Bob hufford's schwinn lightweight data book

Bob weather shield for single swivel wheel strollers, grey 4. Bob hufford s schwinn lightweight data book this site has schwinn documentation from the years of 1960 to 1979. Harley davidson has long used a letter designation system to identify different motorcycle families and models. I know the typhoon had more bmx style to it yuk my bike hasnt arrives yet so this is all the detail i have. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. The new swing bike company s website expired on october 23, 2005. Ive been visiting the gallery for a year now and have finally assembled a fixie of my own. I recommend schwinn built bicycles not only to the racing men but to every cyclist who wants a lightweight, light running, substantial bicycle with correct lines and the best equipment. Budget bicycle center 1973 schwinn speedster 3 speed. I came across this image and was delighted to find this early us made bike built along the lines of a european racer, so i extracted and enhanced this detail from the original page. Six frame sizes, made to measure frames at extra cost. Jul 15, 2009 1961 schwinn continental this is from a schwinn catalog page image which i copied from bob huffords fine schwinn lightweight data book website. You can checkout any of the following books for two weeks, free of charge. Owners manual schwinn lightweight middleweight by schwinn bicycle co.

Schwinn lightweight tenspeed bicycles such as my sportabout. The rear freewheel sprockets are schwinnapproved with sealed bearings and builtin chainguard on small high gear sprocket. Bob hufford and scooper would know a great deal more. June of 2004 brought us a new swing bike company that is producing a nearly identical swing bike the grandson of the original swing bike company s sales manager is the president. The schwinn dealers catalog shows this as the same as the 1960 model, but it became a 10 speed about june. Bob huffords schwinn lightweight data book this site has schwinn documentation from the years of 1960 to 1979. Several enthusiasts have generously allowed the use of their original schwinn literature to make the data book a reality. Schwinn often bought what was available to them for the best price. The custom bicycle lightweight classic vintage bicycles. Temporary photographic images until scans can be made back forward.

The information that follows comes from a series of emails he sent me in midapril 2009. The schwinn traveler 12 speed is the most popular bike in the schwinn lightweight line. Scwinn owners manual lightweight bicycles le tour 1974. Since i dont find any mention of this model in my stingray book i take it that collectors completely dicount this model. Schwinnapproved rear derailleur with long cage and schwinnapproved front derailleur. We host the most extensive raleigh serial database available on the internet. Im trying to put together a data book web site for schwinn lightweight bicycles from the years 1960 introduction of the dropbar continental and 8speed varsity until 1979 end of chicago paramount production. I recommend schwinnbuilt bicycles not only to the racing men but to every cyclist who wants a lightweight, light running, substantial bicycle with correct lines and the best equipment. And wouldve been supplied as a frame only, to be built up to the buyers spec. I like the 1974 and earlier catalogs where they took photos. This site has proved priceless to me as a source of information for these years. The schwinn lightweight data book says both 41 and 42 model saddles were used in that era with no date cut offs. The wonderful bob hufford schwinn lightweight data book site has many more schwinn catalogs. All terrain lightweight fitness jogging stroller wparental cup phone holder, free tractive webbing, large storage basket gray.

He has worked in several bicycle shops, and one of the shops he managed was an actual schwinn dealership. Bob hufford, schwinn lightweight data book large collection of schwinn bicycle catalogs from 1960 to 1979. If you can fill in the gaps, this site will become an even better resource for the schwinn lightweight enthusiast. Copyright 20002020 bob hufford all rights reserved. Front derailleur is the simplex competition suicide shifter.

Schwinn lightweight data book detail specifications 19651969. Url that allows you to search a data base of potential spending stimulus projects. Schwinn lightweight data book publications schwinn bike forum. Hand built in chicago il in march of 1973 this bicycle features schwinns signature steel frame construction and smooth ride quality. Wholesale catalog, reprint booklet by bicycling magazine 1983 1984 bicycling mileage log and training guide booklet by. All color book prewar 1933 to 1941 schwinn bicycles antique catalog brochure. If youve been looking for the best reference books available, youve found the right place. Indian ww2 motorcycle caution data plate acid etched brass 1941 1945. Chrome plated head lugs, fork crown and front and rear fork ends. I acquired this castoff frame with enough original parts that i was able to identify it using bob hufford s schwinn lightweight data book website. Harley has also made several alterations in how they structure the vehicle identification numbers of.

