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Questions tagged [vintage]

Vintage is generally considered more than 50 years old, but in the bicycling world anything more than 20 years old is usually considered vintage as well.

Vintage is generally considered more than 50 years old, but in the bicycling world anything more than 20 years old is usually considered vintage as well.

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Vintage Armstrong Bike - Garden fixure?

I live in Chatham Ma and have been looking for a cheap old bike to use as a garden sculpture. Today I purchased one but when I got it home I realized it seemed very sturdy and in fairly good condition. I don‘t want to ruin a good vintage bike so I…
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Can anyone tell me anything about "The James" bicycles?

Recently we were donated a bike with a logo stating "The James." I am trying to find some information on this bike. It is a three speed bike. The gear system says "Sturmey Archer." There is writing that says "made in England." I can't find any…
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What era/country/manufacture is this vintage step through?

During my search, I’ve learned that this question can be very irritating for many. I think it’s because the asker is looking to make a buck or a fortune and their curiosity is empty. Although I’d love to learn that I’ve just stumbled on a gold mine,…
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Help me identify this Vintage Ganna (Italian) early 90s Bike

I just picked up this bike for little money because I need a street bike I don't care to look around and also a new project bike to work with during winter. This seems like a cool bike in my opinion but I cannot find anything on internet. It needs…
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U-Haul rental cruiser bike information?

Anyone know anything about this U-Haul bike? I got it at the wreckers before they crushed it. It was just the frame brakes and forks. I added the rest.
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When was the last Chicago built Schwinn

I have a 1983 Schwinn Sierra, one piece crank, badge # 2733. Frame seams appear Chicago. Any thoughts?
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30's-40's bike, make and model

hello, Any info on this bicycle, it make, model and possible year. The young man was born in 1931
john
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What is the full name of this Cinelli bike model?

Tell me, does anyone know the full name of this Cinelli bike model? I will be grateful, thank you!
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Falcon Olympic year identification

I'm looking to try and identify the year this bike was built. Currently struggling to add photo's. I will try and add some more in a minute. The frame number of the bike is 14246 Many thanks Wesley
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What era is this JC Higgins 24" bike?

This bike has no serial number, I've looked it over thoroughly. Nothing on the bottom bracket, nothing on the dropouts. I don't expect to find out the exact year but seems there should be a way to narrow it down based on the components. I haven't…
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Vintage Power King valuation?

I recently got this bike for very cheap... cleaning it up and will sell it since I have no use for it. No idea what to ask for it though. Anyone know anything about these? Rear hub is an internal 3 speed hub. The only markings I see are Power King.…
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Does this abandoned 1976 Murray Alpine 26 I found have any significance or worth?

So earlier this week behind a local school I discovered something remarkable. Someone had put a old, wrecked women's bicycle in a pond. The wheels toast, the chain rings are useless, rust in many spots and the handle bars take some effort to get…
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Help identify vintage bike

I picked up this bike at a swap, and plan on restoring it. However, I cannot find anything on the bike to identify what it may be (other than the design on the rear rack). There is no serial number or any other identifying marks. Does anyone have…
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Finding a serial # 1952 Schwinn Panther

I believe I have a 1952 Schwinn Panther. Trying to find the serial numbers but very rusty. Where exactly should I look and will a wire brush help or hurt the bike?
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What are the hallmarks of 90s cycling?

I just asked a different question about a very 90s GT rage road bike I picked up- polished aluminum and all. I might have to trash it and so I'm looking into other frames for the components. The other question is here. What bicycle qualities and…
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