1888 Facile Geared High Wheel Posted on November 29, 2006 by Dave Stromberger and viewed 7666 times Posted in Antique Bicycles Tagged Facile permalink Early use of gearing in a bicycle is evident in this Facile bicycle. Because of the gearing, it was possible to make the front wheel smaller while still allowing the rider to achieve some speed. Entry Submitted by Dave Stromberger Vintage bicycles and parts for sale on eBay! No related bikes.