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A buddy of mine ask me to do some work on his wife's Raleigh Sprite. As I was retrieving her bike, she ask me to tune up / work on his bicycle as well. Its a sharp looking red Cannondale H400. But both had been parked in a shed for 2 to 3 years that contained swimming pool chemicals . Her...

Thinking about getting a bicycle trailer. Want it to haul produce, larger statues and small building supplies, tools. Anyone have any experiences with them ? Good or bad. Thinking going this route with a "gooseneck" Seems more versatile than the axle coupling The Carla trailer is neat...but...

Has anyone ever put an Austrian 3 speed hub in a Varsity frame? I know you would have to offset the rim and hub. Not sure about chain alignment. Why do I want to do this?...Not a dang clue...

Any clue about this Rollfast labeled ( possible Montgomery Wards ) bicycle. In a previous thread ,one of the Cabers stated it was a 1960 from the serial number. I've looked all over the internet for information..nutin'. It was a frankenbike when I bought it years ago. Brooks saddle and Schwinn...

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Just a quick question. Was the paint option of Burgundy on the Super Sport only offered in 1971? Other forums suggest it was offered in 1972 as well on the Super Sport . Others suggest it was only offered on the Continental and Paramount series. Thanks

For those who ride in snow and icy conditions, has anyone ever ran snow chains on their bike tires? Slipknot, a company from CO. sells these. . I have read and seen reviews giving thier opinions pro and cons. IMO.....Seems like a more of a novelty than a true solution. I personally would...

https://www.vice.com/amp/en/article/wxdgq9/mechanics-ask-walmart-major-bike-manufacturers-to-stop-making-and-selling-built-to-fail-bikes I GUESS THIS IS THE CORRECT PLACE FOR THIS THREAD.. IF NOT MODERATORS PLEASE REASSIGN.

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Coming back home from the in laws, I stopped at an antique shop in town. A few bicycles were there. This Mercury caught my eye for some reason. Like I need another girl bike like I need a hole in my head. The Bike , with the exception of the chain and grips looks complete. I had the money...

Can a reference guide to head badges be found in the CABE's website. I see this book is available Just thought there might be something here. Is it my crazy imagination or was someone here putting a head badge book together?

I bought this for $25 from a guy at the flea market. Maybe a 1935 Hawthorne???

What 1940 model is this? I find more bikes that have the same frame style in 1939 ads and photos. I look up 1940 CWC Western Flyer it comes up with a totally different frame. Thanks

I am guessing that a skiptooth chain is like a regular chain. But I am sure there is something I am not aware of. What is the best way to care an maintain a skiptooth? What is the best lube for it? I usually use Molton Speed Wax.

Saw this place driving while driving through Alabama on US72 (2440 Lee Highway, Huntsville, Alabama). I whipped a u turn and checked it out. A nice collection of pressed steel toys And lunch boxes The man I spoke with was the lawnmower guy. All he could tell me about the bikes was that if...

I bought this Rollfast at Virginia's 100 mile yard sale. I know the wheel and tire set are from ,what I believe a Schwinn Tornado. The seat is a Brooks. Other than that..I know nothing about Rollfast bicycles. Tried to find information on the serial numbering on Rollfast. Some say it doesn't...

I bought this bike today $50 in Amelia VA. Can anyone tell me the year and or anything about it? Thanks gang. I also bought a Rollfast tank bike..will post tomorrow

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Conversion plans for my Schwinn High Sierra to a touring bike are in the planning and development stages . My plans for the rear of the bike include an Axiom Superliner DX rear rack [ weight capacity of 55 lbs] - ( ordered) and 55L Axiom panniers (pending). I will probably put , at the most...

I am looking into purchasing either a 1985 or 1987 Schwinn High Sierra for the purpose of bikepacking . Both bikes are not in my area, one is about 225 miles and the other 165 miles ( round trip). Also one is two the north and the other to the south of my location. Are there any differences ...

Dont know if this is in the right subject thread. Thought this was interesting though. https://m.pinkbike.com/news/intend-bandit-one-and-a-half-crowns-downduro.html

l I have been seeing a lot 70's Schwinn Varsities on the market that are very much over priced IMO . But this stripped down for $1000 Krazy

Schwalbe and Continental 27 x 1 1/4 tires are either out of stock at the retailer. will ship in one to two monthes from Amazon, or you can get them from the UK or Germany for a hefty shipping price. Ate these companies moving away from the 27 inch tires? Or has the Covid bike Boom caused the...

Improved bicycle technology. Belt drive , internal geared hubs and gearboxes arent new to the bicycle world. There are many articles on the pros and cons of each. 1931-32 German built Adler with gearbox Todays German built 18 speed gearbox. Only sold to bicycle manufacturers. Kinda pricey...

I have camped and I have biked before, but not the both together. When I go out of the area to try out a new trail I find lounging in the form of a motel. My brother in law ,Billy and I are looking to bike and camp along the Greenbrier River Trail (80 miles) in West Virginia . Looking at...

