About Harry Reynolds
Lived 1874 – 1940 (aged 65). Harry Reynolds was an Irish sport cyclist.
Harry Reynolds (born Balbriggan, Ireland, 14 December 1874, died 16 July 1940), known as the Balbriggan Flyer, was the first Irishman to win the world championship in cycling. He accomplished this at the 1896 ICA Track Cycling World Championships in Copenhagen.
In 2005 Harry Reynolds Road in his hometown of Balbriggan was named after him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Reynolds?
Irish racing cyclist (1874–1940)
When was Harry Reynolds born?
Harry Reynolds was born on 14 December 1874 in Balbriggan.
When did Harry Reynolds die?
Harry Reynolds died on 16 July 1940 in Balbriggan.
What was Harry Reynolds's occupation?
Harry Reynolds was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Harry Reynolds?
Harry Reynolds was Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Reynolds (cyclist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Reynolds. https://biography.guide/harry-reynolds-sport-cyclist/
MLA: "Harry Reynolds." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/harry-reynolds-sport-cyclist/.
Chicago: "Harry Reynolds." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/harry-reynolds-sport-cyclist/.
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