The Cycle Age and Trade Review, Vol 22, No 73

Articles in this issue

• Trade One Hundred Percent Better in Philadelphia

  Upbeat report from Philadelphia showing bicycle sales dramatically improved compared to the previous year.
• Cycle Combine Can Do Good

  Editorial argument that a well-managed bicycle manufacturing combine could benefit the whole trade by stabilizing prices and eliminating wasteful competition.
• Parts Makers Give Options

  Report that component manufacturers supplying parts to the bicycle industry are also being approached for options by the Spalding combine organizers.
• Cleveland Stores Crowded

  Dispatch from Cleveland confirming brisk retail sales, with dealers reporting high foot traffic and strong order books.
• Auctions the Main Feature

  Report on bicycle auctions becoming the dominant market mechanism as excess inventory from the previous season is liquidated.
• Freeze Out Irresponsibles

  Editorial arguing that trade associations should exclude unreliable dealers and repair shops to protect the reputation of the industry.
• Jobbers Complain of Checks

  Report on jobbers frustrated by the increasing use of post-dated checks and payment delays by retail bicycle dealers.
• Brazing by Immersion

  Continuing technical series on brazing methods in bicycle frame manufacture.
• Plain Talk to Dealers

  Direct editorial advice to retailers on managing their businesses more effectively in competitive conditions.
• Blasting with Wet Sand

  Technical description of wet sand blasting as a surface preparation technique for bicycle frames before painting or plating.
• Pastime and Sport

  Racing results and club news from cycling organizations.