1988 Schwinn World Specs
10-29-17, 10:47 AM
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1988 Schwinn World Specs
Hi all,
I acquired this bike from my friends neighbor last summer. The only mods that I am aware of are new gum tires which I had installed because the old ones were shot, I got the wheels trued, and my friend removed the front brake (poor decision). It has been over a year since the last time I got my spokes trued and I think it is about time I get some new wheels because I live in the city, hit pot holes frequently, and these alloy wheels just aren't holding up. I have attached a few pics from the bike itself. The wheels look like 27 1&1/4" , the bike was made 358th day of either 1988 or 1978, it has 6 rear gear shafts and 2 pedal gear shafts.I know my terminology may be off on the description. Can someone maybe help me with the specs on the wheels I will need to buy/ any recommendations on city riding? I asked for help from the local bike shop and once he realized I wasn't going to buy the wheels from him he become a little short on the information. I got the bike for free so I am looking to spend less than 200 for new wheels.
Thanks,
dk
I acquired this bike from my friends neighbor last summer. The only mods that I am aware of are new gum tires which I had installed because the old ones were shot, I got the wheels trued, and my friend removed the front brake (poor decision). It has been over a year since the last time I got my spokes trued and I think it is about time I get some new wheels because I live in the city, hit pot holes frequently, and these alloy wheels just aren't holding up. I have attached a few pics from the bike itself. The wheels look like 27 1&1/4" , the bike was made 358th day of either 1988 or 1978, it has 6 rear gear shafts and 2 pedal gear shafts.I know my terminology may be off on the description. Can someone maybe help me with the specs on the wheels I will need to buy/ any recommendations on city riding? I asked for help from the local bike shop and once he realized I wasn't going to buy the wheels from him he become a little short on the information. I got the bike for free so I am looking to spend less than 200 for new wheels.
Thanks,
dk
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10-29-17, 11:02 AM
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let's see some full body shots! sorry. missed the other shots on this post
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Welcome to the forums. Just a good set of quality alloy wheels should give you good service as long as you take care of them. Look for wheels with 36 spokes and double wall eyelet rims. Do you have 27" or 700c wheels? Using a fatter tire will absorb for bumps and smooth out the ride for you make it better for both the wheels and you.
I am sorry you have to hear this but bike shops don't make money off giving you advice of what to buy off the internet as cheap as you can. Your actually better off spending the extra money to buy the wheels at a bike shop. They will make sure the bearings are properly adjusted, wheels are true and spoke tension even. Most shops will even tune the wheels up for you a time or two as well.
I am sorry you have to hear this but bike shops don't make money off giving you advice of what to buy off the internet as cheap as you can. Your actually better off spending the extra money to buy the wheels at a bike shop. They will make sure the bearings are properly adjusted, wheels are true and spoke tension even. Most shops will even tune the wheels up for you a time or two as well.
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10-29-17, 11:07 AM
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definitely an 88. the world was an entry level bike. in fact it was my first road bike in 85. I wouldn't put too much into it but if you like it and it fits you then 200 bucks isn't bad if it's a keeper. try bigger tires first. you may be able to get away with those weinmanns. I put a set of kenda 27x 1 3/8 knobies on my 84 Trek and they are beefy. I can tackle any pothole almost.
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Welcome to the forums. Just a good set of quality alloy wheels should give you good service as long as you take care of them. Look for wheels with 36 spokes and double wall eyelet rims. Do you have 27" or 700c wheels? Using a fatter tire will absorb for bumps and smooth out the ride for you make it better for both the wheels and you.
I am sorry you have to hear this but bike shops don't make money off giving you advice of what to buy off the internet as cheap as you can. Your actually better off spending the extra money to buy the wheels at a bike shop. They will make sure the bearings are properly adjusted, wheels are true and spoke tension even. Most shops will even tune the wheels up for you a time or two as well.
I am sorry you have to hear this but bike shops don't make money off giving you advice of what to buy off the internet as cheap as you can. Your actually better off spending the extra money to buy the wheels at a bike shop. They will make sure the bearings are properly adjusted, wheels are true and spoke tension even. Most shops will even tune the wheels up for you a time or two as well.
thanks
10-29-17, 11:25 AM
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Those old late 80's Schwinn World bikes are bulletproof. It was one of the nails in the coffin of US bicycle manufacturing. (Everybody suddenly realized Asian bikes were better & cheaper than equivalent US made items).
I've used this set of wheels on similar bikes with good results:
https://www.niagaracycle.com/categor...d-fw-qr-silver
I've used this set of wheels on similar bikes with good results:
https://www.niagaracycle.com/categor...d-fw-qr-silver
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3588 = Early 1989 bike
+10 Expecting local shop to facilitate internet buy is asking a lot. Head to a co-op instead. Don't spend $200 on wheels either. At the $200 price point, you should be able to get a set of wheels in the form of a higher end bike. Most co ops have wheels, both used and new. The Niagara ones above are fine, just realize they don't come with QR skewers, may not have rim strips either. You kind of get nickeled and dimed on them.
