Who was the Rover Safety Bicycle specifically designed to be more accessible for?
Answer
Women and older individuals
Prior to the Rover, mounting and dismounting the Penny-Farthing required a high degree of athleticism and daring, which excluded many potential riders. The Rover Safety Bicycle addressed this by lowering the center of gravity and utilizing equal-sized wheels, making the machine much easier to mount and dismount. This accessibility helped transition cycling from a niche, dangerous sporting pursuit of wealthy young men into a practical, viable form of transport for the masses, including women and older individuals.
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