The bicycle was a truly exciting machine when it was first invented over a century ago; it was improved with every passing. A bike has many advantages- it is the most energy efficient form of transport on earth, it is healthy, non-polluting, economical and safe, but it's most unique, outstanding and enjoyable quality is that a bike is totally personal.

The experience is unlike anything that you encounter while you are bicycling. Swooping around corners, the wind rushing against your face and through your hair, the smells of grass, of morning bakeries and evening dew is sensational. Moving your legs steadily and evenly, you create and experience both rhythm and pace. When you bite hard into the pedals the power and speed you create are totally yours. The ideal of classic Greek culture was the most perfect harmony of mind and body, so a human...