This 2nd tier Schwinn has eluded me for decades.It is the perfect complement to my 2nd tier Volare.Both have interesting history and both were limited in years of production in small numbers.
Frame:
63 cm CtC Nervex lugged Reynolds 531 DB.Campagnolo drops
Fork/Headset:
Tange steerer and drops.531 blades / Campagnolo Gran Sport
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Campagnolo Gran Sport 170mm 42-52 / Campagnolo Gran Sport BSC
Pedals:
Color matching Shimano Dura-Ace 7401's substituting for the Campagnolo Gran Sport with clips.
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Regina ORO 13 x 24- 5 speed / Campagnolo 42 x 52 / Sedisport gold
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Campagnolo Gran Sport with Gran Sport levers
Saddle/Seatpost:
Ariake Road King / Campagnolo Gran Sport
Brakes:
Campagnolo Gran Sport
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Super Champion Gentleman / Campagnolo Gran Sport / IRC Road Winner Duro II 700 x 28
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Super Champion Gentleman / Campagnolo Gran Sport / IRC Road Winner Duro II 700 x 28
More Info:
Made from left-over Paramount frame components after Schwinn's decision to re-think the Paramount's future.Except for the saddle,I purchased it in completely original condition.I've only ever seen one other example of this fine machine.
Added by Velogarden. Last updated about 6 years ago.
8 Comments
love this bike! thinking of building up my old Nishiki frame. this is definitely a peg!
Posted over 10 years ago
NICE BIKE !
Just my size too.
Do you think the stem is
a bit too black though ?
Posted about 11 years ago
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doc says:
THAT IS ONE SPECTACULAR REBUILD YOUR MAN AFTER MY OWN HEART SHE IS AMAZING
Posted about 6 years ago
Velogarden says:
Thank You ,
Other than the bars and stem, the aero levers and pedals are the only changes made and that only to make it more user friendly
Posted about 6 years ago