Treadle propelled bikes have been around since the invention of the bicycle, and they quickly became extinct. I think its an overcomplication of the very efficient and simple bicycle design, but to each his own. It is a cool design, however.
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1980 3Rensho-- 1975 Raleigh Sprite 3spd
1990s Raleigh M20 MTB--2007 Windsor Hour (track)
1988 Ducati 750 F1