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Women's Cycling History
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Women's Cycling History

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What was the first cycling organization solely for women called and when was it established?

The Lady Cyclists' Association, established in 1892.

Who founded the Lady Cyclists' Association?

Lillias Campbell Davidson.

What did Lillias Campbell Davidson believe cycling would do for women?

Emancipate them from many societal limitations.

Why did members of the Lady Cyclists' Association advocate for more practical clothing?

<p>Their long skirts were impractical and got caught in the bicycle's spokes and pedals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the typical clothing items worn by Victorian women while cycling?

<p>Tight corsets, long skirts, and heavy, layered petticoats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What limitations did Lillias Campbell Davidson believe cycling would emancipate women from?

<p>limitations placed on them by society</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the first cycling organization solely for women?

<p>The Lady Cyclists’ Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the first cycling organization solely for women established?

<p>1892</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who founded the Lady Cyclists' Association?

<p>Lillias Campbell Davidson</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of clothing did Victorian women typically wear while cycling?

<p>tight corsets, long skirts with heavy, layered petticoats</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did members of the Lady Cyclists' Association advocate for more practical clothing?

<p>their long skirts flapped in the wind, rode up over their knees and got caught in the bicycles’ spokes and pedals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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