The Bulletin And Good Roads, Vol 27, No 12
Articles in this issue
- Dr. Milton Keim's 28,517-Mile World Record
Dr. Milton Keim claims to have ridden a single Sterling bicycle for 28,517 miles over several years without replacing the frame, establishing what the editor believes to be the greatest mileage ever accumulated on one machine.
- Folding Bicycle Design
A new folding bicycle design is described that collapses to roughly the size of a large umbrella, making it practical for railroad travel and urban storage.
- Hudson River Steamers' Bicycle Policies
Cyclists planning summer tours along the Hudson River are informed that the Mary Powell steamer carries bicycles free while rival lines charge fees, with practical advice on which boats to book.
- Gauntlet Gloves: Members Request Information
Several League members write requesting information about gauntlet cycling gloves suitable for long-distance touring, with the editor inviting correspondents with experience to share their recommendations.
- Streetcar Company Fined $8,000 in Woonsocket Case
A Rhode Island jury awarded a cyclist $8,000 in damages after a Woonsocket streetcar company's tracks caused a serious accident, a decision welcomed by cycling advocates as an important precedent.
- Chain Repair Techniques with Illustrations
Detailed illustrated instructions walk through the correct method for opening, shortening, and rejoining a bicycle chain in the field without specialized tools.