this is old but any idea how old?
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this is old but any idea how old?
This is an old Elgin with wood rims and Troxel saddle.Any info is appreciated.
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I'm pretty amazed by the condition of that saddle. Is it as nice as it looks? Is it re-covered or something?
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08-05-10, 04:34 PM
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Is that all original? This bike wins an BikeForums C&V Award for Coolest Oldest Bike in the Bestest Condition with the Coolest Chainguard (women's class) Award Award!
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Brooks actually still makes a model with that exact set up of springs
dig that B135!
[img]https://www.brooksengland.com/en/ResampleImg.ashx?imgurl=../images/shop/shop_saddles/Classic_Saddles___Heavy_Duty/B135/colors/B135_Honey1.jpg[/url]
dig that B135!
[img]https://www.brooksengland.com/en/ResampleImg.ashx?imgurl=../images/shop/shop_saddles/Classic_Saddles___Heavy_Duty/B135/colors/B135_Honey1.jpg[/url]
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Wood rims could go all the way back to the teens. That chainguard was a generic thing from about 1915 to the late 30s. That looks like a New Departure rear hub. That's dateable. Those tires are really expensive.
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oh man, dig the skirt guard... i didn't notice that earlier
what's the bracket hanging off the seatpost binder for?
what's the bracket hanging off the seatpost binder for?
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the bracket hanging is from the rear carrier.Its not connected yet to the seat post bolt.I was amazed at the saddle.it is original.the guy who had it was about my age[60] and said his dad had this bike put away in a dry place for at least 50 years and never changed anything on it.I talked to an Amish gentleman who said he could take the wood rims and put the hard rubber that is used on their wagons for about $40 per wheel and will look very nice as the bike will be a wall hanger when finished.
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