There really isn't any single "good" reason. I guess some of it is because I can, some of it is originality, some might be improving a thing that is undervalued/under-appreciated. Some of it might be giving a thing a new lease on life with all the advances in modern technology.
Why do people spend big $ on old cars? A need to build or create? To nurture?
In short, I really don't know why I started with a Varsity.
It was cheap to get started. I'll stick with that! Ha!
Originally Posted by
duanedr
That bike will certainly stick out! If I see you around the Seattle area, I will try to chase you down to say hello!
I will still probably ask you 'why start with a Varsity and then add a WO fork'?!?!
Duane
PS - My first (scrambler fastback 5sp), and favorite bikes (Schwinn Sting BMX in early 80s when it was 'current school' & '95 homegrown Factory XT) were Schwinn's. I still wouldn't have started this project with a Varsity! :-) **
** that's a smiley face posted all in good fun. Great project!