3.6 What are the different types of unicycles?
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This article is from the Unicycling FAQ, by Beirne Konarski with numerous contributions by others.
3.6 What are the different types of unicycles?
Standard
This is your average unicycle. The cranks connect to the axle. It has a
seat above the wheel.
Giraffe
These are the taller chain-driven unicycles. You can buy them from
Semcycle or the Unicycle Factory. The record height is about 100'(31m).
Monocycle
This is a wheel with the seat inside. These are fairly rare.
Ultimate Wheel
This is the standard unicycle without forks or a seat. A plywood disk
usually replace the spokes, which keeps your ankles from getting beat
up. You can buy kits for these from the Unicycle Factory.
Impossible Wheel
Also called the BC wheel. This is a plain wheel with the axle extended
on both sides with posts. You stand on the posts and roll along,
assuming you figure out how to propel yourself.
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