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Basket: it is an optional attachment on a bike and is used for carrying things; Bearing: a device that facilitates rotation by reducing friction; Bell: an audible device for warning pedestrians and other cyclists; Belt-drive: alternative to chain-drive; Bicycle brake cable: see Cable; Bottle cage: a holder for a water bottle
1955 Huffy Radio Bicycle. In 1949, Huffman developed the Huffy Convertible, which was a children's bicycle with rear training wheels and foot steps. [2] The invention of the training wheels revolutionized the market for children's bicycles, and this was the first Huffman bicycle under the Huffy brand.
Columbia Manufacturing Inc. also made bicycles for Western Auto. [5] In the 1980s through 1991, Columbia made reproduction-style Columbia and Western Flyer models, similar to many and identical to none of the classic bicycle "styles" of the classic period (1930-1950) with runs of 5000 and 10000.
For low inflation pressures, this distinction is more important, as the ideal gas law applies to absolute pressure, including atmospheric pressure. For example, if a fat-bike tire is inflated to 0.5 bar (50 kPa; 7.3 psi) gauge pressure at room temperature 20 °C (68 °F) and then the temperature is decreased to −10 °C (14 °F) (a 9% decrease ...
Most floor pumps, also commonly called track pumps, have a built-in pressure gauge to indicate tire pressure. Electrically-operated pumps intended to inflate car tires (as available in most service stations) can in principle be used to inflate a bicycle tire if the right type of connection is available. Some such pumps are designed to cut off ...
While the practice enabled the company to increase sales of overall units, profits failed to meet expectations as a result of reduced margins imposed by mass retailers. Additionally, many independent bicycle dealers (IBDs) resented the new competition, and in retaliation some dealers refused to stock or promote Murray bicycles. Murray 3-speed ...
Some bicycles carry more riders: for example, the Conference Bike carries seven, [12] the Busycle carries fifteen, [13] and party bikes can carry up to 17 people. The largest multi-bike had 40 riders. [citation needed] In most of these types the riders ride one behind the other (referred to as tandem seating). Exceptions are "The Companion", or ...
Hybrid bicycles blend characteristics from more specialized road bikes, touring bikes and mountain bikes. [1] The resulting "hybrid" is a general-purpose bike that can tolerate a wide range of riding conditions and applications. Their stability, comfort and ease of use make them popular with novice cyclists, casual riders, commuters, and children.