Bicycling is a fun sport and is enjoyed by everyone. Once you get the taste of a cycling routine, there is no going back. There was a time when the cycle was the only commute popularly used by people. As time passes, the commute is shifting to style and comfort. There is a dire need to opt for a healthy lifestyle; people are picking up this trend post-pandemic era.

Now you are into Cycling, the motivational intro, here are some fun facts about Cycling that will wow you at every step. 

Bicycles were called "velocipede"

The cycles without paddles were called velocipedes. When bicycles were invented, many ambiguous designs were part of history. The wooden precursors to bikes emerged at the end of the 18th century. Till 1869, there was no term called 'bicycle.'

The Geared Bike was called "Ariel"

James Starley, in 1871 changed the world of cycles by inventing the first gear cycle and called it Ariel. The technology evolved from three different patents on bicycles.

Bicycling as a sport is 150 years old

James Moore did Cycling and covered 1312 yards in 1868. He participated in the first bicycle race held in Paris at Saint-Cloud Park.  

BMX bikes were inspired by Motorbike racing

Motorbike racing is a sport liked by youngsters. In 1970, kids in Southern California accidentally discovered the sport while they wished to compete with MX motorbikes. The bicycle business started planning strong, adaptable, rough terrain sport bicycle that worked for stunt riding and earth track hustling. These are known as BMX bikes, used for this particular Cycling.

Netherlands Rides on Bicycle

The Netherlands' population is 17 Million and houses 22.5 Million Cycles. Everyone prefers bicycles as a mode of communication. The pollution level is undoubtedly low; the life expectancy ratio is high because of adopting a healthy lifestyle.

Half a billion bikes are in China

We are all familiar with China's population ratio, but we also know how well they like to maintain their lifestyle. Regarding health, fitness, and looks, China takes everything into account. China houses 500 Million + bicycles with a 1.4 Billion population.

About 870,000 Americans now commute via bicycle

Americans are now opting for a healthy lifestyle; the '70s are returning. According to the U.S. Census, 8, 70,000 people commute by bicycle for work. About 17.4 bikes are sold annually in America. 

Did you know?

Every hour 15000 cycles are produced, which accounts for 253 revolutions per minute and 364,000 processes daily. 

If you enjoyed knowing about the cycle, you would enjoy riding one too. Book a bike of your choice with Leader Bicycles and pledge to opt for a healthy style of living.