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The Walking Machine
Karl Drais created this "walking machine" in 1817 as a solution to the lack of horses due to certain problems faced the year before. The front wheel could be steered, it had two wheels, and the whole structure was made of wood (Mozer, 2014). -
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Bicycles
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Velocipede Tandum Bicycle
This is an example of a bicycle from 1886. It is called a velocipede; however, it is also considered a tandem bicycle, since it seats two people (Hillary, 2011). We still use tandem bicycles today, but they look much different! Pay close attention to this timeline, because you will have the opportunity to see how bicycles have changed over time. -
The Right Clothing for Bicycles
Women begin to wear clothing that allows them to ride a bicycle. Gone are the days of gowns! Women wear bloomers or long skirts so they can ride a bike. At this point, bicycles now are made of metal and have a metal chain (Mozer, 2014). -
The Classic
During these years, bicycles had a more streamlined look. They appealed more to children with their automobile characteristics. At this time, these bicycles weighed close to sixty-five pounds (Adams, n.d.) -
Bicycles of Today
Trek is one type of bicycle that is available today. While this is one brand, Trek has 192 available models at this time. This specific bicycle is capable of many things and comes with many add-ons. It is mainly used by World Cup Racers, is made of carbon, and it can reach high speeds. Visible by the picture, the bicycle has come a long way over the years (Trek Bicycle Corporation, 2014).
