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Unicycling is the activity of riding a unicycle. Traditionally, unicycling has been connected with parades or the circus. This is because the unicycle requires a great degree of skill to ride, and many people that could ride them became entertainers. Recent developments in the strength and durablity of bicycle (and consequently unicycle) parts have given rise to many riding styles such as trials unicycling and mountain unicycling. Unicycling has therefore developed from primarily an entertainment activity, to a competitive sport and recreational vehicle.
History
Kirkpatrick Macmillan, a Scottish blacksmith, added cranks and pedals to the front wheel in 1839, and called it the Velocipede. The first mass-produced riding machine, the Michaux Velocipede, was designed in 1863. In 1866, James Stanley invented a unique bicycle called the Penny Farthing with a very large front wheel and a small rear wheel. It is this vehicle that is thought to be the inspiration for the unicycle.
One theory of the advent of the unicycle is based on the popularity of the Penny Farthing during the late nineteenth century. Since its pedal cranks were connected directly to the front axle, the rear wheel would go up in the air and the rider would be moved slightly forward. This likely prompted riders to see how long they could ride with the back wheel in the air and the unicycle was born. Evidence for this theory of development can be found in pictures from the late eighteenth century that show unicycles with large wheels.
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Pics: Unicycling in the Dutch Mountains 2006 http://my.opera.com/mamwal/albums/show.dml/?id=1315751
mamwal (Walter de Valk) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:47:57 -0000
Pics: Unicycling in the Dutch Mountains 2006 http://my.opera.com/mamwal/albums/show.dml/?id=1315751
Check this video out -- 28 months later: EXTREME UNICYCLING http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iru0hBpJWIc
Unigeezer (terry peterson) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:52:57 -0000
Check this video out -- 28 months later: EXTREME UNICYCLING http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iru0hBpJWIc
My unicycling has improved in leaps and bounds! I can't say I could ride yet but I'm making progress!!!!
fatzane (Zane Scheible) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:44:04 -0000
My unicycling has improved in leaps and bounds! I can't say I could ride yet but I'm making progress!!!!
Unicycling in the cold, very nice and calm. :)
unipsyco (Cole Freudenthal) Sat, 12 Dec 2009 19:56:57 -0000
Unicycling in the cold, very nice and calm. :)
RT @teamuni 2.5 weeks to Unicon XV, the International Unicycling Convention held in Wellington, NZ. Program here http://tinyurl.com/ydzc4lt
EinradWM (Einrad WM Unicon15) Sat, 12 Dec 2009 13:17:14 -0000
RT @teamuni 2.5 weeks to Unicon XV, the International Unicycling Convention held in Wellington, NZ. Program here http://tinyurl.com/ydzc4lt
Hmm, lovely sunny day, what to do? Should I practise my unicycling?
alexlebrit (Alex Richards) Sat, 12 Dec 2009 09:34:11 -0000
Hmm, lovely sunny day, what to do? Should I practise my unicycling?
Brauns Online - Sells 20 and 24 standard unicycles as well as 5' giraffes.
Meta Description: [ Brauns Online features mountain bikes, recumbent bicycles, bicycle parts and trailers, bike racks as well as fitness accessories, home exercise equipment, car rack, sports eye wear and more. ]
Infinite Illusions, the Unicycle Store - Makes and markets a variety of specialty unicycles, juggling equipment, yo-yos, tops, and other skill toys. Also, offers videos, books and parts for the enthusiast. Offers online, mail order, fax and phone ordering for domestic and international clients. Based in Tallahassee, Florida.
Meta Description: [ Large selection of professional yo-yos, unicycles and juggling equipment. Hundreds of yoyos in stock. Since 1986. ]
MYS Corporation - The distributer of the Miyata unicycles and mountain unicycles. Products made in Japan with pricing in Japanese Yen. [English / Japanese]
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Norco Performance Bikes - 20 and 24 unicycle
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Rideable Bicycle Replicas - They sell big-wheel unicycles as an offshoot of the Penny-Farthing bicycles that they make.
The UK's Unicycle Source - Unicycle Source web site selling unicycle online to the UK.
Meta Description: [ The UK's unicycle Source. We sell a vast range of unicycles, accessories and spares. Unicycles sold by unicyclists - including world champions. There is a vast amount of information about how to build and ride a unicycle, what is Muni and unicyle hockey and a UK unicycle events calendar. ]
Unicycle Club - Sells unicycles and accessories. Includes tips on how to add a club to your school physical education program.
Meta Description: [ Sales unique programs such as unicycle, circus skills, skateboard, inline skates, and balance items to after school programs, pe instructor, and pe club coaches. instructions Coach help. ]
Unicycle Source - A mail order company in the USA that sells unicycles and other unicycling related merchandise.
Meta Description: [ Unicycle.com has many stores around the globe. This page will help you find the one nearest to you. ]
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