Influence of Technology
Modern bicycle technology supports the shift towards utility cycling:
- easy-running thick tires or damped springs allow cycling over curbs
- dynamo, brakes and gears improved and increased the riding safety, allowing usage also for elderly
- electric support was further developed in motorized bicycle or electric power-assist system and eases the take up for untrained
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