One more thing for cyclists to be afraid of
When bikes first became popular the main danger associated with cycling had nothing to do with being hit by a car. In the late 19th century doctors warned that - especially for women - using the newfangled contraption could lead to a medical condition known as bicycle face. "Over-exertion, the upright position on the wheel, and the unconscious effort to maintain one's balance tend to produce a wearied and exhausted 'bicycle face', noted the Literary Digest in 1895. It went on to describe the condition: 'Usually flushed, but sometimes pale, often with lips more or less drawn, and the beginning of dark shadows under the eyes, and always with an expression of weariness.'" (Source: Presurfer.com)
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