Penny Farthing High Wheel Bicycle Kids Hoodies

The late 1800’s brought us the high wheel bicycle better known as the penny farthing. Times have changed and so have bicycles.

The late 1800’s brought us the high wheel bicycle better known as the penny farthing. Times have changed and so have bicycles.

The penny-farthing, also called the high wheeler, was first made in the 1870s and had a large wheel in front and were the first machines known as bicycles. This penny-farthing is parked in front of a bicycle shop and its large front wheel mading an interesting shadow against the wall of the store.

Penny Farthing High Wheeler. The Original bicycle.

Penny Farthing Donut Bike

A funny, black and white illustration of a Penny Farthing, or high wheel bicycle. This vintage bike is loaded up with bike packing bags, ready for a cycle tour. The text reads, THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED. The date 1871, is when these bike were invented. A funny design for anyone who love bikes, cycle touring, gravel bike or bikepacking.

High wheel bicycle cartoon illustration

The Penny-farthing is also called the old ordinary. The high wheeler is definitely hard to ride compared to a regular bicycle. Although it can reach good speeds because the larger front wheel. If you are a fan of vintage stuff from the 19th century you will like this.

This vintage-inspired t-shirt design features a charming drawing of a man riding a penny farthing bicycle, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. The detailed sketch showcases the intricate mechanics of the bicycle, with its oversized front wheel and small rear wheel. Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or just love the classic look of vintage designs, this tee is sure to make a stylish addition to your wardrobe.

Penny farthing bike leaning against green wall

How do you get on a penny farthing bicycle? Very carefully!

Pink flamingo riding an old fashioned vintage Victorian pennyfarthing bicycle. Like a circus act only more pink!

penny farthing, bike

This fun image was originally on the cover of “The Modern Bicycle” by Charles Spencer published 1877. Note the spent rabbit, the horse that can’t keep up, and the train in the background – SPEED! Nothing can beat the modern cycler! The book was in horrible shape, torn, dirty and scratched, so it took a lot of work to make this image presentable.

I am a Penny-farthing born in 1870 and I've seen every country in the world.

I am a Penny-farthing born in 1870 and I've seen every country in the world.

A homage to the incredible engineering and creativity that gave birth to this amazing bike - the Penny-farthing. Clean and simple line art with a touch of fantasy.

Donuts and High Wheelers

Illustration of a retro grand bi

Classic vintage penny farthing bicycle

Just a high wheel bike.

C. 1890 advertisement for the Victor Bicycle, a Penny Farthing, sold by the Overman Wheel Company of Boston, Massachusetts. The ad reads " Victor Bicycle. You can ride a cycle! You will eat, you will sleep, you will laugh, you will live, when you ride a wheel! Victor Bicycle and Tricycles are the highest grade known. Overman Wheel Company 182 - 188 Columbus Avenue Boston, Mass. "

Spring Express

Vintage Lime Bike

Penny Vinyl.

One wheel. No gears. No brakes. Just ride!

Antique Bike California

When Bespoke Bicycles opened in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood back in 2009, it was the first of its kind on many fronts. The neighborhood didn’t have a bike shop, let alone one offering custom-built, British-inspired steel frames that were made to spec. In addition to built to order cycles, Bespoke also carried a thoughtful selection of off the rack porteur and randonneur bikes, and cycling accessories. They shop also offered complete service to keep your two wheeled transportation in tip-top shape.

A vintage seamless pattern of early bicycles, ladies and gents, and other things on a marble background. The shirts and stickers are a typography design.

Cheery-o!