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Rochester NH History Podcast: Rochester’s E.H. Corson and the First Bicycle Ride Down Mt. Washington

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Matt Wyatt
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In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, learn about the first person to ride a bicycle down Mount Washington—E. H. Corson of Rochester.

In 1883, Corson fearlessly navigated the mountain’s 7.5-mile-long carriage road, a narrow, winding path just 16 feet wide, featuring 99 curves and a 4,000-foot drop. Riding a Star Bike, known for its towering height and inherent dangers, Corson completed this daring feat with only a simple hand brake—and without the benefit of helmets or modern safety gear.

The Rochester Historical Society and Museum is located on Hanson Street. Visit www.rochesternh.gov/history for hours of operation, upcoming events, and additional information.

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