Around 1970 my big brother and I went 1/2 on a new Schwinn 24". I think I paid $10 and he paid $30-$35. Then I learned how to ride it and he did not. I messed around on it until my mid 20’s the threw it in the shed where it sat for 30 years. This is what got me started again.
https://unicyclist.com//t/i-never-quit-riding-i-just-took-a-30-year-break/122635/1