The Fautenil Vélociped, first recumbent bicycle, is made in France
- When
- 1893
- Where
- France
- Episodes
- 1
The Fautenil Vélociped is identified as the first genuine recumbent bicycle, constructed in France in 1893. This development occurred in the same year as the first recorded illustration of a recumbent in the magazine Fliegende Blätter. The legacy row's specific date and location are unverified by the supplied evidence.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. Recumbent bicycles place riders in a laid-back reclining position. While earlier designs existed, the Fautenil Vélociped is recognized as the first genuine recumbent. This distinction arose in 1893, coinciding with the first recorded illustration of a recumbent as a separate class in the magazine Fliegende Blätter.
Construction. The Fautenil Vélociped was built in France in 1893. The source text identifies it as the first genuine recumbent, distinguishing it from earlier designs that dated back to the 1860s. No specific builder or construction details are provided in the supplied passages.
Sources
- Recumbent bicycle Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
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