Did you know? Bell’s Fast Facts Friday

As the weather heats up and the school season comes to a close, we’re thinking that many of you are all wishing you were laying on a beach in Hawaii, perhaps even catching some waves (us too). While we can’t help make this reality, we can share some fast facts with you as you cruise into the weekend instead.

1.       The first American bicycle was designed in 1816 and made with wooden tires. (Bicycle Museum of America)

2.       Some of the biggest names in motorsports, cycling and action sports have worn or today wear Bell helmets, including BMX hero and MTV celebrity, Dave Mira. (Bell Sports)

3.       Longboarding, a variety of skateboarding, is the act of riding on or performing tricks with a longboard. (Freebase)

4.       Of all active skateboarders in the United States, more than half live in the state of California. (EzineArticles)

5.       Skateboarding was first referred to as sidewalk surfing, and was thought of to be the coolest mode of travel in the 1950′s. (Hot Sports Links)

So, if you won’t be able to make it to Hawaii this summer, why not strap on your helmet, hop on a longboard and surf some cement? Hang loose sidewalk surfers!