History of Roamer bicycles isn’t easy to find, the best information we have is from the badge which usually states “Roamer D.P. Harris NY”. D.P. Harris didn’t make bicycles, but they marketed and distributed bikes made by HP Snyder out of Little Falls, NY. So, I’m confident this brand was manufactured by HP Snyder. HereContinue reading “Roamer Bicycles History”
Category Archives: Vintage Bicycles
Tommaso Bicycles History
Tommaso started in 1985 as the house brand for Ten Speed Drive Imports (TSDI) out of Melbourne Beach, Florida. The name can from the owner, Tom Eason, Tommaso is Italian for Thomas. Italian frames were imported and then painted and built in the USA. I haven’t been able to confirm, but I believe TSDI wasContinue reading “Tommaso Bicycles History”
Vintage Fuji Bicycle History and Facts
The history of Fuji bikes going all the way back to 1899 with it was founded by Okazaki Kyujiro. It began as an importer of US and English bicycles and then began manufacturing in Japan in the late 1920s. Toshoku America acquired distribution rights to Fuji made bikes in the 1950s. They sold private-label bikesContinue reading “Vintage Fuji Bicycle History and Facts”
Dawes Cycles History and Facts
Dawes Cycles Ltd was founded in Wharf Dale, Tyseley England in 1926. The brand has a good reputation for quality bikes and is one of the few English brands that has survived till the present day. Dawes was mostly known for touring bikes but also made some good racing bikes and have sponsored many proContinue reading “Dawes Cycles History and Facts”
Holdsworth Bicycles History and Facts
Holdsworth was founded in London, England in 1927 by William Frank “Sandy” Holdsworth. The company would become one of the most famous names in British cycling. Known for making high quality road bikes. It started when Sandy Holdsworth bought Ashlone Cycle Works. The shop was located at 132 Lower Richmond Rd. Some frame building startedContinue reading “Holdsworth Bicycles History and Facts”
1952 Schwinn Panther
I think Schwinn tank bikes are some of the best-looking vintage bikes, and this 1952 Panther is a great example. It is a super cool cruiser bike with a great vintage look. The tank and the chrome on these just look classic to me, have a look at this example: Model D27 Retail price $69.95Continue reading “1952 Schwinn Panther”
Shimano Altus LT
The Shimano Altus derailleurs and shifters were made in the late 70s and early 80s. They were lower high-level components that would compare to today 105 or Tiagra. I had this group on my 1981 Schwinn Super Le Tour. Rear Dearailleur Capacity: Front Difference – 13 teeth, Rear Largest Sprocket – 28 teeth Weight: 262Continue reading “Shimano Altus LT”
Raleigh Bicycles History and Facts
Raleigh is one of the most iconic bicycle brands with a history that goes all the way back to 1888. It was founded by Frank Bowden who bought Woodhead and Angois and changed the name to The Raleigh Cycle Company. Manufacturing was based in Nottingham, England and by 1913 the company was the largest bicycle manufacturerContinue reading “Raleigh Bicycles History and Facts”
Vintage Bottecchia bicycles history and facts
Italian bicycle company that is named after Ottavio Bottecchia, the first Italian cyclist to win the Tour de France in 1924. He would also win the Tour in 1925. The company’s history goes back to 1924 when it was started by Teodoro Carnielli. The company was owned by the Carnielli family until 1999 when itContinue reading “Vintage Bottecchia bicycles history and facts”
Vintage Zeus Bicycle and Component History and Facts
Zeus is the only company that I know of that made bikes and almost all the parts. They made frames, brakes, derailleurs, pedals, cranks, seatposts… I think this really sets them apart from other bike companies in history. They seem to be rare in my area as I have seen very few of them forContinue reading “Vintage Zeus Bicycle and Component History and Facts”
Frugal Average Bicyclist 