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Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated – January 1988 (No. 54) featuring Alexi Grewal – Very Good Condition
This vintage Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated issue from January 1988 (No. 54) features Alexi Grewal, Olympic gold medalist and one of America’s most fascinating cycling figures. The issue explores Grewal’s transition from European racing to coaching, along with profiles of Jeannie Longo, John Howard, and Ned Overend. It also includes highlights from the Olympic Velodrome and the U.S. racing circuit.
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor wear on edges consistent with its age. The item pictured in this listing is exactly the same one you will receive. Please review detailed photos for condition reference.
All magazines come with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
DEPARTMENTS
4 – Prologue
6 – From the Grandstand
8 – Breakaways
56 – Scoreboard
58 – What’s in Store
COLUMNS
60 – On the Right Track
Circuits — by Roger Young
62 – The Bike Shop
The Road Warrior — by Maynard Hershon
64 – A Personal Viewpoint
A Taste of the Good Life — by Mark Parman
FEATURES
12 – A Shake and Bake Recipe at the Olympic Velodrome
Neither earthquakes nor the heat of the day could slow these riders at the Olympic Velodrome. — by Gary Newkirk
20 – Just What the Doctor Ordered
Schwinn’s Thomas Prehn discovers a new “cure” for the common cold — in racing form. — by Rich Carlson
24 – Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire
Alexi Grewal and Rebecca Twigg-Whitehead dominate at the Vulcan races, igniting the American scene. — by Lea Brooks
28 – Tangled Up in Blue
Marc Madiot triumphs in the tumultuous Tour of the European Economic Community. — by Paul Merten
34 – The Best by Far
Jeannie Longo proves once again why she is the premier woman cyclist in the world. — by Peter Nye
38 – Alexi Grewal: New Tricks from the Magic Man?
The Olympic champion bids farewell to European racing and sets his sights on coaching and new challenges. — by Rich Carlson
44 – What a Difference a Day Makes
For cycling legend John Howard, competition has evolved into a new personal journey. — by James F. Swasey
52 – The Best of Both World’s
Mountain biking’s Ned Overend captures victory at Mammoth in commanding fashion. — by Charles R. Kelly
A classic and collectible issue showcasing Alexi Grewal’s transition, Jeannie Longo’s dominance, and the growth of American cycling heading into 1988.
Please check pictures for condition purposes. Minor wear on edges as shown.