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.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Bike Event in Berlin Closes Streets, 150K Riders
English language news story with video about an annual event organized in Berlin that this year had 150,000 riders - all the roads temporarily closed to cars.
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