Bicycle clubs formed in the late nineteenth century were social organizations, meant to bring together people with interests in the new sport. Historian Evan Friss told the New York Times’ J.

Yes, you read that correctly. In ways both explicit and subtle, the invention and popularization of the humble two-wheeled bicycle in the 19th century helped move the cause of female equality and ...

A 19th century bicycle famous for its giant front wheel is making a comeback. The Penny Farthing was invented by the French but made popular by the Brits. Whoever said it’s as easy as riding a ...

Instead, some late-19th-century doctors warned that — especially for women — using the newfangled contraption could lead to a terrifying medical condition: bicycle face. "the unconscious ...

MANSFIELD — Antique bicycle enthusiast Kevin McNatt is used to sitting high in the saddle, but this summer the 59-year-old history buff became one of a select few to ride a 19th century high ...

Bicycle infrastructure is so 1896. Events like CicLAvia prove the gathering strength of the contemporary bicycle movement, but as a map posted by the Big Map Blog today shows, bike enthusiasm goes ...

Twirl your handlebar mustache and hop on the Concept 1865, a 19th-century bike reimagined with modern plastics and an electric drive. Leslie Katz led a team that explored the intersection of tech ...