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Members of the Edinburgh University Cycling Club
Unknown, 1884, Photograph
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Members of the Edinburgh University Cycling Club
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Title
Members of the Edinburgh University Cycling Club in George Street on the occasion of the Scottish Cycling Meet, Saturday 14th June 1884
Description
A large group of cyclists on penny-farthings cycle along George Street, Edinburgh. Crowds of pedestrians stop to watch the cyclists pass.
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Unknown
Date
1884
Size
16.5 x 21.5 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
This image shows the Edinburgh University Cycling Club on the eve of a monumental change in bicycle design. The following year J.K. Starnley introduced the Rover Safety Bicycle, a design featuring similar sized rear and front wheels, a diamond shaped frame, and a chain drive linking the cranks and pedals to the rear wheel. This design, essentially the pattern for most modern bicycles, quickly took over from the 'Ordinary' or 'Penny Farthing' bicycles seen in this image. The improved safety and comfort of the new design led to a rapid increase in the popularity of recreational cycling and the proliferation of cycling clubs.
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