Today we're going to talk about the history of the bicycle. In the early 19th century, the first two-wheeled vehicle, called the 'draisine', was invented by Karl Drais. It had no pedals; riders pushed their feet against the ground. Later, in the 1860s, pedals were added to the front wheel, creating the 'velocipede'. However, this design was uncomfortable due to its rigid frame and metal wheels. By the 1880s, the 'safety bicycle' with a chain drive and equal-sized wheels became popular, making cycling much safer and more efficient. This design is the basis of modern bicycles.
❓ What made the 'safety bicycle' popular in the 1880s?