^, IMAGE EVALUATION TEST TARGET (MT-3) ri.o 1.0 ^1^ 1^ m 1.1 S m 120 u 11.25 iU l^m^ 1.6 FhotograiJiic Sdenoes CarpoiHtion V 23 VraST MAIM STRUT WiiSTfR,N.Y. MSM (716)«73-4S03 v\ CIHM/ICMH Microfiche Series. CiHI\/l/iCIVIH Collection de microfiches. Canadian Instituta for Historical Microraproductiona / institut Canadian da microraproductions historiquc mi Technical and Bibliographic Notaa/Notat tachniquaa at bibliographiquaa Tha Inatituta haa attamptad to obtain tha baat original copy availabia for filming. Faaturaa of thia copy which may ba bibliographicaily uniqua, which may altar any of tha imagaa in tha raproduction, or which may aignificantly changa tha uauai mathod of filming, ara chaclcad balow. 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Tha PQM oftl fllml Orig bagi thai aion othc firat aion or ill Tha ahal TINI whi« Map diffi antii bagi righ raqi mat Thia itam ia filmad at tha raduction ratio chackad balow/ Ca documant aat film* au taux da reduction indlqu* ci'daaaoua. 10X 14X 18X 22X 2IX aox X 3 12X 16X aox MX WL 32X ',,<# m TtM copy filmed htr* hat b««n raproducsd thanks to the ganarotity of: Library of the Public Archivas of Canada L'axamplaira f Ilm4 f ut raproduit grflca h la g4n4rotlti da: La bibliothAqua das Archivas publiquas du Canada Tha imagas appearing hara ara tha bast quality pofssibla conaldaring tha condition and laglbility of tha original copy and in icaaping with tha filming contract spacifieations. Original coplas In printad papar covara ara fllmad beginning with tha front covar and ending on tha last page with a printed or illustrated impres- sion, or the back cover when appropriate. All other original copies are filmed beginning on the first pege with e printed or illustrated imprea- slon, and ending on the last page with a printed or illuatrated impression. The laat recorded frame on each microfiche shell contain the symbol — »• (meaning "CON- TINUED"), or the symbol y (meening "END"), whichever applies. Lea images suhrantea ont AtA raproduites svac la plus grand soin, compta tenu de ia condition at da la nattetA da I'exempiaire film*, et en conformity avac ias conditions du contrat da filmage. Loa axempiaires originaux dont ia couvarture an papier est imprimis sent flimte en commenpant par ie premier plat et en terminant soit par la darnlAre pege qui comporte une empreinta d'Impression ou d'illustratlon, soit par la second plat, salon Ie ces. Tous ies autres axempiaires originaux sent filmfo an commenfant par la pramlAre pege qui comporte une empreinte d'Impression ou d'illustration et en terminant par la dernlAre page qui comporte une telle empreinte. Un des symboles suhrants apparattra sur la darnlAre image de cheque microfiche, seion Ie caa: la symbols — ► signifle "A SUIVRE". Ie symbols ▼ signifle "FIN". Maps, plates, cherts, etc.. mey be filmed at different reduction ratioa. Those too large to be entirely Included in one expoaura are filmed beginning in the upper left hand comer, left to right and top to bottom, aa many frames ea required. The following diagrama illustrate the method: Lea cartes, planches, tableeux. etc.. peuvent Atre fllmto i des taux de rMucticn diff Arents. Lorsque Ie document est trop grand pour Atre reproduit en un seul clichA. 11 est film* A partir de I'engle sup4rleur geuche, de gauche A droite. et de haut en bes. en prenant la nombre d'imagas nteessaire. Les diagrammes suivants lllustrent ie mithode. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 i I THE KINO OF SAFETIES. Prom ThoB. J McLean, M.D., Ooderich, Ont.: <;i)I)Kkich, Ont., i^tli January, 1888. Dear I'.iyne, — I have bci-n using the "'Xlra." in my practice here since '82, and would not now consent to do without it. It has lieeii an immense convenience, always ready for use by day or night, and it has .ilso been a source of health and recreation. With the improvements lately made, 1 Yours sincerely, consider it as useful, safe and comfortable .is any bicycle can be made. From Dr. W. H. Moorhouie, London, Ont.: S « ^'S l.()Ni)ON, Ont., 18th Jan , 1888. ^f "fi \Vm. I'ayne, Esq.: Dear Sir, — The: "flSE machine which I purchased from you in "8 ^ 3 _5 July, 1885,— " 'Xtraordinary," manufac- tured by Singer & Co., Coventry, Kng., — h>is given me entire satisfaction. It is a marvel of mechanical ingenuity and con. structiun, combining strength and dura- bility, with lightness and ease of propul- sion. But the great feature in this m.ichine is its safety and ease of mounting, and for ^m g £Si our Can.-idian roads I consider it the ma ^ chine /a/- exctllence. ^^5 W. H. MOORHOUSE, M. I). gi'fi .,...