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July 29, 2007

The Star Bicycle

In the era when alternatives were being tried to the "ordinary" bicycle, many new configurations were tried.  One was that made by the Star Company, of H. B. Smith.  In this design, the small wheel was in front, with the intent of reducing the number of headers that riders suffered. The Star Bicycle was used by Lucius D. Copeland as a frame for his steam engine. 

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July 29, 2007 in Bicycle Technology |

Comments

I´m sorry, but i don't understand the "headers" and the solution proposed by this model. Is there any chance that you can explain it a little bit more? Thanks in advance, have a nice day.

Posted by: | August 02, 2007 at 01:15 PM

Header, as in going head over heels, or head first over the front of the bike, leading with your head.

Posted by: | August 05, 2007 at 10:11 PM

Firstsuper speedway

Wow! That bike is pretty amazing! I wonder how difficult it is to ride on that one

Posted by: Firstsuper speedway | October 03, 2007 at 05:51 AM

dood van

what a great site
thanx for the enlightment

Posted by: dood van | December 15, 2007 at 03:36 PM

Patent insight pro

The site gives good knowledge in the field of patents. Good work guys

Posted by: Patent insight pro | March 28, 2008 at 09:54 PM

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