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Latest style of American velocipede 1869
America were in the middle of bicycle craze, different types of cycles were introduced, this design showing two large wheels revolving around a common axis with a crank motion for both hands and feet. The rider sits astride of a saddle-bar in the centre of an hexagonal frame from which uprights rise, connected at the top by an adjustable neckyoke, the yoke can be elevated or depressed to suit the rider. Date: 1869
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This photograph showcases the latest style of American velocipede, a two-wheeled invention that ignited the bicycle craze in the United States during the 1860s. The velocipede, also known as the "high wheeler" or "ordinary," was a significant departure from earlier designs, featuring two large wheels revolving around a common axis. The rider operates both the hands and feet in a crank motion, with the feet pushing against a treadle attached to the rear wheel. The rider sits astride a saddle-bar in the center of an hexagonal frame. Uprights rise from the frame, connected at the top by an adjustable neckyoke. This innovative design allowed the yoke to be elevated or depressed to suit the rider's height, ensuring a comfortable and efficient riding experience. The man in the photograph, with his full facial hair and muttonchops, embodies the spirit of the era. The velocipede's popularity soared during the late 1860s, as it offered a newfound freedom and mobility to the masses. This photograph captures a friendly and approachable image of the velocipede, inviting us to imagine the thrill of riding one of these remarkable machines. The year is 1869, a time when transportation was undergoing a significant transformation. The velocipede, with its large wheels and innovative design, represented the future of personal mobility. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the era, a time when the bicycle craze was in full swing.
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