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  1. gkeep

    1916 Mead Ranger Archbar on Craigslist in Benicia/Vallejo Ca area

    Nice looking arch bar with some great original tires and grips plus documentation. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/vallejo-1916-mead-ranger-superbe-arch/7723024955.html.
  2. gkeep

    Local estate sale but posting due to the volume of collectibles, so far can;t see any bike stuff.;(

    This is a local estate sale but there are so many catagories of collectable I thought the CABE community might enjoy the cruise through the hundreds of photographs. From Star Wars to the Civil War, Southwest souvenirs to a 1950s Scintillating radiation detector. Matchbox, Hotwheels, toy trains...
  3. gkeep

    A 64 Hornet 10 year Burning Man surviver revived

    My office mate of 30 years and boss for about 20 contacted me a couple months ago saying he needed to find a home for his Burning Man bike from the 90s. He rescued the bike about 1992 from becoming scrap metal at the dump in San Francisco. It was in amazing original condition. He's 6'3' so he...
  4. gkeep

    Shelby Supreme in Paso Robles Antique Shop and a Womans model on Ebay

    My old bottle digging partner from High School has been on a road trip with his wife. Today he sent me a photo of a nice Shelby Supreme for sale in an antique store in Paso Robles California. Unfortunatly he only sent the one photo. Next time I'm down that way at teh In-Laws I might have to stop...
  5. gkeep

    FOUND---Looking for a knurled handlebar stem jam nut for 1927 Pope Westfield

    Hi all, I need one of the knurled nuts that sits on top of the threaded cone and locks it in place under the truss rod ears. Demension is 1" inside and 24tpi. In a pinch I can use a thin hex nut like the second photo. Thanks, Gary
  6. gkeep

    Tips for Mounting Rubenas on G&J clincher rims?

    I know many have been using the Rubena bead less tires on G&J clincher rims. Are there any tips or tricks to ease the process of getting them seated in the rim? Thanks for any and all advice.
  7. gkeep

    Golden Gate Park 1898 Hauling the offspring

    I thought this deserved it's own post for discussion purposes. Anybody know of any surviving examples of this child seat? Any surviving relative of this child? 😄 The child probably would have been just 7 or 8 in the 1906 earthquake.
  8. gkeep

    Westfield Motobike Truss rods thread question

    After a couple years sitting on this frame I'm finally starting to do something with it. The truss rod ends were pretty badly damaged when found. Slowly massaging them into roundness again but the inside threads are pretty bad. I'm wondering if anyone knows what thread count was used by...
  9. gkeep

    Something for all of us who ride to aspire to...

    There is some serious skill and a lot of fun being had on bikes here. I think I need a 1920s-40 Dutch step through now. .
  10. gkeep

    1950(?) Phantom on Craiglist in Fremont Ca. $650

    Listing says frame serial numnber is 1949. Discuss amongst yourselves. ;) https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/fremont-schwinn-red-phantom/7607717171.html.
  11. gkeep

    On Ebay 1927 OLMSTED BICYCLE CATALOG ~ CHILDREN'S VEHICLES ~ SUNDRIES & PARTS ~ SYRACUSE

    1927 Olmsted Bicycle Catalog. Saved the images for future reference. https://www.ebay.com/itm/115576130653?campid=5335809022
  12. gkeep

    Some interesting early west coast cycling history in this article by SF Historian Woody LaBounty called Bicycles West

    An excerpt from the article. After a long struggle with the park commission, San Francisco bicycle clubs won greater access to Golden Gate Park's excellent roads in the early 1890s. Every weekend, packs of cyclists rode through the park to Ocean Beach, where a section of the Great Highway had...
  13. gkeep

    British Pathe film, Denmark 1923 "Bicycle City"

    Some great footage from 1923. .
  14. gkeep

    The Donkey Bike, 1966

    I thought some might be interested in this two wheeled beast, "the Donkey Bike". Anyone have one in their collection? .
  15. gkeep

    There is a post on Facebook asking for info on this Hickory (?) bike in a museum in Port Huron

    This came up on Facebook as part of a collection in a local museum in Port Huron. Poster said it originally was used by the local police department. They were looking for any information on it. I grabbed the photos but then facebook did a hiccup and now I can't find the original post to copy the...
  16. gkeep

    Mead Ranger came up on Facebook Vintage Bikes For Sale

    This Mead Ranger has a really cool airless rear tire. Located in Covington Washington. It's posted on Facebook Vintage Bikes for sale. The poster says it came out of a barn loft.
  17. gkeep

    Sidewalk impressions, can anyone identify the bike or tire that left this mark decades ago?;)

