The riding of bicycles and other pedal driven human powered vehicles, practised worldwide for transport, recreation and sport. Popularized in Europe and North America in the last decades of the nineteenth century, it remains an effective mode for short to moderate distances and carries a quarter of all trips in the Netherlands.
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Core ConcernEfficient human powered transport over short to moderate distances 1 Origin YearKarl Drais invented the Laufmaschine, also called the draisine or dandy horse, in 1817; it is regarded as the first bicycle and the forerunner of modern cycling. Cycling
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Bicycles, the vehicle of the cycling mode, were in everyday urban use through the 19th and early 20th centuries, before automobiles displaced them and long before micromobility was named as its own category.
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Starley pioneered the safety bicycle design that made mass cycling practical and safe, rather than cycling as an activity, which predates his 1885 machine; recorded associated rather than holds for that reason.
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1. Wikipedia: Cycling
WikipediaCycling as a means of transportation
Cycling is widely regarded as an effective and efficient mode of transportation optimal for short to moderate distances.
In Group: Human-Powered Travel Modes, Lead sentence
Cycling, also known as bicycling or biking, is the activity of riding a bicycle or other types of pedal-driven human-powered vehicles such as balance bikes, unicycles, tricycles, and quadricycles.
View the Source 2. History of the Bicycle (Wikipedia)
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Drais invented his Laufmaschine (German for 'running machine') in 1817, which was called Draisine (English) or draisienne (French) by the press.
Wikipedia: Micromobility
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Micromobility vehicles such as bicycles and scooters, have been in use since the 19th century, but in the early 20th century cars began to dominate in modal share in cities.
Wikipedia: Safety Bicycle
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In that same year, John Kemp Starley (J. K. Starley) came out with the first commercially successful safety bicycle he named the Rover.
Wikipedia: John Kemp Starley
WikipediaPioneered By: John Kemp Starley, IntroductionQuote, Pioneered By: John Kemp Starley, Introduction
is widely considered the inventor of the modern safety bicycle, and also originator of the tradename Rover.
Raleigh Bicycle Company (Wikipedia)
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a British bicycle brand based in Nottingham
James Starley (Wikipedia)
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James Starley (21 April 1830-17 June 1881) was an English inventor and father of the bicycle industry.
Alexander Winton (Wikipedia)
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Alexander Winton (June 20, 1860, June 21, 1932) was a Scottish-American bicycle, automobile, and diesel engine designer and inventor, as well as a businessman and racecar driver.
Hélène Dutrieu (Wikipedia)
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Hélène Dutrieu (10 July 1877-26 June 1961), was a Belgian cycling world champion, stunt cyclist, stunt motorcyclist, automobile racer, stunt driver, pioneer pilot, wartime ambulance driver, and director of a military hospital.
Harry John Lawson (Wikipedia)
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Henry John Lawson, also known as Harry Lawson, (23 February 1852-12 July 1925) was a British bicycle designer, racing cyclist, motor industry pioneer, and fraudster.
Thomas Humber (Wikipedia)
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Thomas Humber (16 October 1841-24 November 1910) was an English engineer and cycle manufacturer who developed and patented a safety bicycle (1884) with a diamond-shaped frame and wheels of similar size.
W. H. J. Grout (Wikipedia)
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William Henry James Grout (1839-1915) was a pioneering inventor and manufacturer of bicycles.
Lotus 108 (Wikipedia)
Exemplified By: Lotus 108, LeadQuote, Exemplified By: Lotus 108, Lead
The Lotus Type 108 (originally known as LotusSport Pursuit Bicycle) is an Olympic individual pursuit bicycle.
Brompton Bicycle, Wikipedia
Has Part: Brompton, Lead
Brompton Bicycle Limited, trading as Brompton, is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles based in Greenford, London.
Exemplified By: Brompton A Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton C Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton G Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton P Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton T Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton Electric C Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton Electric G Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton Electric P Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
Exemplified By: Brompton Electric T Line, Lead, bicycles
is a British manufacturer of folding bicycles
View the SourcePierre Michaux (Wikipedia)
Has Worker: Pierre Michaux, Lead, modeQuote, Has Worker: Pierre Michaux, Lead, mode
the Michaudine velocipede, the forerunner of the modern bicycle
Women's (Bike) History Month: Barbara McCann (League of American Bicyclists)
Has Worker: Barbara McCann, Atlanta bicycle advocacyQuote, Has Worker: Barbara McCann, Atlanta bicycle advocacy
Barbara became active in the local bicycle advocacy scene
John Marston (businessman) (Wikipedia)
Has Worker: John Marston (businessman), Business, bicycles
John Marston began making bicycles in 1877 with the trademark Sunbeam suggested by his wife
Exemplified By: John Marston (businessman), Business, bicycles
John Marston began making bicycles in 1877 with the trademark Sunbeam suggested by his wife
View the SourceThomas B. Jeffery (Wikipedia)
Has Worker: Thomas B. Jeffery, Lead, bicycle makerQuote, Has Worker: Thomas B. Jeffery, Lead, bicycle maker
co-founded the Gormully & Jeffery company which made the Rambler bicycle
Moulton bicycle, Wikipedia
Has Part: Moulton, Lead
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton Stowaway, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton Speedsix, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton Mark III, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton AM, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton AM-ATB, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton APB, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton New Series, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Bridgestone Moulton, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton TSR, Lead, bicycle design
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton Standard, Lead, mode
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton Deluxe, Lead, mode
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton Speed (1962), Lead, mode
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton S Speed, Lead, mode
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton S Stowaway, Lead, mode
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton NS Double Pylon, Lead, mode
Moulton bicycles are noted for unconventional frame design, small wheels, and front and rear suspension.
