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The bicycle was introduced in the 19th century in Europe by German Inventor Karl von Drais. He is credited with developing the first bicycle. He introduced it to the people in Paris in 1818. It is supposed to originate from the human-powered vehicle called Draisines. Drais invented a walking machine that would help him get around the royal gardens faster. It was known by many names, including the “velocipede,” “dandy horse,” “hobby-horse,” “draisine” and “running machine. It had no pedals and its frame was a wooden beam. It had two same-size in-line wheels with the front one steerable and mounted in a frame which was straddled. In 1839, Kirkpatrick MacMillan, a Scottish blacksmith, allegedly completed construction of a pedal driven…

Have you ever struggled to find dress shoes that fit your cycling lifestyle? Enter the Allen Edmonds Park Avenue Velo, a unique collaboration with Martone Cycling Co. This shoe merges style and functionality, designed specifically for urban cyclists. With features inspired by old-school cycling footwear and modern innovations, it’s set to redefine your commute. What is the Allen Edmonds Park Avenue Velo? The Allen Edmonds Park Avenue Velo is a reimagined version of the iconic Park Avenue Oxford, crafted specifically for urban cyclists. It combines the elegance of a traditional dress shoe with practical features for cycling. It was developed in collaboration with Martone Cycling Co. and offers both style and functionality, addressing common challenges urban bike commuters face. ALSO…

For years, DUER has been one of my favourite activewear brands. I’ve covered them a tonne and even ranked them in the top 12 urban cycling brands – despite not actually being a “cycling brand” per se. Anyway, I’m delighted to say that DUER wants to give something a little special to the Discerning Cyclist audience, in the form of a 15% exclusive discount. Use code DISCERNING15 at the checkout to claim. Shop at DUER ABOUT DUER Designed for movers, DUER performance offers apparel that’s built with technical design features, and tons of stretch. Embrace the season with warm weather essentials for soaking up the sun and summer fun. DUER Pants and Shorts feature fabric designed for warm weather performance…