Velodrome Collection

Herne Hill Velodrome, cyclists ready to start 1900
Start of the Century Cup, in the velodrome, south London. Date: 1900

The 24 hour Bicycle Race at Herne Hill, 1892
Photograph showing the Cyclists participating in the 24 hour Bicycle race at Herne Hill velodrome, on the 22nd July 1892, shortly before the start. The race was won by F.W

Gypsies Green Sports Ground 28908_006
Gypsies Green Sports Ground velodrome and athletics track, South Shields, South Tyneside, 2016. NZ3766

Velodrome

France, Rhone-Alpes, Rhone (69), Lyon: Saint Vincent district, rue Bottle with shops
LUX4793460 France, Rhone-Alpes, Rhone (69), Lyon: Saint Vincent district, rue Bottle with shops, 1908 - posters: summer desserts fluorine snow and sorbets Pernot biscuits, pure soap

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: gymnastics feast at the velodrome with war representation: young soldiers
LUX4798017 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: gymnastics feast at the velodrome with war representation: young soldiers, 1915; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

United Kingdom, London: motor tricycle and cap owner pose in the middle of a velodrome, 1900 - Dion-Bouton engine
LUX4787554 United Kingdom, London: motor tricycle and cap owner pose in the middle of a velodrome, 1900 - Dion-Bouton engine; (add.info.: United Kingdom)

Woman cyclist (b/w photo)
8672180 Woman cyclist (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman cyclist. Vintage photograph reproduced in Petit Musee de la Curiosite Photographique)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race, 1908
LUX4803198 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race, 1908; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Saint Avertin: the velodrome of Tours flooded, flood of the Cher, 1894
LUX4796930 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Saint Avertin: the velodrome of Tours flooded, flood of the Cher, 1894; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Saint Avertin: the velodrome of Tours flooded, flood of the Cher, 1894
LUX4796975 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Saint Avertin: the velodrome of Tours flooded, flood of the Cher, 1894; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Saint Avertin: the velodrome of Tours flooded, flood of the Cher, 1894
LUX4796965 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Saint Avertin: the velodrome of Tours flooded, flood of the Cher, 1894; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race, 1908
LUX4803208 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race, 1908; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race

Velodrome
Wyatt 9

Mont Saint Michel
Wyatt 9

Isometric Bicycle
Wyatt 9

Just So
Paulo Abrantes

Urban panorama, aerial view, cityscape of Marseille, France. Sunny summer day with bright blue sky. Cityscape of Marseille, France

York Sport velodrome 28898_012
York Sport velodrome and cycle circuit, York, 2016. SE6450

In the race
Joshua Raif

Leader of the pack
Joshua Raif

The cyclists
Joshua Raif

Cycle race at a velodrome, early 1900s

Tandem racing, New Brighton, early 1900s

Cycle race, New Brighton

Cycling four seat bicycle racing velodrome

Four-seater bicycle racing at a velodrome, early 1900s

Poster, Samuel Cody, Velodrome d'Hiver, Paris
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: Extremely rare promotional poster for Cody?s Wild West performing days dated 1895

Poster, Samuel Cody, Velodrome de la Seine, Paris
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: S. F. Cody Wild West Show (c.1893). Known as a showman, sharpshooter, horseman, aviator and aircraft designer

Serious accident in the Velodrome Buffalo in Paris (colour litho)
2779238 Serious accident in the Velodrome Buffalo in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Serious accident in the Velodrome Buffalo in Paris)

View of the Velodrome d Hiver (Vel d Hiv) Paris (b / w photo)
1730093 View of the Velodrome d Hiver (Vel d Hiv) Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer; (add.info.: View of the Velodrome d Hiver (Vel d Hiv) in Paris)

The Cycle Race (oil on canvas)
XIR223495 The Cycle Race (oil on canvas) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); Musee d Art et d Industrie, Roubaix, France

Womens Point Race Laoshan Velodrome Date: 18 August 2008

Mens Point Race Olympic Velodrome Date: 16 August 2008

British Cycling Fans Olympic Velodrome Womens Individual Pursuit Olympic Stadium, Beijing, China 16 August 2008 AOSHAN VELODROME Date: 16 August 2008

