Quality Bikes - Schwinn 3-Speeds

[SirMike1983]

A little talk about Schwinn offering quality lightweight bikes at all price levels in their line-up from 1938-1952, with a particular look at a couple of 1940s-era bikes.

https://bikeshedva.blogspot.com/2017/06/quality-american-made-three-speeds.html

"When you're buying a bicycle, buy the "best" bike you can afford. Don't go cheap and come away thinking you've got a "better deal" just because you spent less money. Buy the most bike you can afford, whether it's a new bike or a vintage bike."

"Today, we've become accustomed to junk bikes sold in big box stores. We even have come to accept that certain bicycle shops will sell low-end, junk bikes with clunky frames, cheap components, and slap-dash assemblies."

 

[Schwinn499]

Have always loved the early model Travelers. A few have come and gone but I think I'll always have one around. Solid bicycles, ride great, and look awesome.

 

[SirMike1983]

Have always loved the early model Travelers. A few have come and gone but I think I'll always have one around. Solid bicycles, ride great, and look awesome.

Those 1950s-era bikes had some awesome colors. I'm especially partial to the dark blue and to the blue-green candy type colors.

 

[island schwinn]

a bit heavy for the classification,but my favorite 3 speed.

 

[SirMike1983]

a bit heavy for the classification,but my favorite 3 speed.
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That's really nice - those Welterweights are not all that common. Are those the Schwinn Whirlwind tires? I think they were the same as French 650b touring type (?).

 

[island schwinn]

That's really nice - those Welterweights are not all that common. Are those the Schwinn Whirlwind tires? I think they were the same as French 650b touring type (?).

Tires are off brand.I have a set of original hurricane 26x1-1/2 tires for it.

 

[SirMike1983]

Good weather so far this summer - getting plenty of ride time in on these bikes.

 

[partsguy]

These old road bikes are very handsome. Great quality riders!

 

[mbstude]

Mike, that blue Continental is the only bike I regret selling. It might be time to find another.

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[sld6914]

I've had many vintage bikes mostly ballooners But have a soft spot for 3 sped lightweights. They ride great and have there own style and character. Here's a couple of original 61 travelers in rare white color.