Finally out for my 1st ride since 1986.
04-14-22, 03:00 PM
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Finally out for my 1st ride since 1986.
I finally got the old 64 Supersport out for a ride. I had to replace the rear tube and all four brake pads. At the recommendation some of you made I ordered from Tim at Koolstop. Really nice guy and a pleasure to do business with. I was able to get replacement pads that look just like the original. If my back tolerates riding I will replace my tires and seat. I would really like to get another Brooks leather seat that is just like the original. I just took this picture as I stopped at the public park.
My 1964 Schwinn Super Sport, picture taken at Liberty Park in Sedalia , Mo.
My 1964 Schwinn Super Sport, picture taken at Liberty Park in Sedalia , Mo.
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04-14-22, 04:45 PM
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Nice bike in great condition. I'd put modern bar tape on it, but if it's not uncomfortable for you the vintage look is cool.
04-14-22, 04:55 PM
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You ridin' one of them newfangled ten speeds?! You maniac!
Congrats on getting that baby running again.
First ride in 36 years. How did that feel? Thanks for sharing with us, that's very cool.
Congrats on getting that baby running again.
First ride in 36 years. How did that feel? Thanks for sharing with us, that's very cool.
04-14-22, 06:54 PM
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Congrats! Nice old Schwinn.
John
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04-14-22, 11:02 PM
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Beautiful bike!! That blue is one of the best lookin' colors that anyone ever offered. It is classic.
"Sunshine Blue Sky, Please Don't Go Away, 'Cause I've got my bike tuned up & I wanna ride it today..."
"Sunshine Blue Sky, Please Don't Go Away, 'Cause I've got my bike tuned up & I wanna ride it today..."
04-15-22, 06:37 AM
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+2 to everything posted above. That bike is gorgeous!
Reminds me of the "adult" bikes in the Schwinn catalogs my parents used to bring home just to tease us with. I was still lusting over the Orange Crates and other kid's bikes, but the adult bikes were fun to look at too.
Reminds me of the "adult" bikes in the Schwinn catalogs my parents used to bring home just to tease us with. I was still lusting over the Orange Crates and other kid's bikes, but the adult bikes were fun to look at too.
04-15-22, 08:48 AM
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Great looking ten speed . I am sure it felt great to be out.
04-15-22, 10:04 AM
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Yah it's gorgeous, but practical?? Not. I hope you greased the hell out of every part. I had to when I bought my 1973 CCM 3 speed.
Those drops will not be comfortable, or safe IMO. Get a comfort bar, all I have ever liked.
At the very least, give your front wheel a 700c rim for a 35 mm tire. The back is likely too narrow.
I built whole new 650B wheels too, just reusing the front hub.
Those drops will not be comfortable, or safe IMO. Get a comfort bar, all I have ever liked.
At the very least, give your front wheel a 700c rim for a 35 mm tire. The back is likely too narrow.
I built whole new 650B wheels too, just reusing the front hub.
