Messrs. Mercer & Monod, of 54 William Street, New York, manufacture
their velocipedes after a model of their own, which has its advantages,
and embraces many of the best points of the French machine.
The steering post is inclined backward, which brings the handle within
easy reach of the body, and the whole machine under perfect control;
and gives it a particularly rakish and natty appearance upon the road.
The saddle can be adjusted backward or forward, according to the length
of limb of the rider.
Messrs. Mercer & Monod use the triangular beveled treadle and an
improved brake. The defect of this machine is its weight, which is
about seventy pounds. Some riders, however, prefer a heavier machine
than others, and recommend the Monod velocipede on this account.
A good rider on this machine can obtain a speed of ten or twelve miles
an hour. It varies in price from $110 to $150, according to finish.
These gentlemen have lately manufactured some very complete machines
for country use, with shawl rack, mud dasher, etc.