The Wright Brothers - They Sold Bicycles Before Planes?!
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The Wright Brothers - They Sold Bicycles Before Planes?!
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As cycling surged in popularity in the late 1800s, the Wright brothers capitalized on the trend by repairing bikes and later manufacturing their own line of models. Their mechanical experiments with bicycles directly inspired key innovations in flight—most notably, the control systems used in their aircraft.
Their bicycle workbench became a testbed for aerodynamic theories that would change the world forever. This often-overlooked chapter in their legacy reveals the humble and practical beginnings of two of America’s greatest inventors.
The bicycle shop wasn’t just a source of income—it was a launchpad into the future of transportation. Long before they built wings, the Wright brothers were mastering wheels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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