    Across the street from our house in a sidewalk that may date as far back as 1900 there is this bit of tire tread fossil. I wonder who the kid was and what era. There are sidewalk steps in this neighborhood dated as far back as 1898. Zillow says the house was built in 1906 but could easily be...
  18. gkeep

    Bicycling With Complete Safety (1939)

    Chanced on this great old bike safety film from 1939. Hopefully not already posted here. There are some really great bikes, just too bad it's black and white. Don't ride like Willy and blow the Christmas savings on hospital bills. No fine bikes were actually injured in the filming of this motion...
  19. gkeep

    Early 1900s Mead Cycles Catalog video

    Chanced upon this interesting video on YouTube. Is this person a Caber? Enjoy... .
  20. gkeep

    Nice early 60s(?) Schwinn Co-ed in Fremont on Craigslist $50

    Now this looks like a nice womans rider for cruising around town. Might need to get rid of those heavy baskets and put a nice wicker basket on the front. For $50 a steal compared to some modern big box rider costing $500. Like to find a boys in this good a shape for $50. ;)...
  21. gkeep

    Decent Priced (for this area) Green Schwinn Speedster on Craigslist

    Add says this was a project of his 93 year old dad. Looks pretty well preserved as he must have been working on bikes at that age. WE should all be so lucky! Very nice brooks saddle and tool bag. Much better deal than the repainted 60s girls Schwinn 3 speed a local bike shop wants $600 for.🙄...
  22. gkeep

    San Francisco Craigslist-Vintage 1939 Sterling (Columbia) Roadster/Track Single Speed - $400

    This looks like a pretty sweet vintage lightweight. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-vintage-1939-sterling/7506572432.html
  23. gkeep

    Have you ever run into someone from your distant past on a ride?

    When we started working from home in March 2020 I began taking early morning bike rides since I was no longer doing my commute most days but I still woke up by 6. I met a group of cyclists who live on Bay Farm Island and meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Bay Farm Bike Bridge. They...
  24. gkeep

    Raleigh Sports Racer in Sacramento, 1920s?

    This looks like it would make a great rider. https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/early-raleigh-racer-true-piece-of/7453126293.html
  25. gkeep

    1952 (?) Schwinn lightweight in Vacaville Ca, $30

    Looks like it has pretty decent paint. https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/vacaville-1953-schwinn-english-racer/7462935434.html.
  26. gkeep

    For your 1953 Canadian ballooners, path racers, etc.

    Someone in Portland is selling a collection of 1953 mini license plates that apparently came in Wheeties. Lots of 1953 American state plates listed too and reasonably priced. https://www.ebay.com/itm/275211760206?campid=5335809022
  27. gkeep

    Story of America in two Bicycles from Dahlquist Cycleworks

    Thanks to Jesse for sharing a link to this fine website and some nice stories about bikes. This one seemed like it would be popular on this thread. https://www.dahlquistcycleworks.com/story-of-america-in-two-bicycle.html. Attaching a couple photos for archival purposes. Great bikes!
  28. gkeep

    1928 Mead Catalog, price lists, order forms, etc. on FB Marketplace in Hermitage Teen $135.00

    Mead owners, some great archival material here. https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/1331253594057662/?media_id=0&ref=share_attachment
  29. gkeep

    Facebook ad sent to me by a friend, bikes look familiar, one of our members?

    https://www.facebook.com/commerce/products/a-collection-of-vintage-prewar-bicycles-and-parts-%EF%BF%BC/7058453214195208?ref=messenger_share&rt=54.
  30. gkeep

    Did a cheap and quick retrofit for the Solar Carbide lamp with LED Puck Light

    I've been leaving for morning rides in the dark lately and wanted to be able to light the carbide light without the heat and mess. I found these 1.2 inch 'puck' lights on amazon, 5 for $12 bucks. Cut a piece of double sided peel and stick velcro tape, stuck one piece on the back of the light and...
  31. gkeep

    Resurrecting a nice jeweled reflector

    Thought this might come in handy for someone with a reflector that has lost its threaded post. Pete, (tocatahula) had this nice reflector for sale a while back and kindly let me be the next caretaker. I sent a photo to my neighbor who is also a bike (and old bike) person and also happens to love...
  32. gkeep

    Great story about a father/daughter epic ride.