Tuaregs exhibited at the Velodrome d Hiver, Paris (colour litho)
2818524 Tuaregs exhibited at the Velodrome d Hiver, Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuaregs exhibited at the Velodrome d Hiver, Paris)

Finish of the Paris Cycling Grand Prix (colour litho)
3097397 Finish of the Paris Cycling Grand Prix (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finish of the Paris Cycling Grand Prix)

Poster advertising the cycles Clement, 1891 (colour litho)
PER191094 Poster advertising the cycles Clement, 1891 (colour litho) by Baylac, Lucien (1851-1914); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dramatic cycling race at the Berlin velodrome, ladies burned by the gasoline of a... (colour litho)
2815247 Dramatic cycling race at the Berlin velodrome, ladies burned by the gasoline of a... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Catford Gold Vase - cycling event 1897
Short-lived between 1895 to 1900, cycling and athletics track at Catford, London. During the first stage of the six hours, some grand riding was shown by J

Clara Grace, accomplished English woman cyclist and record holder, having ridden from London to Coventry in 6 hours, 56 minutes and 49 seconds. Date: 1895

Poster advertising the Palais-Sport in Paris, c. 1895 (colour litho)
485250 Poster advertising the Palais-Sport in Paris, c.1895 (colour litho) by Pal (Jean de Paleologue) (1855-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Great Cycle Race from Paris to Brest and back (b / w photo)
1629036 The Great Cycle Race from Paris to Brest and back (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Cycle Race from Paris to Brest and back)

Enjoying Suchard cocoa at a velodrome (chromolitho)
974387 Enjoying Suchard cocoa at a velodrome (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Enjoying Suchard cocoa at a velodrome)

Poster advertising cycles La Francaise on Michelin
PER190901 Poster advertising cycles La Francaise on Michelin tyres (colour litho) by Privat-Livemont, Henri (1861-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cyclists competing in the 10 mile amateur championship at Herne Hill Velodrome (b / w photo)
3637520 Cyclists competing in the 10 mile amateur championship at Herne Hill Velodrome (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Italian cycling victory in France (colour litho)
2809314 Italian cycling victory in France (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian cycling victory in France)

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"Pedaling through History: The Thrills and Triumphs Racing" Step back in time to the exhilarating 24-hour Bicycle Race at Herne Hill in 1892, where cyclists pushed their limits on the iconic velodrome track. Gypsies Green Sports Ground, captured in the mesmerizing image 28908_006, witnessed countless moments of pure adrenaline as riders zoomed around its velodrome. Transport yourself to the year 1900, where a group of determined cyclists gathered at Herne Hill Velodrome, eagerly awaiting the start signal for an intense race that would test their skills and endurance. Velodromes have always been arenas of excitement and fierce competition. These circular tracks have seen passionate athletes from all walks of life pushing themselves beyond their limits. The heart-pounding energy radiates from every photograph capturing these fearless cyclists as they navigate sharp turns and sprint towards victory at various early 1900s cycle races held at velodromes worldwide. Witnessing tandem racing at New Brighton during this era was nothing short of breathtaking. Cyclists synchronized their movements flawlessly on these specialized bicycles, captivating spectators with their speed and precision. New Brighton's cycle races were renowned for showcasing incredible talent and determination. The velodromes became stages where dreams were chased by those who dared to ride against time itself. Imagine the thrill when four-seater bicycle racing took center stage. A unique spectacle that brought together teamwork, coordination, and sheer power within a single event held exclusively on velodromes during the early 1900s. Samuel Cody's posters transported enthusiasts across borders to Parisian velodromes d'Hiver and de la Seine. These stunning artworks promised unforgettable experiences filled with high-speed action amidst roaring crowds under dazzling lights. From historic races etched into memory to modern-day battles fought on sleek tracks; each turn taken within a velodrome tells a story of passion, determination, and the pursuit of greatness.