The most prominent example is from the sitcom (Season 3, Episode 3), where the plot revolves around Ted's unexpected encounter with two women and his quest for a "tricycle." How I Met Your Mother: "Third Wheel"
The title is also used in various independent projects and podcasts, such as:
: An online literature series found on platforms like DeviantArt . Episode 3: Third Wheel
This episode originally aired on October 8, 2007. According to reviewers at Paste Magazine , the story follows Ted as he reunites with Trudy (from the famous "Pineapple Incident") at MacLaren's Pub.
: While Ted is busy, Marshall and Barney are preoccupied with a competitive Wii Tennis tournament, and Robin deals with a disastrous date involving a shaving cream mishap. Other Media The most prominent example is from the sitcom
: Ted finds himself in a competitive situation between Trudy and her sorority sister, Rachel. Barney encourages him to go for a "tricycle" (a three-person encounter), which Ted finds both exciting and incredibly anxiety-inducing.
: The episode ends on a cliffhanger, with Ted entering his bedroom with both women. As noted by johnnynight24 , whether he actually "rode the tricycle" remains a debated mystery in the series lore, though Barney famously claims "He didn't do it." : While Ted is busy, Marshall and Barney
: A production by the Milagro Theatre titled "Episode 3: Third Wheel," written by Louis DeVaughn Nelson.