Andrew Ritchie, RIP
Obituary by William Crowell posted on rec.tech.bicycles
Aug 31, 2022, 11:10:13 PM
I just learned that Andrew Ritchie, devoted cyclist, cycling historian, musician, carpenter, contractor and author of Berkeley, California, passed away about a year ago:
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1237898-cycling-historian-andrew-ritchie.html I didn't see any mention of his passing in this forum, so thought I'd mention it.
Andrew wrote two important books about cycling: the first biography of Major Taylor and "King of the Road", a history of bike racing from 1868 - 1903. I understand that he earned a Ph.D. or the equivalent in cycling-related studies.
I met Andrew at a meeting of the Grizzly Peak Cyclists back in 1978, told him I was planning to go touring in France and asked him for his advice. He invited me over to his house and very kindly suggested where I should ride, what provisions to take and where to stay.
I think he will be greatly missed.
