Bicycle Race Paris-Brest 1891
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Bicycle Race Paris-Brest 1891
Charles Terront riding on Michelin tyres in the Paris to Brest race of 1891. Ceramic tile picture ftom the Michelin Building in Fulham Road, London Date: 1891
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1891 Bicycle Bike Ceramic Competition Determination Inflated Michelin Michelin Building Movement Pneumatic Rally Rubber Speed Teamwork Tile Tyre Urgency Winner
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This ceramic tile image depicts Charles Terront, a pioneering cyclist, participating in the historic Paris-Brest-Paris bicycle race of 1891. Terront is shown in mid-ride, his intense focus and determination evident as he navigates the uneven and bumpy roads of the time. The innovative Michelin tyres, with their distinctive tread design and inflated air-filled rubber, are a key feature of the scene. These pneumatic tyres, a groundbreaking development in bicycle technology, allowed for increased speed and efficiency, giving riders a significant advantage in the grueling race. The Paris-Brest-Paris race, first held in 1891, was a long-distance endurance event that covered a distance of approximately 1,200 kilometers (746 miles) from Paris to Brest and back. The race was a significant milestone in the history of cycling, as it marked the first time that pneumatic tyres were used in a major competition. The use of these tyres revolutionized the sport, making long-distance racing more accessible and feasible for cyclists. This evocative tile, which is part of the Michelin Building's decorative facade in Fulham Road, London, serves as a testament to the ingenuity and spirit of competition that characterized the late 19th century. The image captures the sense of movement, urgency, and teamwork that were essential components of the race, as well as the sense of history and tradition that continues to surround the Paris-Brest-Paris event to this day.
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