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The History of Bicycles

By BilboSwagginz
  • Jan 1, 1490

    First Known Sketch of The Bicycle

    First Known Sketch of The Bicycle
    Some researchers believe Leonardo da Vinci invented the bicycle with sketches found dating back to 1940.

  • The Bike was Patented by Karl Van Drais

    The Bike was Patented by Karl Van Drais
    Karl Van Drais patented the bicycle for the very first time.

  • Attempts at creating 3 or 4 wheelers.

    Between 1820 to 1850 there were numourous attempts at creating 3 or 4 wheelers, but they were all hard to use and heavy.

  • Pierre and Erenest Created A Version of The Bicycle

    Pierre and Erenest Created A Version of The Bicycle
    Pierre and Ernest Michaux created a certain twist for the already known bicycle.

  • The First Popular Bicycle Was Created

    The First Popular Bicycle Was Created
    The first popular bicycle was French and had very big wheels, plus it was counted as a fashion icon.

  • A Man Crossed The Globe With A Bicycle

    A Man Crossed The Globe With A Bicycle
    Fred A. Birchmore, 25, circled the globe by bicycle in 1935. The entire trip, through Europe, Asia, and the United States, covered forty thousand miles. He pedaled about 25,000 miles. The rest was traveled by boat. He wore out seven sets of tires.