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What is Graeme Obree's bike?
Graeme Obree called his bike Old Faithful. It has a narrow bottom bracket to bring his legs closer together, as he thought this is the natural position.
What inspired the change in Graeme Obree's bearings?
Watching a washing machine spin at 1,200rpm led Graeme Obree to take the bearings, which he assumed must be of superior quality, and fit them to his bike.

Question: Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
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