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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-22, 06:37 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 32,106
Posted By Maytag

well, you ask for.....really nothing spectacular....

well, you ask for.....really nothing spectacular. Most parts I already had. Even had Campy derailleurs and shifters, but went the Shimano route. On the steerer I was looking for a clean front end...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-22, 06:09 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 32,106
Posted By Maytag

Let me throw in my '73. Started as a frame up...

Let me throw in my '73. Started as a frame up build, most bikes I see are larger than I am able to mount, so thanks to a fellow forum member I acquired a frame for my size. I already had Shimano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-22, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 402
Posted By Maytag

Doesn't it read "World"....on the top tube?...

Doesn't it read "World"....on the top tube? covered up by recoiled lock is probably the word Sport. Early 80s made in Taiwan.
that would be my guess
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 509
Posted By Maytag

Mongoose Mangusta

Hi guys, saved another one from the heap of "not so desirable" since I am a fan of the ugly ducklings. It is complete, my size and if nothing else it will be on my trainer or a parts donor for other...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-22, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 515
Posted By Maytag

Just google some Varsity pictures to help you...

Just google some Varsity pictures to help you evaluate "newer or Vintage". While a newer , made in Taiwan/China, model might be easier up upgrade, it is only feasible if you can do it yourself....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-22, 06:46 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,969
Posted By Maytag

Here is my addition.....I think the Shimano 600...

Here is my addition.....I think the Shimano 600 Arabesque is a beauty (currently running on my Raleigh International),
the Campy Nuovo Record is also combining beauty and function (currently...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-22, 06:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 584
Posted By Maytag

Nice find, Bauer was established in 1911, so...

Nice find, Bauer was established in 1911, so referencing the 50 year anniversary logo, yes
could be from the early 60s. The Bauer company (initially from a suburb of Frankfurt/GER) also made small...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 503
Posted By Maytag

Love mine, assembled with Shimano Arabesque...

Love mine, assembled with Shimano Arabesque Groupset, 14-32 freewheel and a pair of Araya wheels. Did a test drive sunday morning.......LOVE IT...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-22, 07:46 AM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,410
Posted By Maytag

International

Seems the text was lost during the upload of above pics

want to throw in my contribution to the Vintage Raleigh thread. I have a few, 3spd, Sprites, Super Course and Olympian, but always wanted an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-22, 07:36 AM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,410
Posted By Maytag

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1550/international_8_e93594d4a1833af28a033b48b61f685e77322acc.jpg
North GA mountains in the background...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-22, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,706
Posted By Maytag

Looking over my Schwinn bike collection, it...

Looking over my Schwinn bike collection, it appears that cranks from female bicycles measure 6.5inch ( I have Suburbans, Continentals, Collegiate, Breesze) all male versions have a 7" crank. So you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-22, 06:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,799
Posted By Maytag

The saddle might be a Henri Gauthier, I have a...

The saddle might be a Henri Gauthier, I have a similar on my mid 70s Peugeot
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-13-22, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By Maytag

well, frankly, if you add the price of tires,...

well, frankly, if you add the price of tires, tubes, shifter cable, maybe replace hard brake pads and service all bearings......you are already under water regarding value and your investment.
I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-21, 09:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,029
Posted By Maytag

yeah, the frenchies have evoked their fair share...

yeah, the frenchies have evoked their fair share of cuss words during repair or restoration. From odd sized bottom brackets, seat post, stem.....I can also blame it on the little money I am willing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-21, 07:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,800
Posted By Maytag

I chime in with many here. My Dad pedaled over...

I chime in with many here. My Dad pedaled over the Alps in the 50s from Northern Germany to Italy on a 3 spd bicycle.
Now in his mid 80s, he is still riding a bike around town, but after a double...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-21, 02:41 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,930
Posted By Maytag

Like the idea of a "steel is real" ride, but not...

Like the idea of a "steel is real" ride, but not moving the CA because of it, although may attend a L'Eroica event in the near future.
A while back I planned to do a small ride in the GA mountains...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-21, 04:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,361
Posted By Maytag

You have another decal on the frame (a little out...

