The Cycle Age And Trade Review, Vol 22, No 73
Articles in this issue
- p. 2
Report on bicycle auctions becoming the dominant market mechanism as excess inventory from the previous season is liquidated.
- p. 3
Editorial arguing that trade associations should exclude unreliable dealers and repair shops to protect the reputation of the industry.
- p. 3
Report on jobbers frustrated by the increasing use of post-dated checks and payment delays by retail bicycle dealers.
- p. 6
Continuing technical series on brazing methods in bicycle frame manufacture.
- p. 8
Direct editorial advice to retailers on managing their businesses more effectively in competitive conditions.
- p. 1
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.
- p. 16
Technical description of wet sand blasting as a surface preparation technique for bicycle frames before painting or plating.
- p. 20
Racing results and club news from cycling organizations.