The Wheel, Vol 9, No 1

Articles in this issue
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The editor opens the new volume with reflections on the past year's achievements in cycling, expresses optimism about the season ahead, and outlines the paper's editorial intentions for 1886.
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Reports on English rider Howell's new world record for the half-mile at 1 minute 13 and 3/5 seconds, examining the conditions of the attempt and the significance of the achievement.
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Detailed report on the Massachusetts Bicycle Club's 50-mile road race, including the full course description, competitor times, and notes on the road conditions encountered.