Practical Uses
Tall bikes are usually used for recreation and entertainment, but can be used for general transportation also. Regular tall-bike commuters note that both their increased visibility and the simple 'wow factor' give them a safety advantage in automobile traffic over 'short bikes.' However, there are issues with mounting and dismounting similar to those presented by penny-farthings.
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