Bicycles for dummies
First invented in Germany, 1817, bicycles were originally constructed from wood (wheels and everything), sported no pedals and offered no way to brake. It was essentially a Flinstone car… but a bike. We know, less than ideal. Since this time, they have continued to be re-invented; some pedals here, tyres there and the all-important brakes somewhere along the way. Slowly but surely, bicycles have grown to become the main form of transportation for millions of people around the world.
For most, a bicycle is a tool, a simple way to get from point A to point B. For others, it is a hobby, a fun excuse to get out of the house and put in some kilometres. But for the extreme, it is a lifestyle that involves a lot of shaka’s, trail riding and gruelling race distances. Depending on your preference, you’re going to want to look at a few different types of bicycles.