You have another decal on the frame (a little out of focus).....75 years Staiger. Staiger was one of the oldest German bicycle companies, startet in Stuttgart in1897.
Your bike, judging by the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-21, 05:50 AM
Replies: 21,711
Views: 3,063,508
Posted By Maytag

Got out last Sunday for a short shake down run...

Got out last Sunday for a short shake down run around my neck of the woods. The Raleigh Super Course was a fantastic smooth and enjoyable ride
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-31-21, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 923
Posted By Maytag

just a courtesy reply (since Schwinns usually get...

just a courtesy reply (since Schwinns usually get swept under the rug on this forum, unless it is a Paramount).
Not knowing the exact year and configuration (various brake options were available), I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-20, 11:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,537
Posted By Maytag

no problems so far as it is only 5 speed, I may...

no problems so far as it is only 5 speed, I may need a new chain anyway to eliminate some mechanical crunch. I had plenty of parts to choose from, so on most "try-outs" it only cost me potentially...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-20, 01:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,537
Posted By Maytag

This is the 32t gear sprocket off a collegiate...

This is the 32t gear sprocket off a collegiate put on a Varsity. You can do all this with Schwinn stock components. But as others said, the limiting factor is the guide wheel hitting the large...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-20, 07:51 PM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,410
Posted By Maytag

'81 Sprite 10

Nothing special, but this 1981 was a thankful project. Almost all rust was gone after a bath in Evaporust. All nuts and bolts came loose w/o force. The barend shifters are new to me, but it does...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-20, 03:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,256
Posted By Maytag

found a post from 2011.....better pics revealed...

found a post from 2011.....better pics revealed it is called Olympic de Luxe. At least with the correct name its easier to search
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-20, 07:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,256
Posted By Maytag

Olympus de Luxe , made in Germany

Hello friends, just reaching out and see if anyone has some ideas. Stumbled over this Ladies bike yesterday and cant figure out the manufacturer. A little research with some components (Torpedo 3 spd...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,180
Posted By Maytag

Raleigh Sprite 10

Good day fellow road warriors. Been awhile since I was participating on the forum, but I haven't slowed down accumulating various cycles.
Recently picked up this lower end Raleigh, mainly for its...
Forum: Introductions
04-16-19, 06:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By Maytag

Ha, I'm over 50 , that's why I signed up to test...

Ha, I'm over 50 , that's why I signed up to test if man or machine are up for it. Sometimes I ride with a couple locals under the guidance of the Dahlonega bike shop to get my stamina up. I was off...
Forum: Introductions
04-16-19, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By Maytag

welcome aboard, maybe here is a ride for you ...

welcome aboard, maybe here is a ride for you Army Ranger chaity ride (https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/GA/Dahlonega/RideforRangers)
It's about 1 hr north of ATL in Dahlonega, which has also great...
Forum: Charity Events
03-24-19, 03:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 954
Posted By Maytag

Ride for Rangers

Last weekend in April, Charity ride for the local Army Rangers in the North GA mountains. ride info (https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/GA/Dahlonega/RideforRangers)
Also the famous " Bear on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-19, 10:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,364
Posted By Maytag

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1052x548/unnamed_867327d5a2df1a2808a7a0d054b1117873baa934.png...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-19, 08:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,364
Posted By Maytag

thanks, that was an interesting thought which I...

thanks, that was an interesting thought which I had to try. It does support both wheels and while it certainly makes for a great picture going down the road, the danger of scraping expensive saddles...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-19, 08:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,364
Posted By Maytag

Yakima Bike rack......or not

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1958x1441/20190206_084901_70341a85a30df7eb5ffc758d460878b050016cf8.jpgas the title indicates, I received this rack from a landscaping...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-19, 10:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,807
Posted By Maytag

One benefit of modern electronics (aka cell phone...

One benefit of modern electronics (aka cell phone and cameras) is, that you can take pictures of how things come apart. Most often you are not able to reassemble everything right away. So after weeks...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-26-18, 08:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,528
Posted By Maytag

Thanks, for everyone's input. Haven't decided...

Thanks, for everyone's input. Haven't decided which way to go, I'm always hesitant taking working pieces apart. But I may be able to use some of the higher-quality items for my own projects. I guess...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-25-18, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,528
Posted By Maytag

Well, I have various bikes which are too large...