Exemplified By: Moulton Continental, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton Major, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton Major Deluxe, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton Automatic, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton S Deluxe, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton CONE, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton Safari M3, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton NS Rapide, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
Exemplified By: Moulton Mini, Lead, bicycle maker
Moulton is an English bicycle manufacturer based in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire.
View the SourceBridgestone (Wikipedia)
Exemplified By: Bridgestone Cycle, Bicycles section
It offers bicycles under its own brand and under the Anchor brand.
Has Part: Bridgestone Cycle, Bicycles section
It offers bicycles under its own brand and under the Anchor brand.
View the SourceBridgestone Picnica (Wikipedia)
Exemplified By: Bridgestone Picnica, Second paragraphQuote, Exemplified By: Bridgestone Picnica, Second paragraph
The Picnica is a folding bicycle, and part of the appeal of the belt drive is cleanliness.
NS SAFARI (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton NS Safari, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton NS Safari, Introduction, mode
The Moulton NS Safari is the all-terrain evolution of the New Series platform
XTB (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton XTB, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton XTB, Introduction, mode
The Moulton XTB is the contemporary cross-terrain interpretation of the original AM-ATB
SST (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton SST, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton SST, Introduction, mode
The Moulton SST is a refined evolution of the TSR
Vintage Bicycle Feature: Moulton Bicycles (Mariposa Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton S Safari, Feature, S Safari caption, mode
This Moulton is the top of the line touring model, the S Safari.
Exemplified By: Moulton AM7, Feature, AM series, mode
The range of bicycles consisted of two models. The AM2 had a two speed Sachs Duomatic hub gear and the AM7 a 7 speed derailleur.
View the SourceRare 'AM Jubilee' bicycle (Phillips)
Exemplified By: Moulton AM Jubilee, Lot title, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton AM Jubilee, Lot title, mode
Rare 'AM Jubilee' bicycle
AM SPEED (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton AM Speed, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton AM Speed, Introduction, mode
The Moulton AM SPEED is the fixed-frame racing evolution of the original AM Moulton, developed in response to Race Across America competition.
JUBILEE (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton Jubilee, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton Jubilee, Introduction, mode
Originally launched to celebrate fifty years of the Moulton bicycle, the Moulton Jubilee has become a defining model within the range.
SPEED (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton SPEED, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton SPEED, Introduction, mode
The Moulton SPEED is the lightest and most road-focused model - a fixed-frame, all-stainless spaceframe built without compromise.
NS SPEED (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton NS Speed, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton NS Speed, Introduction, mode
The Moulton NS Speed is the lightest fixed-frame model in the New Series range and one of the pylon designs
NS MARATHON (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton NS Marathon, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton NS Marathon, Introduction, mode
The Moulton NS Marathon is the long-distance interpretation of the New Series platform
AM 22 (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton AM 22, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton AM 22, Introduction, mode
The Moulton AM 22 continues the original 1983 Advanced Engineering concept in its separable form
BOA 2007: Esprit details and demo (Moulton Bicycle Club)
Exemplified By: Moulton AM Esprit, Report, opening, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton AM Esprit, Report, opening, mode
The new Esprit was finally unveiled to the MBC, and there were no major surprises.
FLYTE (Moulton Bicycles)
Exemplified By: Moulton Flyte, Introduction, modeQuote, Exemplified By: Moulton Flyte, Introduction, mode
The Moulton Flyte is the long-awaited realisation of Alex Moulton
Japanese Bicycles in the U.S. Market (Sheldon Brown)
Exemplified By: Bridgestone RB-1, Road Models, RB-1 design
combine frame design taken from classic Italian road bikes of the '70's with excellent Japanese workmanship and functional, reliable parts
Exemplified By: Bridgestone RB-T, Road Models, RB-T
The RB-T was a touring bike introduced in the early '90s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-1, Mountain Bikes MB-1
Early versions of the MB-1 came with drop handlebars and 126 mm dropout spacing!
View the SourceBridgestone Bicycles Catalogue Archive (Sheldon Brown)
Exemplified By: Bridgestone XO-1, The XO series
They were intended as fast, sporty urban street machines, primarily for pavement use, but more rugged than traditional "road" bikes.
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-0, Series description, kind of use
Bridgestone was one of the first companies to jump on the mountain bike bandwagon in the 1980s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-2, Series description, kind of use
Bridgestone was one of the first companies to jump on the mountain bike bandwagon in the 1980s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-3-SUS, Series description, kind of use
Bridgestone was one of the first companies to jump on the mountain bike bandwagon in the 1980s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-5, Series description, kind of use
Bridgestone was one of the first companies to jump on the mountain bike bandwagon in the 1980s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone XO-3, Series description, kind of use
They were intended as fast, sporty urban street machines, primarily for pavement use
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-4, Mountain Bikes section
Bridgestone was one of the first companies to jump on the mountain bike bandwagon in the 1980s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone MB-6, Mountain Bikes section
Bridgestone was one of the first companies to jump on the mountain bike bandwagon in the 1980s
Exemplified By: Bridgestone CB-1, City bikes paragraph, CB series
The CB-series (City Bike) was intended as a bike for the non-enthusiast.
Exemplified By: Bridgestone XO-5, The XO series, intended use
They were intended as fast, sporty urban street machines, primarily for pavement use
View the SourceBridgestone Bicycle Catalogue 1992 (Bridgestone USA)
Exemplified By: Bridgestone BB-1, BB-1 page, PDF page 41, uses
Casual rides Of up to 15 miles
Exemplified By: Bridgestone XO-2, PDF page 39, XO-2 uses
Commuting, touring, fire trails-any distance, flat or hilly
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