What are the rarest prewar ballooner bicycles

[cyclonecoaster.com]

The rarest balloon bicycles as far as I am concerned - are the ones still being ridden today - Ride Vintage - Frank

 

[rollfaster]

The rarest balloon bicycles as far as I am concerned - are the ones still being ridden today - Ride Vintage - Frank

This rings true frank.

 

[biker]

Here is one on the CBN.

That's a neat one, very close but little different than mine. All the bells and whistles too. I wonder what year it was and what model they called it? Also never saw a CBN catalog. Is it still being published?
Wow I think I broke a hundred posts!

 

[vincev]

I go with the Alexander Rocket

 

[cyclingday]

Any of the already mentioned bikes that still have their original factory applied finish.
The numbers drop off dramatically when you start talking original finish.
Some models are down to less than five examples known in original finish.

 

[Joe Buffardi]

Very good point!! Original finish is a big factor.

 

[mrg]

Wish I could find some of the rare ones in OG paint but I'll take what I can get!

 

[catfish]

I go with the Alexander Rocket

Yes !!!

 

[mrg]

unfortunately rarity and desirability doesn't always go together, o well I like my weird bikes!

 

[Obi-Wan Schwinnobi]

Shifter in the tank is pretty cool