Bicycle, 'Xtraordinary Challenge'

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This bicycle was made by Singer around 1879. It was built in an effort to make high bicycles safer by moving the riders back.

The bicycle is driven by a crank mechanism and both wheels are fitted with radial spokes and solid bearings. The model name is 'Xtraordinary Challenge'.

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• Online ID: 000-180-001-120-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  T.1921.71
• Date: Around 1879
  C. 1879
  
• Material: Bicycle, crank driven
  
• Dimensions: 52.00" D (front wheel); 22.00" D (back wheel)
  
• What: Bicycle, crank driven
  
• Subject: 15. ROAD TRANSPORT, Muscle power (Departmental Classification)
  
• Who: Singer (Maker)
  
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• Description: High bicycle driven by a crank mechanism, both wheels fitted with radial spokes and solid bearings, 'Xtraordinary Challenge' by Singer, c. 1879
  
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