Classico Velocipede, Grout in vendita - Velocipede, Grout Biciclette in vendita

William Henry Grout patented the Grout Tension Bicycle in 1870 introducing hollow forks, and adjustable spokes among other innovations. These developments being concurrent with James Starley and his work on the Ariel which is generally acknowledged as the first true Ordinary Bicycle. Thus Grout can arguably claim a share of the credit in the dev..

William Henry Grout patented the Grout Tension Bicycle in 1870 introducing hollow forks, and adjustable spokes among other innovations. These developments being concurrent with James Starley and his work on the Ariel which is generally acknowledged as the first true Ordinary Bicycle. Thus Grout can arguably claim a share of the credit in the dev..

A nice example of an early English Velocipede bicycle also known as a 'Bone Shaker' for obvious reasons. This a good riding machine  having been well cared for by the previous custodian and used for various period events in their ownership.  Good tight spokes and fellows for the wheels and a leather strap operates the rear brake by twisting the ..