The Bicycling World, Vol 11, No 15
Articles in this issue
- p. 2
The editorial addresses public confusion about what constitutes a true safety bicycle, arguing that small wheel size alone is insufficient and explaining the importance of rear-axle rider placement.
- p. 2
Wm. Read and Sons lists the Kangaroo Safety bicycle's records from the one-mile sprint to the hundred-mile road race, all described as completely obliterating previous figures.
- p. 3
Latta Brothers detail the specifications of their American Pilot light roadster, including novel weldless steel forks, Andrews steering head, and Harrington cradle spring at one hundred dollars for the fifty-inch.
- p. 14
Overman Wheel Company announces Victor road records including fifty miles in three hours forty-four minutes by W.A. Rhodes and a half-mile in one minute sixteen and a half seconds by Geo. M. Hendee.
- p. 6
The Star bicycle is promoted for its L.A.W. championship wins across multiple distances, with the new model light roadster positioned as suitable for both road and path use.
- p. 22
The Columbia brand claims more than half of all fine bicycles in America, quoting riders who state they prefer, ride, and recommend Columbia above all other machines.
- p. 5
The Coventry Machinists Company advertises its Club Racer as the most rigid bicycle made, holding the American two-mile and five-mile records, with no paid racing men.
- p. 20
Brief listings for repair shops, second-hand dealers, and accessory makers including an Acme tire heater for use with illuminating gas and crescent hose supporters for cyclists.