If you came to the co-op I volunteer at, you could get a nice set of used wheels for under $40....
I prefer getting wheels with stainless spokes.
There is no reason you can't learn how to install wheels yourself. Imagine if you got a flat tire while riding. Knowing how to quickly remove wheel, replace tire or tube, is one of those basic skills to master. If you plan to reuse existing freewheel (and why not), the shop or a co-op should be able to remove it for you at a low cost.
+10 Stan's the expert in this regard!!
+10 Expecting local shop to facilitate internet buy is asking a lot. Head to a co-op instead. Don't spend $200 on wheels either. At the $200 price point, you should be able to get a set of wheels in the form of a higher end bike. Most co ops have wheels, both used and new. The Niagara ones above are fine, just realize they don't come with QR skewers, may not have rim strips either. You kind of get nickeled and dimed on them.
If you came to the co-op I volunteer at, you could get a nice set of used wheels for under $40....
I prefer getting wheels with stainless spokes.
There is no reason you can't learn how to install wheels yourself. Imagine if you got a flat tire while riding. Knowing how to quickly remove wheel, replace tire or tube, is one of those basic skills to master. If you plan to reuse existing freewheel (and why not), the shop or a co-op should be able to remove it for you at a low cost.
+10 Stan's the expert in this regard!!
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10-29-17, 12:10 PM
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With an assembly date of 3588, it would have been assembled in late December, 1988, so a 1989 model year bike. Although the 1989 World is featured in the catalog, the model was too low in the lineup to be included on the specifications page.
The OP's bike is a 1989 World in Racing Red (070-29).
1989 Schwinn World catalog page
1989 Schwinn Road Bicycles specifications
EDIT - Bill beat me to it.
The OP's bike is a 1989 World in Racing Red (070-29).
1989 Schwinn World catalog page
1989 Schwinn Road Bicycles specifications
EDIT - Bill beat me to it.
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Thank you everyone. If anyone else has any more recommendations, please post. I will continue to check for a few more days until I make my decision.
Best,
dk
Best,
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Complete newbie here, so links to popular/trusted sites where I can buy the tires and rims would be awesome. I am having them installed at the bike shop, just want to save on the wheels by getting them online. didnt know new tires was an option, i thought i was stuck with the wheels and tires based upon my gear size etc. still new to modifying bikes so sorry for the ignorance.
Your wheel size is determined by the bike but tires come in different widths and a fatter tire is often better on a commuter. Riding style comes into play to. Avoiding what you can helps as does getting out of the seat and using your arms and legs as shock absorber is very helpful.
thanks
Your wheel size is determined by the bike but tires come in different widths and a fatter tire is often better on a commuter. Riding style comes into play to. Avoiding what you can helps as does getting out of the seat and using your arms and legs as shock absorber is very helpful.
thanks
3588 = Early 1989 bike
+10 Expecting local shop to facilitate internet buy is asking a lot. Head to a co-op instead. Don't spend $200 on wheels either. At the $200 price point, you should be able to get a set of wheels in the form of a higher end bike. Most co ops have wheels, both used and new. The Niagara ones above are fine, just realize they don't come with QR skewers, may not have rim strips either. You kind of get nickeled and dimed on them.
If you came to the co-op I volunteer at, you could get a nice set of used wheels for under $40....
I prefer getting wheels with stainless spokes.
There is no reason you can't learn how to install wheels yourself. Imagine if you got a flat tire while riding. Knowing how to quickly remove wheel, replace tire or tube, is one of those basic skills to master. If you plan to reuse existing freewheel (and why not), the shop or a co-op should be able to remove it for you at a low cost.
+10 Stan's the expert in this regard!!
+10 Expecting local shop to facilitate internet buy is asking a lot. Head to a co-op instead. Don't spend $200 on wheels either. At the $200 price point, you should be able to get a set of wheels in the form of a higher end bike. Most co ops have wheels, both used and new. The Niagara ones above are fine, just realize they don't come with QR skewers, may not have rim strips either. You kind of get nickeled and dimed on them.
If you came to the co-op I volunteer at, you could get a nice set of used wheels for under $40....
I prefer getting wheels with stainless spokes.
There is no reason you can't learn how to install wheels yourself. Imagine if you got a flat tire while riding. Knowing how to quickly remove wheel, replace tire or tube, is one of those basic skills to master. If you plan to reuse existing freewheel (and why not), the shop or a co-op should be able to remove it for you at a low cost.
+10 Stan's the expert in this regard!!
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