Prone bicycle
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Prone bike
A prone bicycle is a bicycle which places the rider in a prone position. The bottom bracket is located at the bicycle's rear, the rider lies either on a pad or in a hard-shell seat. The prone position of the rider's body can reduce aerodynamic drag and therefore increase the efficiency of the vehicle. It could also be more comfortable or ergonomic than other bicycles.
The first prone bicycle was developed and marketed by the American company Darling in 1897, but most prone bicycles are do-it-yourself constructions. There are few series-production models.
In May, 2012, Graeme Obree announced that the bike he is building for his attempt at setting the human-powered vehicle land speed record is a prone bike.[1][2][3]
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References
- ↑ Steve Smith (May 6, 2012). "Flying Scotsman Graeme Obree uses old saucepan to build world record bid bike". Scottish Daily Record. Retrieved 2012-07-23.
- ↑ Tejvan (May 8, 2012). "Graeme Obree’s World Speed Record". Cycling UK. Retrieved 2012-07-23.
- ↑ Reno Rambler (May 7, 2012). "Graeme Obree in Battle Mountain?". Retrieved 2012-07-23.
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