When it comes to bicycles with different types of seating positions, everyone is familiar with uprights and recumbents. There is, however, a lesser-known third option “ prone. Designed by California-based architect John Aldridge, the Bird of Prey is ridden by lying front-down but looking up and ahead. Leather pads support their hips, elbows and hands, while their legs stick straight out the back “ as if they were swimming, or flying, or both. This reportedly makes the bike and rider very aerodynamic, while also keeping the center of gravity low, allowing for quick and agile handling.
