Bicycles became popular in the early 1800's. They were invented in Europe. There were 1.4 billion bicycles in use by 1900. People used bicycles around the world and still use them, even today. The first pedal bicycle was made in 1839; it didn't have a name. Bicycles with two equal-sized wheels, like the ones we use today, were developed in the late 19th century. They quickly became popular.

This is an old ad that appeared in The Guardian on June 1st, 1895. This bicycle was pretty expensive at the time, but The Comet, (that I have in another etext) was $100 dollars. The bicycle that is displayed is $85 dollars.

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This picture shows a page from the Holman's Spring and Summer Catalog from 1926. It has a whole lot of prices for bicycle parts and accessories, such as rubber cement, spring seats for bikes, whole bikes, wheels and much more.

The bicycle built for one was built for only one rider. It was faster than all the other bikes made from 1875 to 1900.

This bike was made in 1895. Bikes were a way to get around back then, as well as horses. The bike was black at the time.