The Bicycling World, Vol 1, No 16
Articles in this issue
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A detailed account of the first national gathering of American wheelmen at Newport, Rhode Island on 31 May 1880, covering the preliminary days, the convention of 150 riders from 32 clubs, and the founding of the League of American Wheelmen.
- p. 5
Further episodes of the Connecticut Valley touring narrative, continuing south from Springfield with road conditions and route notes.
- p. 5
An account of a pre-dawn bicycle ride, describing the experience of riding through quiet roads in the early morning hours.
- p. 5
A humorous piece about a group of cyclists who cluster nervously at a tight turn or blind corner, debating how to navigate it safely.
- p. 6
A touring account of riding the fifty-mile route between Boston and Providence, with road descriptions and notes on the best stopping points.
- p. 7
Results of bicycle races held at the City of Boston track and in Erie, Pennsylvania, during June 1880.
- p. 8
A technical discussion of the accuracy of cyclometers — early odometers attached to bicycle wheels — comparing measured distances against known road distances.
- p. 10
An editorial reflecting on the historic significance of the Newport meeting and the founding of the League of American Wheelmen as the national cycling organisation.
- p. 10
A debate about whether the National Archery Association's definition of amateurism is correctly applied, with implications for competitive eligibility.
- p. 13
Correspondence from the Paris correspondent reporting on French cycling news, races, and the cycling culture in France.