Schwinn Cycling ’72 Catalog — Paramount and Twinn Tandems, the Paramount Road and Track Bicycles, the Gearing Chart and the Sports Tourer, Varsity Sport and Collegiate

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Schwinn®
Cycling ’72

[Front cover of the Schwinn catalog: the Schwinn logotype in orange letters and “Cycling ’72” in yellow script over a color photograph of six cyclists riding bicycles across a grassy hillside beneath a large tree.]

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CALIFORNIA–Students enjoy cycling as part of their daily life for fun as well as a practical means of getting about the huge University of California campus at Irvine. Safe, convenient bike paths make the going easy from point to point throughout the area.

COME ON IN . . . THE CYCLING’S FINE!
This 1972 Schwinn bike book is dedicated to bicycling . . . throughout the book you’ll find pictures of happy riders taken in many parts of the United States . . . just a sampling of the new, now life of bicycling.
Schwinn, invites you to join with over eight million Americans who each year discover the joy of “getting there under your own power” on a bicycle.
In just the past few years millions of enthusiastic adults have joined the youthful cyclists in sharing the benefits of the out-of-doors.
You see them everywhere–in cities, on the open road, on campuses, in parks, and on the growing number of bicycle paths throughout our beautiful land. Isn’t it time for you?

Wisconsin–They haven’t lost their way–bike trails are clearly marked wherever they go–but they are looking forward to their next adventure along the Cross-Wisconsin Bike path near Sparta, Wisconsin.

The path runs along bubbling streams, over roads via trestles, and through the hills by tunnels. The hard cinder path is laid out over an abandoned railroad right-of-way . . . picturesque and beautiful.

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[Foreword spread of the Schwinn catalog headed “COME ON IN . . . THE CYCLING’S FINE!”, with photographs of students cycling on a campus path (California) and of a man and woman with two bicycles at a tunnel entrance (Wisconsin). The right-hand page prints no folio.]

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FIRST STEPS IN SELECTING YOUR NEW BIKE . . .
Experienced cyclists will all agree–see a reliable bicycle sales and service dealer . . . your nearby Factory Authorized Schwinn Dealer. He’s a bike expert who knows the available models (Schwinn manufactures over 60 with over 300 options). Your Schwinn Dealer will help you with the selection of the right bike for your needs, assemble it, adjust it, and fit it to your comfort at no extra charge. Later on, when you need service, he’ll take care of that, too. Friendly, helpful service is his business, so drop in and get acquainted. It’s the first step to owning a fine Schwinn bicycle of your own.

YOUR FACTORY AUTHORIZED Schwinn DEALER PLEDGE:
Your new Schwinn bike will be assembled, adjusted, and ready-to-ride. Retail price includes assembly.
Your new Schwinn will be fitted to the rider for added safety and comfort–saddle and handlebars adjusted for the best riding position . . . all at no extra charge.
Your new Schwinn will be protected under the Schwinn Guarantee–No Time Limit! (See page 52 for the complete guarantee.)
Your new Schwinn will be eligible for a free 30-day check-up. Service for safety and enjoyment.

Here’s Where To Find . . .
INDEX
Convertible bikes …. 38-39
Exclusive Schwinn Features …. 40
Exercisers …. 18-19
Famous Schwinn Guarantee …. 52
Gear Chart …. 8
Gift Shop …. 26-27
Krate and Manta-Ray models …. 31
Lock your bike …. 24
Ladies’ Lightweight bikes …. 20-23
Men’s Lightweight bikes …. 6, 7, 9 to 15
Junior Lightweight (24 in.) …. 30
Manta-Ray and Krate models …. 31
Middleweight models:
Boys’ and Girls’ 26″ …. 36
Boys’ and Girls’ 20″ …. 37
Parts and Accessories …. 42 to 51
Proper fit …. 16
Bicycle Safety …. 41
Sting-Ray bikes:
Krates …. 31
Boys’ Sting-Rays …. 32 and 34
Girls’ Sting-Rays …. 33 and 34
Tandems …. 4, 5
Tri-Wheeler …. 25
Unicycle …. 40

All bicycle prices shown in this catalog are fair trade prices in states where Fair Trade Laws apply. In other states they are suggested prices.
All prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Suggested prices on parts and accessories do not include installation. Battery operated accessories do not include batteries.

