Hello! I have a "Hosteler" (not Italian/French). Is 52" at seat post/27" wheels. Not much info on it . Is most likely a "Barvarian" Hosteler. Want more info re quality/history on bike/parts. Specs :[
B]wheels - Schurmann chrome, made in Germany, 27 X 1 1/2 and a rigid(a)?, chromage, superior 27 x 1 1/4, made in france,
rims - Semper, made in Austria,
Quick release Gnutti, made in Italy,
Hub- Normandy 30/70, made in France,
Brakes - Weinmann symetric, sidepull,
Derailleurs - Simplex,
kickstand -Plescher, stem-
Ava, made in France.
Seat tube decals show Olympic rings-the Olympics in Germany in 1972.
Seat tube decal says "made in Austria".
Seat tube has a sticker -"Wheel Goods Hosteler Centers".
Where the chain stays meet at top seat tube imprint says "Made in Germany, Lizenz Pischer " and has a "U" with a shield around it. Serial
#129342 . The bike is dark green. Any info?Thanks.