The Bicycling World, Vol 13, No 6

Articles in this issue

• Volume XII Now Available in Bound Form

  The Bicycling World announces that Volume XII is ready in bound form, and subscribers can also obtain the index to that volume.

  p. 5
• The A.C.U. Constitution and By-Laws

  The newly formed American Cyclists Union has published its proposed constitution and by-laws, which the editors analyze, noting its focus on racing across three membership classes and a new amateur rule.

  p. 14
• Eck's Suggestion on Time Limits in Racing

  Sprinter Eck's proposal that a time limit be imposed on races or no prize be awarded is discussed approvingly as a remedy for the loafing tactics seen at the Lynn track.

  p. 5
• Bassett and Ducker Square Off

  The ongoing rivalry between Racing Board chairman Bassett and L.A.W. president Ducker is described, with each claiming the upper hand following the League's general meeting.

  p. 10
• English Sharp's Tricycle Record

  H.C. Sharp of England took the world quarter-mile tricycle record at Alexandra Park with a time of 41 and a fraction seconds, the one American record the British meet could not better.

  p. 6
• The New York Cycling Club's Absence

  The editors note with surprise that only one member of the prominent New York Cycling Club was visible at the entire Boston League Meet.

  p. 6
• The L.A.W. and the A.C.U. as Co-Workers

  Rather than rivals, the editors argue, the League of American Wheelmen and the new American Cyclists Union should function as complementary organizations serving different aspects of the sport.

  p. 10