⏳ Origins and Evolution: Cycling’s beginnings trace back to the early 19th century with the introduction of the “dandy horse” or “laufmaschine.” Throughout the years, cycling has evolved from its rudimentary wooden frame origins to the sleek, high-tech designs we see today.

Cycling as a sport officially began on May 31, 1868, with a 1,200-metre (1,312-yard) race between the fountains and the entrance of Saint-Cloud Park (near Paris). The winner was James Moore, an 18-year-old expatriate Englishman from Paris.

History of cycling Cycling quickly became an activity after bicycles were introduced in the 19th century and remains popular with more than a billion people worldwide used for recreation, transportation and sport.

The first bikes are believed to have emerged from the forests of central Germany in 1816. The first official bike race took place in 1868 in France. In 1885, safety bicycles were manufactured in Coventry, England – a close cousin of today’s bike. Cycling was introduced at the first modern Olympics in 1896.