The daily morning journal and courier., 1900-01-03
CYCLING NOTES.
To Prevent "Disintegration."

To Prevent "Disntegration.
 A subject of importance which has not yet received the attention it re- quires is brought to the fore by a statement recently made to the effect that ''the smooth surface of the New Jersey stone roads, so much admired by bicycle riders, is rapidly disappearing, owing to the infrequency of rains in summer, the prevalence of sweeping winds and the absence of trees and hedges from the roadside The disintegration of the New Jersey stone roads, especially of those over which constant stream of heavy wag- ons roll into the city markets, must sooner or later raise the question of the expediency of giving a part of the an- nual state appropriation to the repair of the roads on the same plan of divi- sion of cost upon which new roads are built"
 Up to the present time so much atten- ton has been given to efforts to se- cure hard roads. and considerations of how they should be laid, that their maintenance when put down has large ly been lost sight of. Many indeed, have supposed, and some have asserted, that when once laid, it would not be ne- cessary to touch them for years. Such Ideas are radically wrong and, if acted upon lead to disastrous results.
 As a matter of fact, macadam roads require constant attention and care if they are to be kept in good condition, the greatest efficiency secured from them. and economy of maintenance ob- tained, All these things will vary largely with, the character and quality of the roads; some requiring attention much more quickly and far more con- stantly than others. but the principle of maintenance is the same for all.
 Cycle Paths.
 The Connecticut Division l.. A. w. has under consideration a plan to aid in the construction of cycle paths, by establishing a bureau of information pertaining to the subject, in order that intending builders of paths may be furnished with all obtainable data and may have the benefit of others experi- ence, gratis.
 The division intends also to act as a trustee for the funds subscribed for cy- cle paths, when ever such a course is in order to insure the proper disposition of the money.
 The subject of cycle paths is receiv- ing considerable attention of late and while there is some opposition to them on the ground that they hinder the progress of the good roads movement, yet it is becoming evident that they serve a useful purpose and are neceSsa- ry in some cases in addition to the good road.
 Compared with a macadam road their cost is extremely small averaging not much more than a twentieth part of the former Not having heavy loads to yurport and not being cut up hv mar row tires. their construction calls for but little more than a smooth surface and a dry situation
 L. A. w. Notes
 There are wheelmen who extend the helping hand to the l.. A. w. There are others who buy privileges and want full count. The following is from one who sees the need for work and wants to lelp it along.
 ''I do not ride the bike much, but f this modest subscription will be lit .le help to the cause of betterment of he average cussed road of the great, rich, but inconsistent Republic, I give t cheerfully. Wishing you all success, am, etc.