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Unicycling is the activity of riding a unicycle. Traditionally, unicycling has been connected with parades or the circus. This is because the unicycle requires a great degree of skill to ride, and many people that could ride them became entertainers. Recent developments in the strength and durablity of bicycle (and consequently unicycle) parts have given rise to many riding styles such as trials unicycling and mountain unicycling. Unicycling has therefore developed from primarily an entertainment activity, to a competitive sport and recreational vehicle.
History
Kirkpatrick Macmillan, a Scottish blacksmith, added cranks and pedals to the front wheel in 1839, and called it the Velocipede. The first mass-produced riding machine, the Michaux Velocipede, was designed in 1863. In 1866, James Stanley invented a unique bicycle called the Penny Farthing with a very large front wheel and a small rear wheel. It is this vehicle that is thought to be the inspiration for the unicycle.
One theory of the advent of the unicycle is based on the popularity of the Penny Farthing during the late nineteenth century. Since its pedal cranks were connected directly to the front axle, the rear wheel would go up in the air and the rider would be moved slightly forward. This likely prompted riders to see how long they could ride with the back wheel in the air and the unicycle was born. Evidence for this theory of development can be found in pictures from the late eighteenth century that show unicycles with large wheels.
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@MdangerRuss I'm there. Drunken tandem unicycling sounds awesome and dangeruss... Time to start practicing my balance.
ShaunoftheSmith (Shaun Smith) Tue, 15 Dec 2009 02:52:07 -0000
@MdangerRuss I'm there. Drunken tandem unicycling sounds awesome and dangeruss... Time to start practicing my balance.
A new level of madness... think unicycling is too easy? I give you the... TANDEM UNICYCLE! http://bit.ly/6uQiSE
VladDolezal (Vlad Dolezal) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:13:05 -0000
A new level of madness... think unicycling is too easy? I give you the... TANDEM UNICYCLE! http://bit.ly/6uQiSE
Pics: Unicycling in the Dutch Mountains 2006 http://my.opera.com/mamwal/albums/show.dml/?id=1315751
mamwal (Walter de Valk) Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:47:57 -0000
Pics: Unicycling in the Dutch Mountains 2006 http://my.opera.com/mamwal/albums/show.dml/?id=1315751
Check this video out -- 28 months later: EXTREME UNICYCLING http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iru0hBpJWIc
Unigeezer (terry peterson) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:52:57 -0000
Check this video out -- 28 months later: EXTREME UNICYCLING http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iru0hBpJWIc
My unicycling has improved in leaps and bounds! I can't say I could ride yet but I'm making progress!!!!
fatzane (Zane Scheible) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:44:04 -0000
My unicycling has improved in leaps and bounds! I can't say I could ride yet but I'm making progress!!!!
Unicycling in the cold, very nice and calm. :)
unipsyco (Cole Freudenthal) Sat, 12 Dec 2009 19:56:57 -0000
Unicycling in the cold, very nice and calm. :)
The Unicycle Page - The original and most comprehensive page on unicycling.
Meta Description: [ The complete resource to unicycling information on the internet. ]
Unicycling.com - Provides a variety of pictures from various unicycling meetings, as well as the pictures from the legendary Things not to do on a Unicycle series.
Meta Description: [ John Foss shows off the world of
unicycling with lots of photos, information, and fun. Home of the
CA Mountain Unicycle Weekend. Roller coaster photos also found here. ]
British Unicycle Conventions - Information for British Unicycle Conventions.
Creative Geckos - Offers rigid and suspension mountain unicycles.
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Dustin Kelm - Three-time national, and international freestyle unicycling champion.
Meta Description: [ enter UniShow world champion unicyclist dustin kelm performs and speaks at youth events, outreaches, retreats, camps, festivals and school assemblies around the world. with extreme unicycling as his tool, dustins one of a kind performance captivates you ]
Gilby's Unicycling Site - The homepage of unicyclist Kevin Gilbertson; contains cool unicycling T-shirts created and sold by Gilby, photographs of different unicycles such as the double wheel unicycle, and unicyclng tips.
Meta Description: [ Gilby's unicycling web site that contains a unicycling skills database with video, a comprehensive unicycling web site links directory, unicycling photographs and much more. ]
Only 1 Wheel - How to ride, tricks, funny, links, games, guest book, chat, and photographs.
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Our Uni Page - Two unicyclists in South Dakota who have gotten hooked on unicycling. Fun activities to do on a unicycle, tricks and pictures.
rec.sport.unicycling FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions on unicycling.
Seth and His Unicycle - Personal page containing photographs and log from California Mountain Unicycling Weekend 1998.
The Unicycle Webring - Unicycle webring links great unicycle websites together.
Meta Description: [ Sites or pages about the unicycle, and unicycling. ]
The Unicycling Site - Unicycle and MUni pictures. Learn the basics of Unicycling plus some advanced skills. Links to other Unicycle sites. Where to buy Unicycles and Juggling Equipment.
Unicycle Community - Forums, news, chat, links, auctions, and free email.
Meta Description: [ Unicyclist.com is the Unicyclist Community. Forums, webmail, chat, news, gallery, videos, and more for unicycle riders. ]
Unicycle Frenzy - Home of Club UFT - Sydney, Australia. How to build a unicycle, learn to ride, mini giraffe, projects, united unicycles, and product test.
Unicycle Maniacs - Pictures, videos, tips, and links.
uniThom - The mad unicyclist of Ann Arbor.
Wobbling Unicyclist - This site offers help and advice for unicyclists looking to learn the basics. Written and maintained by someone who was a beginner once.
Ype Homebuilt Unicycle - Page showing the project, execution and pictures about a homebuilt unicycle.
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