The Bicycling World, Vol 2, No 18
Articles in this issue
- The editor covers weather prospects for the cycling season, notes that lady contributors will mostly ride tricycles this year, and warns buyers to order machines promptly or wait weeks.
- An editorial compares bicycling with other common forms of physical exercise and argues that the combination of cardiovascular benefit, muscular development, and outdoor air makes cycling superior.
- The story of the first documented bicycle tour in America is told, tracing a pioneer cyclist's multi-day journey by wheel across New England roads in the late 1870s.
- A humorous anecdote describes a cyclist so cautious about street hazards that he walks his bicycle everywhere, illustrating the absurdity of excessive timidity on a machine designed for riding.
- An assessment of roads around Boston grading the major suburban routes by surface quality, grades, and suitability for different types of riders.
- A winter evening meditation imagines the return of warm weather and the open road, sustaining the off-season cyclist through the cold months.
- Practical advice on storing a tricycle over winter and preparing it for spring use covers cleaning, lubrication, and checking the condition of rubber tires.
- A report on the Stanley Bicycle Club's annual show at Holborn Town Hall in London describes the machines exhibited, the novelties attracting attention, and the large and fashionable attendance.
- An advocate argues that the tricycle deserves more respect from serious cyclists, noting its advantages for older riders, ladies, and those who prefer stability over the challenge of balancing.
- Club news from around the country reports on indoor riding sessions, new members enrolled, and plans for the spring season from clubs in New England, New York, and the Midwest.