I want to ride my bicycle.

The 'safety' bicycle first appeared in 1868, and was very important in bringing about improved roads and increasing social mobility.
This is easily my oldest bike though sadly, from a blip point of view,  dates from possibly 1905. It is called Eddy. 
The oak tree behind, coincidentally, was planted in 1905 by local schoolchildren.
Eddy can just about be ridden slowly, but needs notice of stopping.

Many thanks to Laurie54 for hosting the 19th century inventions themed mono monday. 

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