I have been riding an old Pinnacle bike I purchased for 5 dollars from a thrift shop. I dont really know much about it, and am curious if anyone has any insight about the bike. It's a 12 speed, cottered crank, etc. I searched google and on the forums and couldnt find anything on the it. Any thoughts?

Is it made by these guys? https://pinnaclebicycles.com/

Pictures may help.

Hmmm, I would provide photos except I just painted the frame, as its previous paint job was in rough shape to say the least. I would put it at maybe mid eighties for age, though I couldnt really tell you. I'll look more closely and see if i can find any more distinct markings etc.

Man, do I feel like an idiot, I remembered one of the markings on the top tube decal, and googled it and got results right away. https://velospace.org/node/6672
thats the same frameset, same original color etc. looks to be a late 70's pinnacle FS12 from sears?
huh, well, guess i'll keep looking for more info.

5 bucks? Sounds like a "Catch Of The Day" to me

You need to post pics in the Classic and Vintage forum. They will be happy to help you out with any info needed.

alright, sweet, I'll give them a hollar over there, thanks for the help.