CTC Gazette, Vol 1909, No 3
Articles in this issue
- The editor appeals to procrastinating members to renew their subscriptions promptly, defends the Club's policy of charging for the British Handbook, and quotes Birmingham journalist John Urry's public endorsement of C.T.C. membership from the Birmingham Gazette.
- Publishes the scrutineers' certified count of the membership's postal ballot on ex-Secretary E. R. Shipton's retirement annuity, which returned a clear majority in favour of the higher £78 (over £50) per annum rate.
- A technical assessment of variable-gear mechanisms, comparing different systems and advising on the most suitable choice for touring cyclists.
- A reflective essay on the pleasures and techniques of long-distance cycle touring, covering pacing, route planning, and the right approach to enjoying time on the road.
- An account of a cycling journey along Italian roads from Florence to Rome, describing the landscape, historic towns, and the experience of riding through Tuscany and Lazio.
- A short tour around Bredon Hill on the Worcestershire-Gloucestershire border, describing the orchards, quiet lanes, and views from the summit.
- H. R. Reynolds surveys the best ways for cyclists to get out of London and about the suburbs, recommending which exit roads to take and which to avoid.
- A touring narrative exploring the roads and scenery of Cornwall, covering coastal villages, ancient crosses, and the distinctive character of the far south-west.
- News and technical notes on motor-cycling for CTC members who ride powered machines, covering new models and practical touring advice.
- An antiquarian cycling tour in search of England's most diminutive parish churches, combining road travel with architectural interest.
- The Club's annual financial statement, showing income, expenditure, and the state of the various reserve funds.