Description
Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated – June 1985 (No. 23) – Steve Bauer Cover – Good Condition
This June 1985 issue of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated (No. 23) features Steve Bauer, Canada’s rising professional cycling star, on the cover. It explores the early-season European classics, profiles Bauer’s journey to the European pro circuit, and examines pivotal topics shaping 1980s cycling—from race tactics and time-trial traditions to framebuilding craftsmanship and the emergence of women’s and mountain bike racing. Richly detailed and international in scope, this issue captures the energy and innovation defining professional cycling during the mid-1980s.
The magazine is in good condition, showing minor wear typical for its age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive.
Please check all photos for detailed condition verification.
All magazines are shipped in plastic protective coverings, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
FEATURES
20 – On the Road Again — An introduction to the first of the European classics.
22 – A Race of Attacks — Textbook tactics by the Kwantum team finally failed in the Het Volk Circuit.
by John Wilcockson
32 – In Search of the Sun — and the Stars — Winter weather preceded a spectacular finale in Paris–Nice.
by John Wilcockson
44 – Maple Leaf Grit — A profile of Canada’s new European-based professional, Steve Bauer.
by Robert Zeller
49 – Not Always the Race of Truth — Time trials remain a major influence in top-level pro racing.
by David Walsh
54 – Alone and Unassisted — British time trialing traditions have changed little in 90 years.
by John Wilcockson
60 – Perfection from Racing — Connecticut framebuilder Richard Sachs exemplifies craftsmanship and precision.
by Tom Anthony
64 – A Series for the Spectator — The Wheat Thins Mayor’s Cup race series brings a new dimension to U.S. cycling promotion.
by Susan Eastman
68 – Cycling Risks — Tour de France doctor Gérard Porte discusses the most common cycling injuries.
by Gilles Goetghebuer
74 – Where Have All the Women’s Sponsors Gone? — Many of America’s best women racers have been left without support in 1985.
by Susan Eastman
77 – The Return of Rory O’Reilly — After a disappointing Olympics, O’Reilly is making a comeback with world record ambitions.
by T.A. Sunderland
80 – A New Women’s Team — A three-tier racing program becomes part of the Winning Club.
by Doug Stewart
84 – 7-Eleven Tires to Mobilize America — The Southland Corporation aims to develop cycling at all levels.
by Susan Eastman
86 – Have Bike, Will Travel — Ned Overend redirects his career toward mountain bike racing after a knee injury ended his running career.
by Charles R. Kelly
90 – Bringing Off-Road Racing to the Public — The Pacific States Series gets underway in June.
by John W. Ross
DEPARTMENTS
4 – Prologue
6 – From the Grandstand
10 – Breakaways
92 – Event Calendar
93 – The Bike Shop
by Maynard Hershon
95 – Scoreboard
96 – A Personal Viewpoint
by R.P. Boye
Condition Notes: Good condition with light surface and edge wear. Please refer to photos for exact details.
Packaging: Ships in a protective plastic sleeve.
Shipping: Combined shipping available upon request.