Cover of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated, September 1983, featuring cyclists in action during the U.S. Pro Championship. Highlights include Eddy Merckx and exclusive articles on cycling's European heritage.
Interior page of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated, September 1983, detailing the contents of the U.S. Pro Championship issue, including featured articles and special insights.
Another interior page of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated, September 1983, showcasing the WMAR TV coverage and profiles related to the U.S. Pro Championship.
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Cover of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated, September 1983, featuring cyclists in action during the U.S. Pro Championship. Highlights include Eddy Merckx and exclusive articles on cycling's European heritage.Interior page of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated, September 1983, detailing the contents of the U.S. Pro Championship issue, including featured articles and special insights.Another interior page of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated, September 1983, showcasing the WMAR TV coverage and profiles related to the U.S. Pro Championship.

Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated September 1983 No. 2 US Pro Championship

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Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated – September 1983 (No. 2) – U.S. Pro Championship Issue – No Label – Good Condition

This September 1983 issue of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated (No. 2) is a special edition highlighting the 1983 U.S. Professional Championship, one of the defining moments in American cycling history. It features extensive coverage of the Baltimore event, the triumphant performance of North American amateurs over seasoned pros, and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the track and television teams that brought the race to national attention. Additional articles celebrate cycling’s European heritage, legendary races, and profiles of iconic figures like Eddy Merckx and Alf Goulet.

The magazine is in good condition with typical wear consistent with age. The cover has no mailing label, making it an ideal collectible copy. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive.
Please review all photos for detailed condition verification.
All magazines are shipped in plastic protective coverings, and combined shipping is available upon request.

Contents

COVER STORIES: 1983 U.S. PRO CHAMPIONSHIP

  1. The Great Baltimore Upset — North American amateurs triumph over seasoned pros.
    By Tim Blumenthal, Velo News
    Photos by Seth Goltzer

  2. Winning Profile: WMAR TV — The local station that took the race national.
    By Jim Gluckson
    Photos by Seth Goltzer

  3. Pros Return to Trexlertown for Track Championship — Pro track titles back after nine years.
    By Jim Gluckson
    Photos by Seth Goltzer

SPECIAL FEATURES

  1. “Bikes Were Big Then” — 92-year-old Alf Goulet remembers cycling’s golden era.
    By Alf Goulet with Dave Chauner

  2. Eddy Merckx: The Greatest Ever — Part two of the Belgian’s incredible career.
    By Léon Michaux
    Photos by Aldo Tonnoir

  3. European Classics: Bordeaux–Paris, Dauphiné, Giro, Tour de Suisse
    By Léon Michaux and Dave Chauner
    Photos by Sprint Internationals

  4. Winning Tour — A ride through history in Belgium.
    By Léon Michaux
    Photos by Thierry Deketelaere

  5. The Bike Shop
    By Maynard Hershon

DEPARTMENTS

  1. From the Grandstand

  2. Breakaways

  3. U.S. Pro News

  4. In the Ready Circle

  5. Scoreboard

Condition Notes: Good condition with moderate age-related wear. Cover has no mailing label. Please refer to photos for full condition details.
Packaging: Each item is shipped in a protective plastic sleeve.
Shipping: Combined shipping available upon request.

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