The Wheel World, Vol 5, No 28
Articles in this issue
- p. 3
An editorial advocating the formation of a Volunteer Cyclist Corps, arguing that tricycles could be valuable for military transport and that armed cyclist units would benefit both the sport and national defence.
- p. 6
An essay by 'Faed' rebutting a provincial pamphlet attacking bicycle racing, arguing that racing has driven mechanical improvements, is healthy when properly trained for, and does not attract gamblers and roughs as claimed.
- p. 11
A profile and caricature of Arthur A. B. Woodin, founder and captain of the Rovers Bicycle Club, celebrated for his poetical and musical talents as well as his steady touring ability.
- p. 12
Monthly cycling gossip covering the amateur championships, notable road records, the Cyclist Volunteer Corps developments, and a variety of club and racing news.
- p. 19
News from the Irish cycling scene including race results in Dublin, Cork, Belfast, and Kerry, and commentary on the rapid growth of racing enthusiasm in Ireland.
- p. 21
A comic verse by Joey Sawtell celebrating the pleasures of a summer tricycle tour with a lady companion through the English countryside.
- p. 22
A letter from a Dunedin cycling correspondent describing a disappointing season of poor weather for club runs, long rides to Clutha, and recent results from the Christchurch sports.
- p. 24
Detailed tabulated results of amateur bicycle and tricycle races from June and July 1882 at tracks throughout Britain, Ireland, and the United States.