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Human-powered transport - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (555 words) |
 | Human-powered transport is transport powered by human muscle. |
| Three human powered vehicles: the Gossamer Albatross II and two bicycles. |
| A human-powered vehicle (HPV) is a vehicle powered solely by human muscle. |
| Cycling - Facts, Information, and Encyclopedia Reference article (521 words) |
| As a sport it is governed internationally by the Union Cycliste Internationale in Switzerland (for upright bicycles) and by the International Human Powered Vehicle Association (for other HPVs). |
| Cycling for transport and touring is promoted on a European level by the European Cyclists' Federation, and regular conferences are held under the auspices of Velo City, whereas global conferences are coordinated by Velo Mondial |
| Most road bikes include clipless pedals in which special shoes attach to special pedals, which allows for the transfer of power to the bike throughout the entire pedaling motion. |
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