Has anyone else experience this lately or ever? I'll give you an example of what I am trying to convey. A while back, before COVID, I was following ( on my coaster brake , '55 Schwinn Corvette) a gentleman , dressed in his [ power ranger ] cycling clothes on a nice looking Trek multi - gear...

I noticed this while changing my tire on my 72 Varsity . The first is obviously what the rear brake caliper is suppose to look like . The second what it did look like. Another view. The lip on the pivot shaft spring retainer completely broken off. After disassembling the caliper unit found...

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That is trying to escape? Has anyone ever seen a tire do this? I've seem them wear, but never twist . I aired it up a few days ago to 70psi, rode it with no problems. Yesterday, I did feel an irregularity in the rear tire at the end of my ride. The rim seems fine

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WoW . $ 1500 for a Schwinn Collegiate. I call tjurskit / bullensheiße in reference to all original.

What is the biggest 700c tire that can be fitted into a schwinn unmodified 10 speed frame? Also with the derailleur installed. I know it is not a 700 x 40c . There is no margin for error between the tire and frame. A 38 would give it another millimeter on each side.

There is a class offered by a not so near (an hour or mire away) bike shop. The instructor is a highly distinguished wheel builder. The course is one on one, and you can come back anytime afterwards to refresh your skills at no charge. The cost is $399 , if you buy the needed components at the...

Never seen that. I didnt think that I was doing any hard braking on my Schwinn Vette.

Okay, heres the situation. I want to protective coat on my frame and chainguard. I have read the thread about Boilded Linseed Oil. Don't think that is the route I want to take . I have some other ideas Would it look dumb, wrong or not good to re- decal the frame and chain guard and clear...

This is just me wondering. I know some of you have quite a number of fully restored beauties in your stable. My collection is very small and nothing rare, exotic or high on a collectors list. I look at and buy old bicycles that I will ride. I stay with 27 and 26 inch wheel size bikes, mostly the...

Has anyone used any mathematical formula, using only paper, pencil and a scientific calculator to find spoke length? I found this formula ( pictured at the bottom left ) in the back of the book " The Bicycle Wheel" by Jobst Brandt. I played with it , as well as other formulas found...

Are you the "Bike man" or "Bike woman" in the neighborhood ? People think because you collect and work on bicycles, that it's the place to gift you unwanted bikes? Found this jewel in driveway next to the house this afternoon. No note. This is like the third bike that has been left with me...

Then ...and now, the Lotus 110

Was there a schwinn (approved) rear rack / carrier available for lightweight 27" models in 1964? Found this in the Schwinn catalog / bike history website. 1966 Says it's for lightweight. But is it for 26 or 27 inch lightweights? Or did riders use Pletscher carriers for 27 inch lightweights...

Not just one, but two inner tubes explode trying to seat this soaped and warmed up Duro 27 x 1 1/4 tire. The first tube was a Duro, the second a Bell. Both pumped up with a Bell tire pump. I have never used Duro tires or inner tubes. I have had tires a little rough to get on and seated, but...

I am rebuilding a Schwinn S6 rear wheel. I will get it tight ,then take it to the LBS to have it dished and true. I have rebuilt non dished wheels w/o any prep. Thought I go with some this time around. The time I finish my part and time I get it to the LBS could be a few days. I have been...

I have a question regarding the angle of the kickstand on my 1964 ; 23 inch Varsity. It came like this when I got it. I changed the cam thinking it was worn. But it still goes back this angle. is this the normal angle for the 60s Varsity? This is the angle on my 72 ; 24 inch Varsity

As you can see in te below picture. My 64 Varsity has another issue. The cable stop to the left ( front derailleur) on the down tube has been broken off. A Suntour double cable stop had been put in place. Has anyone successfully remove the remains and welded a new piece to the down tube? Thanks

WELCOME PROFESSORS AND MASTERS OF SCHWINNOLOGY I am dismantling my recent purchase, a 1964 Varsity, which has turned out to be some what of a Frankenbike. Rear wheel not a Sprint hub, but a Model '71 ; Made in Japan This a rim that looks maybe a schwinn knock off My question is.. Was this...

I know this is a whacked question …but here it goes My question is , what month starts the next years lineup? ie... I know if a Schwinn built December of 1954 it is consider a 1955 model. From what I was told at MMI for example, Harley Davidson shuts the plant down in July 2018 to retool...

I like this stand..but have one issue. This is , what I believe is the problem. I wonder , if grinding that out would cause more problems. Any thoughts?

South Boston is about 15 miles from the NC border and 50 from Durham, NC. Chola Junction ( about 2 hours south west of Richmond, VA ) is the biggest site, some indoor vendors. [If you are looking for a Rebel flag, you will find it here] Some years good, some not so.its a crap shoot. My sister...

*Dont know if this has been covered or not, my apologizes if so.................. I was riding my '79 Suburban the other night and realized how many different states I had ridden it . Rode in 6 different states - Virginia, Maryland , Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island...