lgrinnings
I live for the CABE
Howdy folks-
I’ve got an 1896? Ames Model B bicycle. It’s dressed up like a racer, but I’d love to know what the Model B was originally designated when manufactured. It’s been repainted. The rear wheel has been replaced with a coaster brake, but I think I may have the original rim. Kelly bars are likely added as well. Leaf spring saddle has a very faint stamp of what looks like an “L” within a circle within a football shape with some other text. Plated parts have been painted black, but the nickel beneath looks fantastic. Has wire toe clips. And it’s way too tall for me to ride unfortunately.
I’ve done a bunch of searches, but have come up empty on bicycle-specific info. Any and all information is sincerely appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
-Lester
I’ve got an 1896? Ames Model B bicycle. It’s dressed up like a racer, but I’d love to know what the Model B was originally designated when manufactured. It’s been repainted. The rear wheel has been replaced with a coaster brake, but I think I may have the original rim. Kelly bars are likely added as well. Leaf spring saddle has a very faint stamp of what looks like an “L” within a circle within a football shape with some other text. Plated parts have been painted black, but the nickel beneath looks fantastic. Has wire toe clips. And it’s way too tall for me to ride unfortunately.
I’ve done a bunch of searches, but have come up empty on bicycle-specific info. Any and all information is sincerely appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
-Lester