    Has anyone posted this already? Wonderful story. https://www.today.com/parents/father-daughter-duo-ride-antique-high-wheel-bikes-cross-country-t228935?fbclid=IwAR0CIId54pT1FKE4xjbbETEz0BEwRey6bJElL1Zw0YpSy_b76KCVrMHNBKI.
  33. gkeep

    Nice Blue Schwinn American on Bay Area Craigslist $375

    This looks much earlier than the date they're giving, maybe a 56? There seems to be a license number stamped on the seat tube that the seller might be thinking is the serial number. Great looking ride and that cool Bendix 2 speed...
  34. gkeep

    Amazing Vintage bike parts store in Europe

    Hi all, Has anyone else seen this cool vintage bike shop pop up on facebook? Looks like a great place to visit. https://www.nosbicycleparts.com.
  35. gkeep

    Now here was an intrepid rider.

    I poached this from the 3-Speed Forum on Bike Forums. Great little story about 40 years of delivering mail by bicycle. .
  36. gkeep

    Interesting and FREE Roadmaster Sidewalk Bike in Campbell Ca.

    There are a number of sidewalk bikes on Bay Area Craigslist today, and this one is free and looks like a candidate for an OA bath. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/campbell-antique-bike-from-the-50s/7351393798.html.
  37. gkeep

    Sold Looking to trade Colonel Pope Glass Paperweight for 15/16ths Lucky 7 Seat Post for Westfield Motobike frame

    Hello Caber Family, I need a lucky 7 seat post for my 20s Westfield Motobike Frame, 15/16s diameter head tube. Condition can be 3-7, no nickel left, no problem. This frame has less than 1% of its original paint. In trade I'm offering this Glass Pope Paperweight. I'm located on the west coast...
  38. gkeep

    Great parade idea for the future.

    Someone posted this photo on a UK Vintage Bike facebook group. Really interesting history and way of introducing pilots to the concept of formation flying. I love that there is a group of re-enactors complete with fake mustaches and pilot nicknames carrying on the tradition. Where do we sign...
  39. gkeep

    Early motorcycle display at San Francisco Airport until September.

    Something for everyone in these photos. https://www.sfomuseum.org/exhibitions/early-american-motorcycles/detail#6.
  40. gkeep

    Cycling to the Fair, 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition San Francisco

    Chanced upon this short film from 1915 of a mass bike ride at the Panama Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco. The Prelinger Archives is a great source for old film footage and fortunately all the originals were donated to the Library of Congress. A friend of mine has donated a fair...
  41. gkeep

    An old high school friend scored this nice Columbia Torpedo at a garage sale for $20.

    Hi Just had to share this nice find an old high school friend who lives up in Washington got for twenty bucks at a garage sale. It must have been stored inside it's whole life. I have yet to stumble on a garage sale find like this, someday. ;)
  42. gkeep

    1940s-1950s Monark built(?) girls Firestone Cruiser in Santa Rosa, tank horn and light.

    This could make a solid rider for someone. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/santa-rosa-vintage-firestone-cruiser/7329674193.html.
  43. gkeep

    Pre-war Rudge ladies in Sunnyvale, Craiglist $149. Cool 1943 LABL.

    Looks like this could clean up well. Cool wartime LA bike license. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/mountain-view-rudge-whitworth-vintage/7326059168.html.
  44. gkeep

    1950s(?) Schwinn Girls Hornet in great shape with all the goodies in San Francisco Craigslist $375

    This bike is in really nice condition and for the Bay Area seems a decent price for this condition. What I can't tell is the size of the rims from the photos. Assuming its 26" but might be 24"? https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-vintage-schwinn-hornet/7329055805.html.
  45. gkeep

    Marin Museum of Cycling first swap coming up

    Grand reopening of the Marin Bike Museum, and they're having a swap. Email that they sent out said all booths sold out quickly. Giovanni already posted in another thread but it deserves it's own thread just in case.:) https://mmbhof.org/shop/event-tickets/2021-marin-bike-swap/. 2021 Marin Bike...
  46. gkeep

    Wow! Could this be the deal of the year? Or not...

    Overpainted bare Schwinn ladies frame for $125 on FeeBay. A real project...just like a few I've taken on and have waiting in the wings. ;) https://www.ebay.com/itm/154469294419?campid=5335809022
  47. gkeep

    Bay Area Craigs List very complete Raleigh rod brake, original saddle bags? $300

    Vintage 1950s RALEIGH Bicycle Orig. Paint Light Bell Saddle Bag SPORTS - $300 (mill valley) https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/mill-valley-vintage-1950s-raleigh/7315122298.html. Locking forks with key.
  48. gkeep

    Schwinn S5 Westwood Rim with Bendix Hub

    Can anyone tell me when and on what bikes Schwinn used the Westwood style S-5 rims with a Bendix coaster brake hub? Were these used on some lightweights like New Worlds? Travelers? Thanks!
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