Happy 4th of July from the OTSG. Everyone is welcome to our backyard barbecue, old 10-Speed style. Our festive friend below is hosting. Just show him your derailers and he’ll let you in for free. Don’t worry, he’s laid back—just like our geometry. Would you like a beer? Sorry, we only have American beer in steel cans. Be sure to grab a pie plate and have piece of Mom’s homemade apple pie before you leave.
Have a great and safe weekend.
Uncle Sam’s a Schwinn Varsity Fan! Hello Cameron, thought you might like this 4th of July special - 1981 Schwinn Varisty 10-spd. in Red, White and Cool ! Keep those OTS’s roll’n - Tim
Thanks Tim
The thrill and honor of today’s Street Seen entry ranks right up there with the OTSG being quoted in the New York Times. This is because it was sent in by none other than BikeSnobNYC. Known primarily for his biting wit and hilariously creative references and writing style, he is also (though not openly) a big fan of old 10-speeds. He claims he spotted this ragtag beauty in Brooklyn, but judging from that stem to seat height ratio this could be a ride from his personal collection.
“Seen in Brooklyn.” I love it when they say “10 Speed” on the top tube!
–BSNYC
Thanks Snob
We haven’t had a UK entry since Ken’s Elswick Hopper, and this is also the second Falcon in our collection. I like the bike David, but I’m docking you points for no pie plate and giving you bonus points for a Suntour rear derailer.:)
`73 ish falcon black diamond that i call gary francis (probably the previous owner if the peeling sticker on the top tube is anything to go by)
my daily commuter on a 25 mile round trip ever since i bought it about 3 months ago and i`ve replaced a lot of the original parts as a result,
breaking things is a particular skill of mine.
i`m getting really good at fixing things tho and i`ll try and keep my next creaky 10 speed lovely a bit more authentic, except for spoke reflectors anyway, i hate them things
Thanks David
This General Rutherford, sent in by Bob, appears to be the men’s variant of Tim’s General Mixte. Most often, the 26″ bikes are on the lower end of the quality scale, but this one is certainly the exception. Lugged frame, brazed cable stops and the European bottom bracket are not often found rolling on 26s.
Here’s an old 10 speed General “Rutherford”. Pretty neat little bike with the chromed steel 26 x 1 3/8 wheels and the steel cottered cranks. All decked out in new duds and ready for inspection!
Thanks Bob
Rounding off this stellar Week Of Schwinns is this mint, one owner, 1979 Schwinn Le Tour sent in by Dennis in Indiana. Happy Schwinn Week to all–see ya Monday.
Serial No. S1987515 1680–Head badge I am the original owner-please don’t kick the tires!
