How about this one. Joe B. sent in this Concord Pacer S/S and can you believe it’s not even an OTSG first! This Pacer appears a near twin to Sean’s from several months ago. Whoever said you can have too much of a good thing, obviously didn’t ride an old ten speed.
I was looking for a Schwinn Suburban… This is close enough. An “Old School” comfort saddle, raised handlebars and Suntour shifters & derailleurs make this bike a joy to ride. I added a handlebar mounted water bottle cage, rear rack, panniers and all new brake shoes to stop the squeaking!
Thanks again Joe
Today we’re treated to another OTSG First, a 1987 KHS John Howard Edition sent in by Firsttimer Rocky M. When I saw this one come in, I thought, “Cool, I didn’t know anyone themed a bike to Howard Johnsons.” Then I looked at it and read the name again and realized my mistake. But that got me to thinking, man, how cool would a Limited Edition HoJo Murray 10-Speed be!
This is my 1987 John Howard Edition KHS road bike purchased this past year from a friend for $80.00. Originally a 12 speed bike it has now been upgraded to an 18 speed thanks to a triple Sugino AT crankset, Shimano Ultegra rear derailleur and Suntour XT triple front derailleur. I am an avid Mtn. Biker but wanted to get in some road miles too and this pristine bike was just the ticket. I added an old skool Pletscher rear rack ‘circa 1962 and a new school Knog Pod rear rack bag. It has the most comfortable saddle I have ever ridden. This bike was well cared for and should provide many years of riding pleasure.
Thanks Rocky
A spittin’ image twin of Troy’s Miss February 2009, this is Michael D.’s one owner 1973 Schwinn World Voyageur.
Purchased new July 1973.
Thanks Michael
Today’s OTS should serve as a reminder: never underestimate the bicycle’s inherent ability to confuse those unfamiliar with it.(True on so many levels)
Thanks to this Ascot 10 Vornado’s owner (and victim), Steven D.
Hello,
I got this bike a little bit ago for $20.00 and decided to change the tubes b/c they were leaking pretty bad. When I took off the rear tire my inexperience with bikes led me to take off the rear derailleur as well. I thought I had remembered how to put it back on but apparently not. The chain doesn’t have enough tension and something with my installation is wrong. You can see in the pictures. I would like to avoid taking this bike to a shop. It is a Falcon derailleur and I haven’t touched anything else yet. Any help would be most appreciated. Also where can I look on the bike to find out when it was made. Thank you.
Steven, Did you disconnect the derailer entirely? It looks like you just need to rotate the body of the derailer clockwise while keeping the pulley assembly stationary. This should cause the tension spring to engage and you will see a completely different derailer hanging there—a working one! Good Luck.
Thanks Steven
Finishing this week is fine patriotic fashion, this 1985 Raleigh Team USA sent in by Bryan D. in Lufkin, Texas. I would have to say, this is my favorite era of OTS. Oh, say, 1980 to 1987. The frames were still lugged, wheels were alloy, brake cables were still Bézier, cable guides and stops were brazed, and SunTour still shown. Really, you don’t need anything more.
I ride this beauty regularly in Lufkin, Texas. I first spotted it in a relative’s backyard and quickly talked him into giving it to me. It had come from a neighbor who stored it in his garage for most of its life, but was trying to get rid of it, so it was in pretty good condition, requiring only cleaning and re-lubing. Note the device under the shifters. It’s a “quickstand,” used to engage the front tire while parked.
