When the first diamond frame bicycles became popular in the 1890s they were often called "wheels" - the national cycling association was called the "League of American Wheelmen." We have moved from "wheels" to "bikes," but the bicycles have remained remarkably the same over more than 100 years - elegant in their efficiency and simplicity. And many of the issues that we think are new? They were around then too.
Friday, August 13, 2010
The Competition Bicycle
The Competition Bicycle from Vintage Bicycles Press in Seattle - lovely to look through. I should subscribe to their The Bicycle Quarterly as well.
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