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Get 'bent: follow them, feet first, into the future

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Bike manufacturers' and enthusiasts' efforts to build better products led to the creation of a new and bizarre line of two-wheelers, called recumbents. Inventors say that they created recumbents to address the upright bikes' drawbacks, such as poor ergonomics, safety features and forward visibility.

Author: Langley, Jim
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
Appreciation, Design and construction, Cycling

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Town: hybrid

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Hybrid bicycles are ideal for riders who do not engage in mountain biking aggressively but want a faster and smoother ride around town. They are also perfect for commuting and fitness cycling due to their lightweight wheels. Moreover, their medium-width tires will not easily give way.

Author: Langley, Jim
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
Directory, Buyers Guide

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America's bicycle museum: it's newly opened in Chicago, and here's your exclusive tour

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The Bicycle Museum of America features over 100 antique bicycles as well as modern bicycle equipment, clothing, accessories and videos. There are also temporary exhibits and workshops related to biking. Descriptions of several antique bikes on display are given.

Author: Langley, Jim
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1993
Museums, Art museums

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