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History of the tricycle
Adam Jones | apr 17 - 2018
A tricycle, often abbreviated to trike, is a human-powered (or gravity-powered) three-wheeled vehicle.
In 1789, two French inventors developed a three-wheeled vehicle, powered by pedals; They called it the tricycle.
The first front steering tricycle was manufactured in 1881 by The Leicester Safety Tricycle Company of Leicester, England, which was brought to the market in 1882 costing £18. They also developed a folding tricycle at the same time.
Easier to cycle with a dress
Tricycles were used by riders who did not feel comfortable on the high wheelers, such as women who wore long, flowing dresses
the Tricycle Association
In the UK, upright tricycles are sometimes referred to as "barrows". Many trike enthusiasts in the UK belong to the Tricycle Association, formed in 1929. They participate in day rides, tours, time trials, and a criterium (massed start racing) series
Uses
In the West, adult-sized tricycles are used primarily for recreation, shopping, and exercise.
Riding a tricycle also helps develop gross motor skills that are needed for almost everything, it seems. Gross motor skills refer to the large muscles groups of the body that enable running, walking, balance, coordination and more. Children develop these skills during early childhood and they improve as children get older.
FROM BLOG
Have a few questions about tricycles, or just need some tips on riding one, perhaps you want to give it a little service, check out our blogs below
Why use a tricycle?
BuyTricycle | apr 17 - 2018
Check out some common reasons for using a tricycle and their many uses.
Riding a tricycle
BuyTricycle | jan 12 - 2018
Many users will assume that riding a tricycle is exactly the same as riding a bike but soon find out otherwise!
Servicing a tricycle
BuyTricycle | feb 09 - 2018
Service, Maintenance and general upkeep tips for your tricycle or bicycle