Tolstoy's Bicycle

TOLSTOY'S BICYCLE

The phrase "Tolstoy's bicycle" comes from the story of the famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy learning to ride a bicycle at the age of 67. In 1895, the Moscow Society of Velocipede Lovers gifted Tolstoy a bicycle, and he reportedly took to it with great enthusiasm and pride.

The phrase is used metaphorically, especially in Turkish, to mean "it is never too late to learn." Tolstoy's example proves that cycling is accessible to people of all ages.

This story continues to inspire cyclists and non-cyclists alike, serving as a reminder that a new passion and skill can be discovered at any stage of life.