Originally Posted by
Dylansbob
I believe the first was the fabled 1973 World Voyageur, but I'm sure someone more knowledgeable will be along shortly.
I'm seeing notes that the Varsity was produced from 1951 to 1985 (plus a new design in 1986). Was that always an American made bicycle?
I find interesting their choice to import mid-range bikes while keeping the top and bottom domestic (I think).
Of course a fully brazed frame would be much more expensive to make than their electro-forged frames.