Whether you’re a Lance-in-training or just someone who gets misty over memories of your first, the bicycle is a captivating thing. A Century of 16 Iconic Bicycle Design collection.
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Short-Bike 3R (Germany, 1996)
This bike deviates from the norm with its bold design featuring a comfortable, ergonomic broad seat and an enviable turning cycle. |
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Umberto Dei Giubileo (Italy, 1996)
This beautifully handmade bike was launched to celebrate Umberto Dei’s centennial anniversary. |
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Smith & Co. Long John (Denmark, 1983)
This bicycle eliminated the need for external equipment to transport heavy cargo by bike. It was the longest two-wheeled cargo bike, with a load capacity of 140 kilograms (308.6 pounds) |
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Carnielli Graziella Leopard Tipo Cross (Italy, 1976)
Known today as a “chopper,” this bike can provide its riders with some serious cycling time despite its light weight |
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Sironval Sportplex (France, 1939)
This recumbent bike for one cyclist was in fashion in the 1930s and continues to be popular with hobby cyclers. |
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MFA “Lambretta” (France, 1960)
Modeling itself after a grown-up-size motor scooter, the Lambretta provided a perfect occasion for the kids to make believe |
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Raleigh Tourist, Ladies (United Kingdom, 1970)
This chrome-plated steel bike looks deceptively light but is robust on the road and
perfect for family outings |
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Messenger Bike (Italy, 1978)
Now considered a staple design among modern cyclers, this 1970s bike is the ultimate fixie |
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Pacific Cycles iF Mode (Taiwan, 2009)
This futuristic-looking bike is an ideal for urban mobility in both its folded and unfolded forms |
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BMW Super-Tech (Germany, 1997)
This aluminum and varnished steel mountain bike borrows some stylistic features from the cars and motorcycles for which its parent company is known |
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SØlling Pedersen (Denmark, 1978)
Danish inventor Mikael Pedersen invented this bike using an eclectic mix of mechanisms, most notably a flexible saddle that is suspended with a plastic-covered steel cord |
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Cinelli Laser (Italy, 1985)
The Laser demonstrates the fine craftsmanship involved in perfecting bicycle aerodynamics. It is artwork that can be ridden |
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Lotus Sport (United Kingdom, 1994)
This bike’s body incorporates an incredibly lightweight carbon-composite frame, resulting in its revolutionary speed |
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Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra (Belgium, 1990)
This bike is a 10-year special-edition model created by race-circuit star Eddy Merckx |
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Schauff Wall Street (Germany, 1993)
The Schauff Wall Street’s unique and dynamic build garnered it the 1992 Rote Punkt design prize |
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Bianchi C-4 Project (Italy, 1988)
This bike’s organic and modern design speaks to a visionary future in cycling |
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