Weird Facts About Bicycles
Wooden bicycles used to be all the rage back in the day, with early models mostly made from timber. They were mass-produced and widely used until a spike in accidents caused them to fall out of favor pretty quickly. Eventually, the cops stepped in and said, "No more."
In a jaw-dropping display of creativity, the world got to see the longest bike ever built in 2015. It stretched a mind-boggling 135 feet and 10.7 inches, a joint effort by Santos and the University of South Australia. This monster bike made it into the Guinness World Records by cruising at least 100 meters without touching the ground.
Cycling throws a curveball at science with an interesting fact: bikes can keep their balance even without a rider, as long as they're going at least 8 miles per hour. It's a cool reminder of the amazing stability of these two-wheeled wonders.
According to a 2014 study, cyclists are seen as a pretty cool bunch, with traits like charisma, intelligence, and generosity. It's a neat little finding that makes hopping on a bike seem even more appealing.
Artist Damien Hirst took cycling to a whole new level with the creation of the world's priciest bike, the Trek Madone, AKA the Butterfly Bike. It sold for a jaw-dropping $500,000 at auction, showing off the fancy side of cycling in a big way.
Breaking all kinds of records, the biggest rideable bike out there has wheels that are a whopping 10 feet and 9.92 inches in diameter. Made by Didi Senft from Germany, this colossal creation is all about pushing the limits and showing off some serious engineering skills.
Cycling is the ultimate way to get around efficiently, clocking in at three times the speed of walking for the same amount of energy. It's a game-changer, offering unbeatable convenience and speed for anyone who loves to explore on two wheels.
