Classic & Vintage - Older Mystery Schwinn frame

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fixietyro
02-16-11, 07:18 PM
Hey guys, just wondering if any one could give me some insight on what this is.....?

pastorbobnlnh
02-16-11, 07:44 PM
Hard to say. But it is probably as new as the 1990s.

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=190242&d=1297909075

It looks as if it is a hybrid, the rear vertical dropouts, the cantilever brakes, and all the eyelets for fenders and racks.

This 1991 Crosscut looks similar.

http://www.trfindley.com/flschwinn_1991_2000/1991_15.JPG

Start looking here:

http://www.trfindley.com/flschwinn_1991_2000/index.html
fixietyro
02-16-11, 07:53 PM
Thanks, you've been very helpful.

kingsting
02-17-11, 05:27 AM
Could be any of the Schwinn Hybrids from the early 90's. They all had lugged frames - although I don't think the entry level bike (Cross-Fit) had a derailleur hanger.

If I was going to take a guess, I would say it was a Criss Cross. Consumer Reports gave it a good rating and Schwinn sold a pile of them because of it.

Is there any evidence of the old paint anywhere on the bike? Maybe inside of the seat tube?