Michaux Boneshaker
Were the Michaux brothers the first to add pedals to a hobby horse? Beats me, but the addition of pedals was a key change in the development of the bicycle that we know and love. The wood rims with steel bands must have made for a rough ride, as suggested by the spring suspension on the saddle. Having used a sprung Brooks B17, I imagine that this could launch the rider off the bike under the right conditions!
Steve in Peoria