Bicycling for Ladies The Common Sense of Bicycling; with Hints as to the Art of Wheeling—Advice to Beginners—Dress—Care of the Bicycle—Mechanics—Training—Exercise, etc., etc.

"Bicycling for Ladies" by Maria E. Ward is an informative handbook from the 1800's designed to get women on wheels. The book champions bicycling as a healthy activity and mode of transport, with special consideration for the difficulties faced by women. It offers advice on everything from the right clothing and basic bike repairs to training techniques, with the goal of giving women the confidence to embrace this new and exciting pastime. The book kicks off by presenting cycling as a modern athletic pursuit full of fun and health perks, pointing out how much faster it is than walking and how freeing it feels. Ward believes women should learn to cycle in a practical manner with attention to how the bike works and how their bodies respond, so they ride safely and get healthier. The chapter overviews promise to give women the know-how and abilities they need to become successful cyclists.