This makes the traveler one of the lightest bike in its class. Schwinn jaguar 7speed mens beach cruiser bike balloon tire vintage styl bicycle description here is a relatively new edition serial number is snf8d08g87621 mens schwinn jaguar 7speed beach cruiser bicycle with 26 wheels. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Upright tourist style handlebars, sprung saddle, and chrome fenders. Most models of schwinn bikes have years of images and information via old catalogs, advertisements and schwinn documentation. Schwinn s mission has been to develop bicycles that allow people to experience the confidence and freedom that comes from riding a. Schwinn collectors forum schwinn classic classifieds schwinn restoration. Here is bob hufford s new schwinn lightweight data book site.

Most of what he knows he learned by researching for himself. Done in black and cream, this beautiful schwinn is what dreams were for those of us who put our bikes away for the winter, the time has come to dust them off and get ready to ride. Just a glance at its long list of features will tell you why. The schwinn bicycle company abebooks shop for books. Schwinn approved gt 300 rear derailleur, campagnolo front.

The bike has reynolds 531 tubing on all parts of the frame and fork. Bikeville thoughts news and knowledge from the bikeville crew. They were trying to make a profit not make future collectables. And both the rims and hubs are machined from light weight, aluminum alloy. Bicycles and his latest book, the competition bicycle a photographic history. You could be the proud owner of this vintage schwinn speedster lightweight citycruiser bicycle. Ive tried to put together the best and most useful reference books for collectors and fans of vintage schwinn bicycles. It was a proper raleigh racetraining bike in the 1980s. Schwinn usa made 16 inch wheels for many years yet these 16 wheels are 12mm too small and cannot be made to fit a true 16 inch s7 wheel. Schwinn approved alloy center pull brakes with hooded quick release levers. Jul 15, 2009 1961 schwinn continental this is from a schwinn catalog page image which i copied from bob hufford s fine schwinn lightweight data book website.

The documents on this site are an impressive collection of catalogs, dealer specs, repair manuals, etc. Diacompe centerpull brakes with dualposition quick release levers. I have edited and posted this content with his permission. I like the 1974 and earlier catalogs where they took photos on location. Bike forums what happened to the schwinn catalog database. Vintage schwinn cycling gloves circa 1970s mens size 9 gloves a scarce pair of mens cycling gloves by schwinn the gloves likely date to the early 1970sbased on images seen in vintage schwinn catalogs online these gloves are an openfingerfingerless style.

Quickrelease high flange aluminum hubs shimano and alloy rims. See, for example 1974 paramount and 1973 paramount. Here is bob hufford s new schwinn lightweight data. Lepley printed in the united states of america on recycled paper, containing a high percentage of deinked fiber. I acquired this castoff frame with enough original parts that i was able to identify it using bob huffords schwinn lightweight data book website. Founded in 1895, schwinn is an american icon, building some of the bestknown and bestloved bicycles of all time.

Very rare c1980s raleigh lightweight reynolds 531 frame colour is creamy white withdirty mauve metallic detailing. Schwinn lightweight data book cover page schwinn bike forum. Schwinn approved sun tour power rachet fingertip shifters. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

This is a section for commercial stores to show off their products sales they might have. Ti raleigh team pros peter kohler paramount archives waterford precision cycles schwinn lightweight data book bob hufford. Standard free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Scwinn owners manual lightweight bicycles le tour 1974 schwinn on. Schwinn lightweight data book 1969 advertisements american bicyclist magazine october 1969 back overview forward.

Well and humorously presented private collection of bicycles and with a. From time to time, the famed motorcycle company changed the way they identified different models. Thinking back on the bicycle quarterly i decided to build a small collage of cycling images from the 30s 60s and 70s, the latter all pulled from bob hufford s exceptional collection of schwinn lightweight bicycle information, including scanned images of every consumer catalog from the 60s through the late 70s. The derailleurs are operated from schwinn twinstik controls mounted on the frame head. The bicycle info project by equus bicycle large collection of bicycle manuals, catalogs, and technical information, as well as links to sites with similar information. The headbadge specializes in vintage lightweight roadbikes and english 3speeds.