Riding and Rowing Machine in One (Apr, 1940)
Riding and Rowing Machine in One
Said to provide the healthy exercise of both rowing and horseback riding, a new machine, shown in use above, has hinged handlebars, foot rests, and seat which move through arcs to simulate the beneficial motions of both sports. A hydraulic piston provides resistance.
Yet another “Popular Science finds a reason to use a picture of a girl in a bathing suit” article. Hee!
Comment by Blurgle — June 20, 2007 @ 8:10 pm
I was more thinking that thing looked like a prehistoric, lever-operated Sybian….no wonder she’s smiling!
Comment by mrchurchill109 — June 21, 2007 @ 9:33 am