The 28 bicycle is named after the size of the wheel components.
The name of the 28 bicycle comes from the size ratio of its handlebars. The length of the handlebar is 22.2 mm. There are two curves on the upper and lower sides of the handlebar, showing a figure-eight shape, so it is called "28". This handlebar shape is relatively uncommon on today's bicycles, but in those days, this proportion was considered the most comfortable and ergonomic design.
As a classic, the "28 Bicycle" not only has a good design, but was also very popular when it was first launched, becoming a classic that represents the times. In that era, bicycles were not just a means of transportation, but a way of life. Although modern technology has brought more advanced means of transportation, people are still full of nostalgia and nostalgia for this classic bicycle.
The development history of the 28-year-old bicycle:
The 28-year-old bicycle was built in 1791 by a Frenchman named Sifulak, who built the first "wooden horse wheel" bicycle for transportation. This car has two wooden wheels at the front and rear, with a crossbeam in the middle and a bench on it, like a toy. Since the car does not yet have a transmission chain, the car can only move forward slowly by the rider's feet pushing hard on the ground. Moreover, there is no steering device on the car. It can only go straight without turning. After riding for a while, you will be exhausted and sweating profusely. . New things that just come out are always less than perfect.
Sifulak was not discouraged and continued to think of ways to improve. Unfortunately, he died of illness soon. In 1818, there was a forest ranger named Delais in Germany. He began to make a wooden wheel cart, which looked similar to Sifrak's. However, a direction control handle is added to the front wheel to change the direction of travel. But when riding a bicycle, you still need to use two feet to push the ground step by step to push the bike forward.