World’s largest selling CityBike

Long before the recent North American interest in CityBikes there was Flying Pigeon.

Black, sturdy, and with rod-connected brakes the Flying Pigeon has been the bicycle of choice – well maybe not much choice – for China.  With over 75,000,000 sold since 1949 they have served as basic transportation and beast of burden for much of the population.

There is nothing high-tech or sporty about these bikes, but frame enthusiasts will appreciate (or not) the double top tube design.  A feature now only found in a few custom made North American bikes.  These bikes may not be fancy, but they do seem durable.

This cheery video shows happy people riding their Flying Pigeon’s in the sun.

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