42 Seiberling

[36Seiberling]

I'm curious on the Seiberling brand bicycle. I know it's a rubber company and that it's a Colson frame. My question is, when did the Seiberling brand start badging bicycles and when did it end? How rare is the Seiberling? Any and all help will be appreciated.

 

[johnboy]

Hello ; I don't have answers to your specific questions, but there is a beautiful 1940 Seiberling Road King on the cover of the Jul-Aug 2010 issue of Classic Bicycle News and a story inside that I'm sure you would enjoy. Perhaps you can obtain a copy from someone.

 

[rustyspoke66]

It is a Colson built bicycle. Not sure on exact year but late 30's.

 

[Scribble]

Looks just like my 1941 Colson Scout.

It is a Colson built bicycle. Not sure on exact year but late 30's.

 

[fordmike65]

Yeah, I believe '41 is the first year Colson offered 1/2" drivetrain. Most likely a higher end model.

 

[36Seiberling]

It is a Colson built bicycle. Not sure on exact year but late 30's.

I thought it was late 30s as well. I posted the serial number a bike page on facebook and a dude who was supposedly up on Colson serial numbers and years said it was a 42. I didn't think they made civilian bike is 42 due to the war. Heck, I don't know.

 

[36Seiberling]

Looks just like my 1941 Colson Scout.
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Does the forks on yours have holes or slots where you mount the tire? Mine had holes and it was a pain to spread the forks apart to mount the tire. They were bent so I went with the Monark style forks.

 

[36Seiberling]

Yeah, I believe '41 is the first year Colson offered 1/2" drivetrain. Most likely a higher end model.

Nice to know, thanks. I actually have all the stuff to make it a skiptooth. The paint was thrashed so I'm going to do a mild custom with it.

 

[36Seiberling]

Looks just like my 1941 Colson Scout.
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And it has this kickstand.

 

[Cowboy in NC]

Axle Mounted Kickstand- made by WALD--mid to late 30s... I like these... Not often seen....------Cowboy Welcome to the Forum ! I like it !!!