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Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated – August 1987 (No. 49) – Randy Whicker Cover – Good Condition
This August 1987 issue of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated (No. 49) features Randy Whicker on the cover and captures an exciting era in professional cycling. From Luis “Lucho” Herrera’s historic Tour of Spain victory to Dag-Otto Lauritzen’s Grand Prix of Frankfurt win, this issue showcases the rise of international talent alongside strong American performances in both road and mountain biking. With in-depth coverage of Joop Zoetemelk’s career finale and features on riders like Katrin Tobin and George Theobald, this edition is an engaging piece of late-1980s cycling history.
The item is in good condition, showing normal wear consistent with age.
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Contents
DEPARTMENTS
4 – Prologue
6 – From the Grandstand
8 – Breakaways
FEATURES
12 – They Could Call It “Wheels of Fortune”
The Nabisco Mayor’s Cup series makes its west coast swing.
by Rich Carlson
20 – Colombian Treats
Luis “Lucho” Herrera claims a major tour victory at the Tour of Spain, leaving favorite Sean Kelly behind.
by Rex O’Shea
30 – Lauritzen’s Law
Former policeman Dag-Otto Lauritzen enforces his own rulebook with a smart win at the Grand Prix of Frankfurt.
by Henri Montulet
34 – Joop Zoetemelk: The Long and Winding Road Comes to an End
For the Dutch veteran, early frustrations blossomed into mid-life miracles.
by Patrick Chassé
44 – A Swinging Time at the Löwenbräu Classic
Shapiro cries foul as Kent Bostick rules the day.
by Carolyn Price
50 – The Game Has Changed, but the Style’s the Same
From Idaho’s mountains to the international circuit, Katrin Tobin is going places fast.
by Carolyn Price
60 – Theobald Strikes Again at Diamond Back
Team Marin’s George Theobald dominates the two-day mountain bike race.
by Charles R. Kelly
68 – The Man from Marin Comes Out Smokin’
George Theobald aims to finish his breakout season on top.
by Heidi Castle
76 – The Chicago Team
Despite a disabling accident, framebuilder Eddie Weissler remains unstoppable.
by Julie Dean
COLUMNS
80 – Keeping Fit — Sauna and Cycling
by Edmund R. Burke, Ph.D.
82 – The Bike Shop — “Allez, Pou-Pou.”
by Maynard Hershon
84 – A Personal Viewpoint — A Place in the Sun
by Peter Nye
Condition: Good vintage condition with light wear.
Protection: Includes a plastic sleeve.
Shipping: Combined shipping available upon request.