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Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated – November 1983, No. 4 (Greg LeMond Cover) – Very Good Condition
This November 1983 issue of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated (No. 4) captures Greg LeMond’s historic breakthrough at the 1983 World Cycling Championships and the growing international prominence of American cycling. It offers rich photo coverage, in-depth race analysis, and special features highlighting women’s racing during its defining era.
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Contents
COVER STORIES — 1983 World Cycling Championships
The Road Titles
12 – A Star is Born
Greg LeMond wins the professional road race in convincing style.
— by Dave Chauner
17 – Team Games
The teamwork and strategy behind world-class victories.
— by Dave Chauner
19 – Winning Profile: Greg LeMond
A look at LeMond’s new life as a European superstar.
— by Dave Chauner
22 – Stress Crack in the Grey Machine / Tear in the Stars and Stripes
Two nations succumb to pressure in the Amateur Team Time Trial.
— by John Wilcockson
25 – Raab Restores the Image
East Germany redeems itself in the Amateur Road Race.
— by John Wilcockson
27 – Strongwomen Survive
The demanding course separates the elite in the Women’s Road Race.
— by John Wilcockson
The Track Titles
28 – Six Days to Fourteen Golds
Zurich’s Oerlikon Velodrome hosts fast-paced action.
— by John Wilcockson
32 – Americans in Rainbows
U.S. women extend their dominance on the track.
— by John Wilcockson
33 – Hatton Breaks Through
Gibby Hatton earns bronze in the Keirin.
— by John Wilcockson
36 – Sprinting with Hatton and the Dart
Two Americans electrify the professional sprints.
— by John Wilcockson
(World Championships photography by Aldo Tontory, Graham Watson, Thierry Deketelaere, J. Bonnaire, and Claude Joyeux.)
SPECIAL FEATURES — Women’s Cycling Special
42 – Women’s Racing Comes of Age
American riders emerge as a dominant global force.
— by Owen Mulholland
Photos by Seth Goltzer
50 – Compelled to Race
Jennifer Lambiase’s rapid rise from newcomer to National Team member.
— by Dave Chauner
Photos by Seth Goltzer
58 – Women in Racing History
Evolving attitudes and milestones in women’s competitive cycling.
— by Julie Petersen
66 – Winning Tour III
Cycling through France’s Champagne country—where sport meets savor.
— by Léon Michaux
Photos by Thierry Deketelaere
72 – The Bike Shop
Cycling advice and anecdotes.
— by Maynard Hershon
A pivotal Winning issue celebrating LeMond’s world title and the rise of American and women’s cycling, making it an essential piece for vintage racing collectors.