Well, I have various bikes which are too large for me, but I can't resist old world craftsmanship. Sometimes I trade for a more suitable bike for me (more in the 19-22" size). Haven't made up my mind...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-25-18, 06:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,528
Posted By Maytag

1980 Mercian evaluation

Just came across a made in England Mercian. The serial number places it in 1980. Been on their website but can't indicate what submodel it is. The lug work is obviously different on various models...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-18, 07:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,889
Posted By Maytag

yep, gotta love 'em. Here is my first real bike.....

yep, gotta love 'em. Here is my first real bike.. (at probably 10 years old). Unfortunately I cannot remember the brand. But it all the bells and whistles, from chromed fenders, lighting equipment,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-06-18, 12:54 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,083
Posted By Maytag

Yep, "cowboy Mount" that's the phrasing I was...

Yep, "cowboy Mount" that's the phrasing I was looking for. Since I am not the tallest fellow in the landscape, that is the way I taught my self and stuck with it. Might be a little awkward on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-18, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1,565
Views: 200,668
Posted By Maytag

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1786/mf_1_2__aaadab3f27ea967cc98415259e3d1d1852132f64.jpg
well, with all these nice and shiny treasures, not sure if my recent project fits...
Forum: Touring
11-25-18, 05:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,160
Posted By Maytag

65th anniversary crossing the Alps

Hey guys, just want to give a shout out to my Dad which turns 82 today and share some pics with you. In 1954, he was in his late teens, he and his buddy took off from Northern Germany on a trip to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-18, 10:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,739
Posted By Maytag

That is indeed a cool bike, I especially like the...

That is indeed a cool bike, I especially like the chain ring with the Hero name in it.
I guess everything can be fixed, but could be pricey if you have to outsource the work and not doing it...
Forum: Introductions
11-21-18, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 636
Posted By Maytag

Welcome on board, as a newbie myself, I already...

Welcome on board, as a newbie myself, I already found a wealth of useful information regarding various aspects of cycling. I admire vintage racebikes as well for the craftsmanship but also learned...
Forum: Southeast Regional Rides and Events
11-20-18, 10:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By Maytag

thanks for the pointers, I will check this out....

thanks for the pointers, I will check this out. However I may have missed out that I was more targeting Cleveland Georgia which is close to Unicoi State Park and not too far away from the Curahee...
Forum: Southeast Regional Rides and Events
11-20-18, 06:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By Maytag

GA mountains tag along

Hello friends, just a general inquiry.
Since I am the "lone wolf" in my family when it comes to MTB, is there a group or so who goes to Bull/jake Mtn., Cleveland, Helen...frequently and wouldn't...
Forum: Introductions
11-19-18, 07:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 490
Posted By Maytag

Hello Nicolaas, welcome on board, as a German...

Hello Nicolaas, welcome on board, as a German living in the South of the US, it is refreshing seeing so many international participants.
Keep the wheels rolling......
Forum: Introductions
11-19-18, 10:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 918
Posted By Maytag

For the time being you may Google vintage Schwinn...

For the time being you may Google vintage Schwinn varsity at the Atlanta Craigslist bike section.
Thanks everyone for the warm welcoming I hope I can contribute in the future
Forum: Introductions
11-19-18, 08:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 918
Posted By Maytag

Yep, seeing your avatar, I agree. I am working...

Yep, seeing your avatar, I agree.
I am working on my contributions, I just don't want to ramble on
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-18, 08:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,209
Posted By Maytag

Thanks guys, that's why I came here. Many of you...

Thanks guys, that's why I came here. Many of you have the same thoughts as I do. Understand value appreciation and personal attachments. but with anything I just can't see it going to the scrap metal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-18, 05:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,209
Posted By Maytag

Schwinn Varsity....restore or parting out

Hello everyone, just another Newbie here. I recently rescued 3 early '70s Varsity from the Dump, while all complete, only 1 of them can be made ready to ride with just a minor investment such as...
Forum: Introductions
11-18-18, 05:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 918
Posted By Maytag

Another new guy....with intro

Hi everyone, just joined the Forum in search for advise and help, guidance for the journey and may add my 2 Cents of advise if it seems beneficial for the community.
As my Username implies, I...
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