^ g g KING From Mr. Bobt. Tyion, Oif oode H»U. Toronto, OuiadA : ' I have been for some time intending to write and tell you how my 48-in. " 'Xtraordinary " suited me. I decided on the size and style sifter trying other srfetics (?) bicycles. What I needed was a safe, easy and comfortable road machine. I have got it now. I would not exchange my 48-in. "'Xtra " ■ - any other bicycle or tricycle that 1 know of .\ wheelman who tried it for a few miles has christened it the " Perfect Roadster," and that is ; '.-stimate of it. The special qualities about it are — ease of propulsion under difficulties, such as uphill, head winds or rough roads; case i' iting and dismounting, the saddle being so near the ground ; and good steering The point of not having far to lift yourself when mounting is an important one, and saves much fatigue. 'I'here is more work about the frequent mounting and dismounting of a high bicycle than some wheelmen realize. I am also able to get a very satisfactory speed out of the machine. lf|S| SAFETIES. THOS. J. McLEAN, M. I). From S. M. Lloyd, Esq., Manacer of the Montreal Bank, Ooderich, Ont.: GoDEKicH, Jan. 24, 1888. \Vm I'ayne, Esq.: Dear Sir,— Yours of the 16th to hand, and as regards the " 'Xtra.,'' I may say that I consider it an excellent all-round machine, l-'or night riding and general use on our Canadian roads, I do not suppose its etpial for com- fort and safety can be found, and it hits proved itself as fast as the ordinary wheel on the road. Youis truly, a M. I-I.OYD, .Manager Hank of Montreal, (loderich, Ont. Wm. Paynb, ' London, Ont. Special" Apollo M9 Singbh Safeties. These Safeties are fast driving the ordinary bicycle out of the market Ordinary bicycle* will loon be a thing of the past Thete complete Safeties have been well tested on all kinds of roads, and have proved a great success. (Particulars, see following pages.) SINGER "APOLLO" SAFETY. MINIATURE SAFETY. If^ WTMmm ^s^JH a W«K|^ THE "SPECIAL" SINGER SAFETY. THE "SINGER" SAFETY. AOWBOlTr cuin*. ^DESCRI PTION-^i- "SPECIAL SINGER SAFETY:" Thi* Safety has been designed especially to supply those who require a very light machine. Having submitted it to severe trials during the last three months, we are able to ptrtonally racoMmtnd it most confidently. Every point hac been carefully revised where it appeared to be capable of improvement, and we believe that in the exatt form it is made it is practically /^/y^r/. It is very strong, comfortable and easy running, and may be relied upon for strength- Its details should be noted. Specification. — 30-in. driving wheel speeded 6o-in., 26-in. front wheel, best ^-in. tires, hollow steel forks, steel felloes. Singer Ball Steering, singer direct butt-ended spokes, Singer Ball Pedals, and balls to all running parts. Best combined spring and saddle, &c., &C. Enamelled and bright parts plated. Weight without saddle and pedals, about 35 lbs. PRICE, $115. THE "APOLLO" SAFETY: The "Apollo" we are able to recommend as a thoroughly efficient and complete geared-up safety, which has been well tested on all kinds of roads, and lias proved a great success, several thousands having been made since its introduction at the end of 1886. It is extremely rigid, has ptr/td chain adjustment, adjustable handles and saddle, powerful brake, comfortable footrests, &c. Specification.— 30-in. wheels speeded to S4-in. or 57-in. (51-in. and 6o.in. to order), ^-in. tires, ball bearings to all running parts except pedals, weldless steel tube frame, handle-bar and forks, guard to both wheels and to chain, brake, footrests, lamp-holder, best combined saddle and spring, spanner, coned pedals, &c., &c. Enamelled, and with parts plated. PRICE, SI 00. "SINGER'S SAFETY:" The "Singer" Safety is ol the very highest quality, having a specially strong and rigid arrangement of framework. Since Ic^ introduction at the end of last season it has given the highest satisfaction to all its riders, which are now very numerous. We ttrtngly recommend this cycle as a thoroughly 8tK»g roadster of moderate weight Specifications and Price same as " Apollo." "MINIATURE SAFETY:" Designed to meet the requirements of young riders. Good and strong Safety. Spicificatiom. — t4-iD. wheels, fi-in. tires, adjustable coned bearings throughout, back and front forks best wrought iron, wheel and chain guards, brake, footrests, lamp-holder, good saddle and spring, rubber pedals, spanner and oil-caa Handle-bars and hubs plated, remainder enamelled black. XOBKDCKRro 9SNT9 TBLBPHONB No. 607. SINGER'S "CHALLENGE." SINGER'S "CHALLENGE:" All ball bearings, ball pedals, detachable handle-bar, Oti$ tii-fs. All bright parts plated. PRICE, $90. "BRITISH CHALLENGE" A thoroughly reliable roadster. Without doubt it has no equal. Fluted steel forks, double ball bearings, ball pedals, Jirtct bultendtd spokes, 20-in. back wh(el, front fork rake 3 inches. Otto tires to both wheels, detachable handle bar, with Brooks' patent tension saddle. PRICE, 9IOO. "MINIATURE CHALLENGE" Strong wheel for boys, direct butt-ended spokes, plain, bearings all enamelled black. PRICE. FROM tSO TO •40. "MINIATURE" TRICYCLE: Suitable for riders from nine to fourteen years of age. PRICE. $ao. The " Perfect " Luggage Carrier, complete, with strap. FRICB. $1.00. ■ I> '" : ' I i "APOLLO" BICYCLE. "MINIATURr' TRICYCLE. "S.8." TANDEM. For particulars tee Singer Catalogue enclosed. Price on application. "8.8.8. NOc 2." Price, &C-I on application. 8PBCIAL " 8.8.8. AMERICAN TRICYCLE. For girls from lo to 14 years. PRIGE, $32. THE "CHALLENGE" SPOKE ADJUSTER Will adapt itself to direct spokes of any gauge. PRICE, 7Sc. IMPROVED BRACKET FOR BOTTOM CHAIN- WHEEL AND DETACHABLE CRANK. It will be seen on reference to the illustration that this Bracket hat many advantages over the old type. Instead of having to adjust two bearings (which ought always to be perfectly adjusted rtlativtly l» tath »tker) »nt single adjuttmtnt only is nutisary. This is eflected on the same principle as our well-known "British Challenge" bearing, and cannot possibly get out of order. The side strain is practically nil, as the chain wheel is "dished," and the teeth are almost directly over one row of balls. The distance between the two rows of balls is greater than in the usual form of bracket, without increas- ing the width of tread. This bearing is very firm and yet perfectly free, and it is a great improvement on any other bearing in existence. It ii applied to roost of our tricycles. The detachable crank, shown in the illustration, is used on nearly ail our cycles. A detachable crank is an absolute necessity, especially on roadsters, and this crank, which has been used by us since 1876, has proved itself to be the only good detachable crank. N. B.— All my Bicycle and Tricycle Wheels will be built with direct butt-ended spokes. Tangent spokes and hollow rims only mode to order, but are not recommended. WM. PAYNE, London, Ont, -^VICTORIA* TANDEMDi^ This muhine it made capable of carrying any number— fWiin one to twenty riders, and ii readily convertible to luit any lesser number than the maximum for which it it built There are no idle wheels, every one being driven. Victoria is tht/asleil and sifftsi cycle in the world on the road or track, ntl excepting any other type of machine. ^^^m THE VICTORIA TANDEM. In the tettt of the ten-in-hand Victoria, undertaken by the W»r Office, at Alderthot, some of which were extremely severe, the machine invariably came off with flying colors. At a racing cycle, with four riders, it covered a quarter-mile on the Coventry track in 39 seconds, and the full mile in > min. 43J tec. time. This time hat not bceb approached by any other heavy roadster cycle. SfteieU CeUeUtgnes mailed m application for tk* Vitttria. WKf. PAYNE, TELEPHONE 697 LONDON, ONT. Ex SINGER'S DETACHABLE HANDLE-BAR. /('//// wliiji It// out iSS' ,_iiA( ,ir,- liltii/ (i\,,pl "Miintitiirts' ) Tliis luir is iiudf iil' a siiijjlf tiilio or rod, and Itesides licing tin/il ;ind iifiit. is ahu>/ult/y as >f/ial'/r ,is ii /<,tmiiiiftil/\- fixfJ Ihh . If daiiKigi'd liy aiicidcnl, repairs arc ri'iidcrcd easy and tmicli less costly than in the i .ise of a hxed har. Many other advanlanes are self-evident to cyditts. All our I)cta<:hal)lc Hars are iiiterchaHj^fith/i\ so thai any liar can he exchanged for one of difl'ereni pattern if reipiired. HANDY TOOL BAG. Prirp.'$I no. HANDY TOOL 9AG. Price, $l.BO This centre of lilocks of no hxing. NCER'S "CHALLENGE" PEDAL. (PAIK.NT.) was designed with the object of raising the foot clear of the the i)cdal, without sacrificing its lighl appearance. The nililier are forced through recesses in the pedal, and recpiire The pedal is very elastic, and vibration is thereby absorbed. Price, »H). THE SINGER PEDAL. (WITH Sc.llARr. Rt'DllKk.S. ) 'Manuractured by Siiiqer A Co., Coventry. Price, 9IO, (HKOM VIKW.I (ll\CK ViKW.) 'KING OF THE ROAD" LAMPS. A full line of Accessories always in stock. Any article required, and not on list, description and price will be given on application. Repairing neatly and promptly attended to. WM. PAYNE, London. Ont.