-of-cycling/

  • Electric Bike

    Electric Bike
    It was documented in both the United States and France. In France, one of the earliest was a three-wheeled electric contraption, the motor power controlled with a hand-held lever system without any pedals. https://www.radpowerbikes.com/blogs/the-scenic-route/the-history-of-ebikes

  • THE ROVER OR SAFETY BICYCLE

    THE ROVER OR SAFETY BICYCLE
    John Kemp Starley developed the Rover in 1885 and helped cycling rise in popularity as a sport, recreation, and mode of transportation. Starley combined and built on the innovations developed over the years to produce a truly functional machine.
    https://www.steadcycles.com.au/a-brief-history-of-cycling/

  • Betty Bloomers

    Betty Bloomers
    Women were no longer limited to tricycles and could ride comfortably in their long skirts, thanks to the Betty Bloomers. https://www.brown.edu/Departments/Joukowsky_Institute/courses/13things/7083.html

  • Internal Gear Hubs

    Internal Gear Hubs
    Internal gear hubs are good for bicycle touring or commuting, they can also be shifted when pedaling forward, coasting, at a standstill, or backpedaling. https://www.brown.edu/Departments/Joukowsky_Institute/courses/13things/7083.html

  • The Kids Bike

    The Kids Bike
    This is when kids were finally able to ride a bike for themselves, instead of waiting to get one you are grown up.

  • Solar Powered Bike

    Solar Powered Bike
    This bike was designed by Miroslav Miljevic to include a solar-powered battery. Intended for commuters so when they leave their bike outside all day, they won't have to pedal home. https://www.brown.edu/Departments/Joukowsky_Institute/courses/13things/7083.html

  • Boom Motors Corbett 14

    Boom Motors Corbett 14
    The Boom Motors Corbett 14 is powered up by an engine. The Boom Motors Corbett 14 gets Disc brakes in the front and rear, it also has a Tubeless tire and alloy wheels.