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Pass the the chain through the front wheel and then pass the free end through the big "circle" link on the chain's other end ABOVE the mount pegs on t...

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Are Penny-Farthings Legal to Ride on Public Roads (UK)

SHORT ANSWER: "Yes", but only if you observe all the traffic laws you're required to riding a regular "safety" bicycle (those odd things with symmetri...

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2 questions What bike is this? Also is this front wheel too big?

What is the name of the bicycle with the big front wheel?Why was the front wheel on old bikes so big?Why is the front wheel on a penny farthing so big...

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Why the penny-farthing?

The Penny Farthing bicycle obtained its name from the penny and farthing coins of the time. The bike was made entirely of metal instead of wood and th...

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Proper Posture for Preventing Painful Posteriors on Penny-farthings?

Did people actually ride penny farthings?Are penny farthings dangerous?Do penny farthings have brakes?How much was a penny farthing in Victorian times...

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How can I safely go downhill on an antique penny-farthing bike?

Be careful with braking on a penny-farthing, especially going downhill. It's easy to go over the handlebars. Gently apply the brakes to control your s...

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