July 1906

Articles in this issue

• Editorial: Vandalism and Its Cure (opens in a new tab)

  The editor responds to reports of widespread damage to crops, gardens, and wildlife by day-trippers over the Whitsun holiday, arguing that cycling club membership should confer preferential access to rural estates and that better civic education is the only lasting remedy.
• Variable Gears (opens in a new tab)

  An enthusiastic advocacy for multi-speed gearing, particularly recommending the Sturmey-Archer three-speed hub to older or less physically strong riders who might otherwise abandon cycling as too strenuous.
• Petty Meanness (opens in a new tab)

  A rebuke to members who attempt to extend their personal hotel and accommodation discounts to non-member companions, reminding readers that CTC membership benefits are strictly personal and that family members can join at low cost.
• Appreciatory Criticism (opens in a new tab)

  An account of the Isle of Man's Ramsey Advertising Committee's promotion of the island as a cycling destination, noting that the CTC Gazette has long championed the island through illustrated touring articles.
• Association of Cycle Campers (opens in a new tab)

  News from the CTC's camping section, with reports on recent camp meetings and announcements of forthcoming events for members who combine cycle touring with lightweight camping.
• The Open Road in Italy (opens in a new tab)

  A touring narrative describing cycling through the Italian countryside, with observations on road quality, scenery, local customs, and the reception given to British cyclists.
• Motor Cycle Notes (opens in a new tab)

  Updates on motor-cycling matters relevant to CTC members, including notes on the Club's efforts to secure equal treatment for motor-cyclists under Continental touring arrangements.
• Cycle Camping (opens in a new tab)

  Notes and advice on cycle camping, including practical tips on equipment, tent selection, and suitable camp sites for touring cyclists.
• Correspondence (opens in a new tab)

  Letters from members on a wide range of topics including road conditions, motor-car dangers, the proposed constitutional changes, and personal touring experiences.
• Official Notices (opens in a new tab)

  Club administrative announcements covering the forthcoming Council meeting, membership matters, and submission deadlines for the August Gazette.
• District Associations (opens in a new tab)

  Reports from regional CTC branches on their activities, meetings, and local road matters, including accounts from the Derbyshire district and others.