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A New System of Free Pedals (engraving)
1598730 A New System of Free Pedals (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A New System of Free Pedals. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 April 1899.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23004960
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bicycle Bicycles Bicyle Bicyles Bike Bike Ride Bikes Biking Bycicle Company Cycling Cyclist Female Cyclist Machine Wolverhampton Beeston Field Sports Teamsport
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A glimpse into the evolution of cycling: A New System of Free Pedals (engraving) captures a pivotal moment in the history of bicycles. This 19th-century engraving, part of a private collection, showcases an innovative system that revolutionized the cycling experience. The image depicts a group of cyclists, both men and women, riding their bikes with ease and grace. The focus is on the pedals - a crucial component for propelling these magnificent machines forward. The new system introduced by this company from Beeston promises enhanced performance and efficiency. Messers Humber from Wolverhampton are credited with this groundbreaking invention that changed the way people rode bicycles. With its introduction, cycling became more accessible to all enthusiasts, regardless of their skill level or physical strength. This print offers us a window into an era when cycling was gaining popularity as both a sport and means of transportation. It highlights not only the technological advancements but also showcases how it brought people together in pursuit of adventure and camaraderie. As we admire this artwork, let us appreciate how far we have come since then while acknowledging those who paved the way for our modern-day love affair with biking. Whether you are an avid cyclist or simply enjoy leisurely rides through picturesque landscapes, let this image serve as a reminder that every pedal stroke connects us to our shared past.
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