The Bicycling World, Vol 2, No 3
Articles in this issue
- p. 1
The editor's column addresses the end of the outdoor cycling season, encouraging club members to continue indoor riding through winter and plan routes for the spring.
- p. 2
A poem celebrates the solitary pleasures of cycling by moonlight, describing the quiet country roads, sounds of the night, and the feeling of freedom after dark.
- p. 3
An editorial advocates for establishing bicycle clubs at American colleges and universities, arguing that cycling promotes healthful exercise and would suit the undergraduate lifestyle.
- p. 3
A discussion of appropriate cycling attire for both men and women examines current fashions critically, arguing for practicality over elegance and warning against overly restrictive clothing.
- p. 4
A reference listing of the towns and roads mentioned in the Bicycling World's touring articles during the volume, intended as a planning resource for readers organizing their own excursions.
- p. 5
A correspondent describes the roads and scenery of Long Island as a touring destination, praising the flat terrain for beginners but noting that surface quality varies widely by route.
- p. 6
A touring account of cycling through the Bluegrass region of Kentucky praises the macadam turnpikes connecting the market towns and describes encounters with local horse culture.
- p. 7
A local excursion around Lynn, Massachusetts is described, with attention to the coastal scenery, the quality of the roads, and the distance from Boston by several routes.
- p. 7
A round-up of club news from across New England and beyond, covering the election of new officers, planning for the winter season, and recent run results.
- p. 9
Notes on developments in bicycle manufacturing cover new frame materials, improvements to ball bearings, and upcoming models expected from leading American makers.