He never won an Oscar, but this 1960s movie star got a patent for a low-slung bucket seat for race cars
[DOC] [TLE] 1969 Schwinn Catalog - Vintage Schwinn Bikes [PAR] Schwinn's 2-speed has a low gear for climbing hills and riding against the wind, 
... fork-light weight, but strong-aluminum wheels, 27" x 1 1/4" road racing tires, ... 
in this Schwinn COnsumer catalog are from the film set depicting Manhattan in 
..... features a short frame, high rise handlebars and long, bucket shaped saddle.