Cycle Touring

Franklin Times, Volume XXIX, Issue 21, 23 February 1940, Page 6

Cycle Touring

RECREATIOM IN AMERICA One of Ihe most significant developments in 'recreation in America has been Ihe increase in popularity of cycle louring. Bicycle sales have mounted into astonishingly high figures in the States and cities are setting aside bicycle trails in their parks. It is interesting, therefore, to note a growing interest in cycle touring in New Zealand. The Recreation Officers of the Physical Welfare and Recreation Branch have found a readyresponse to their efforts lo interest girls in this sport. It is very cheap and gives one independence of travel. Our present Speaker. Mr Barnard, lias taken an annual cycle tour for many years past. By forming" clubs of girl cycle tourists. Ihe social side of this sport has been enhanced. Some cities, of course, are better suited than others. Wellington. where this development is being pioneered, is well provided with local cycle trips and some outstanding outings have been held by combined girls' clubs in this area. It is proposed to extend (Ids movement throughout the Dominion.