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Bike One
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Bike One
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Bike One

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.082137.1
Object Type Bicycle
Gifter
Manufacturer (Founded 1958)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2013
Medium metal (aluminum), rubber, plastic, leather
Physical DescriptionBlack Oxford bicycle custom made for President Barack Obama. It has mechanical disc brakes, an internally geared rear hub, grip-shift style shifter, and uses a belt instead of a chain. The bike also has a leather Brooks saddle, plastic and rubber pedals, a mount for a Blackberry phone, an LED light and a dynamo on the front hub that powers the light and a Blackberry charger.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library. Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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