Cover: Stan Goldberg

Betty #5

Apr 1993 · Archie · 1.25 USD; 1.25 CAD

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In "Downhill Drag or There's No Hope on the Slope," Betty faces a new kind of challenge when Dilton builds her a motorized wheelchair to help her get around Riverdale High—only to find herself zooming out of control through a cheerleader practice. Written by Bob Bolling and brought to life by Doug Crane’s art, with inks by Rudy Lapick, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this 1993 issue captures the charm and chaos of small-town high school life. The cover, by Stan Goldberg, perfectly captures the moment’s kinetic energy.

Contains 7 stories

Downhill Drag or There's No Hope on the Slope

6 pp · Teen

Betty CooperHiram LodgeVeronica Lodge

Betty’s trying to enjoy a smooth run at Mr. Lodge’s new Timberland Ski Resort when a sudden dash from a rabbit sends her careening off course—now she’s hurtling down the mountain with no idea how to stop. The story captures the thrill and panic of a single, wild moment, where every turn could mean the difference between a close call and a full crash.

The Gift

0.67 pp · Teen

Plaster Disaster or A Return to the Cast System

6 pp · Teen

Miss Haggley

In "Plaster Disaster or A Return to the Cast System," Reggie’s attempt to sneak a peek at history answers by scribbling on Betty’s cast takes a sudden turn when Moose storms in, furious about a date Reggie supposedly made with Midge.

Time Will Tell

0.5 pp · Teen

Something to Cheer About

5 pp · Teen

When Dilton builds a motorized wheelchair to help the cast-bound Betty navigate Riverdale High, his invention takes an unexpected turn—she loses control during a hallway rush and crashes right into the cheerleader squad’s practice. It’s a high-speed mishap with a mix of laughs, nerves, and the kind of chaos only Riverdale can deliver.

Bad News and Good News

2 pp · Teen

Plaster Parting or It Was a Castoff But She Kept It!

4 pp · Teen