Russia - Soviet Union
May 15, 1957 - Russians Test Back-Pedalling Cycle': Designer M. Azatyan of the Tbilissi Institute of Physical Culture is seen here explaining the principles of his new constructed bicycle to Cyclist A. Kolybin (left) and Merited Master of Sport Igor Ippolitov, Azatyab has designed a bicycle with a reverse gear which allows the rider to give his leg a rest by pedalling in reverse while at the same time propelling the machine forward. The device is now being tested throughout the Soviet
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Allows Constructed Cyclist Explaining Merited Pedalling Principles Propelling Russians Tested Throughout
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