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- Burley B. Ayers of the League of American Wheelmen, circa 1885 - Chicagoan and cyclist, Burley B. Ayers, was a prominent member of the League of American Wheelmen. League members were early advocates of good roads and the rights of cyclists. Ayers encouraged railroads to transport bicycles free of charge or for a minimal fee to promote cycling. He also managed touring events for cyclists throughout the U. S. and Canada.
- circa 1885
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Burley B. Ayers of the League of American Wheelmen, circa 1885
Chicagoan and cyclist, Burley B. Ayers, was a prominent member of the League of American Wheelmen. League members were early advocates of good roads and the rights of cyclists. Ayers encouraged railroads to transport bicycles free of charge or for a minimal fee to promote cycling. He also managed touring events for cyclists throughout the U. S. and Canada.