The Cycle Age and Trade Review, Vol 20, No 10
Articles in this issue
- General Stone of the National Road Parliament proposes that postal savings deposits be invested in county road-building bonds, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of rural investment that would benefit bicycle dealers and riders.
- A prominent New Orleans dealer reports that chainless bicycle manufacturers are struggling to deliver samples on time, with some makers privately admitting the technology is still inferior to chain-driven models.
- An American resident in China argues that the Shantung province could absorb a million or more cheap, durable bicycles if American makers would produce a sturdy model without pneumatic tires for around $25-$30.
- Pope Manufacturing licensees meet at Hartford and agree to cap trade-in allowances for old machines at a maximum of $25 when customers purchase new chainless models.
- Survey of thirty-three thriving British cycle manufacturing firms, showing that despite public alarm, most are profitable and well-capitalized heading into 1898.
- Analysis of what it actually costs to produce low-priced bicycles and whether manufacturers can profitably undercut the $50 price point.
- Discussion of the problems dealers face with bicycle trade-in allowances and installment payment defaults.
- Explains the system by which bicycle factories contract with agents and how disputes over delivery and exclusivity are handled.
- Feature on Boston's park and boulevard system as it relates to cycling paths and recreational riding.