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[Dealer pledge and index spread of the Schwinn catalog: “FIRST STEPS IN SELECTING YOUR NEW BIKE . . .”, a “YOUR FACTORY AUTHORIZED Schwinn DEALER PLEDGE” list and a green “INDEX” panel, with a photograph of a family and a dealer fitting a blue girl’s bicycle in a shop.]

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SUPERB CRAFTSMANSHIP IN THE BICYCLE BUILT-FOR-TWO

Schwinn PARAMOUNT® TANDEMS
If you appreciate the hand-craftsmanship that goes into a fine watch you’ll appreciate the quality you can see as well as feel in the Schwinn Paramount Tandem. A magnificent machine for the luxury minded mature riders who demand the very best. Lightweight chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork. Aluminum alloy rims, 27″ x 1¼” road racing tires. Drop style front handlebars, 10-speed derailleur gears, front and rear center pull brakes, alloy crank sets, and carefully chosen sports equipment.

Available in all Schwinn colors except chrome. Write direct to the factory for full information and specifications.
T22 Paramount Tandem Double Men’s style frame …. $475.00*
T19 Paramount Tandem men’s Front, Step-Through rear frame …. $475.00*
*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[Paramount tandem bicycles, with a photograph of two couples standing beside a green tandem and a blue tandem on a lawn, and the models T22 Paramount Tandem Double Men’s style frame and T19 Paramount Tandem men’s Front, Step-Through rear frame each priced $475.00*.]

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Overlooking the blue Pacific ocean from Corona del Mar. Calif.

Schwinn DELUXE TWINN®
A picnic, a ride around the park, or a twilight jaunt . . . they’re all more fun with a Twinn . . . responsive 5-speed gears help make the ride almost effortless and the hills less steep. Low tandem design, easy to mount . . . chrome fenders, 26″ x 1⅜” nylon cord tires, front caliper and rear internal expander brake. Choice of colors: Campus green, Burgundy, or Kool Lemon.
T13-9 Deluxe Twinn Tandem …. $142.95*

Schwinn TWINN®
Cycling is fun alone, but the fun is doubled on a new tandem. Here’s your chance to share it on the Twinn . . . low tandem frame for easy mounting, Schwinn 26″ x 1¾” nylon cord tires. Full cushioned saddles for comfort, positive action rear coaster brake and front caliper brake. Choice of colors: Campus green, Sierra Brown.
T11 Twinn Tandem …. $111.95*
*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

DOUBLE THE FUN FOR REAL TOGETHERNESS ON A NEW SCHWINN TANDEM

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[Schwinn Deluxe Twinn and Twinn tandem bicycles, with a photograph of a yellow tandem and a green tandem on a lawn beside a picnic blanket and baskets above a bay, and the models T13-9 Deluxe Twinn Tandem at $142.95* and T11 Twinn Tandem at $111.95*.]

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ACCLAIMED!
FIRST ACROSS THE LINE,
THE CHOICE OF
CHAMPIONS!

Schwinn PARAMOUNT®
The bicycle that has become the standard of comparison throughout the world. Only the finest steel alloys are crafted into the lightweight handmade frames that form the heart of this finest of machines. Lightweight frames that combine strength and high performance into one. Every component is carefully chosen, inspected, and fitted for quality, craftsmanship, and performance. Hand-crafted in six frame sizes, with a choice of any Schwinn color. For full information, see your Schwinn Dealer or write direct to the factory for the complete specification sheet. Special frames built to customer’s order at extra cost.

Schwinn PARAMOUNT® TRACK BIKE
At championship cycle tracks from coast-to-coast you’ll find the leaders–professionals or amateurs–astride a Schwinn Paramount. Precision built and designed especially for track use. Short, rigid, upright frame design . . . feather light . . . for high performance. Aluminum alloy rims, Campagnolo Record High flange hubs, tubular 27″ x 1″ silk sew-up track tires. Choice of any Schwinn color.

P14-9 Paramount Track Bike …. $224.95

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[Schwinn Paramount and Paramount Track Bike text on the left page, with the P14-9 Paramount Track Bike priced at $224.95, facing a full-page color photograph of a cyclist in a red jersey riding a red track bicycle on a road. The right page carries no printed lettering or folio.]

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At the hub of student activities, on the campus of the University of California at Irvine.

Schwinn PROFESSIONAL ROAD RACING PARAMOUNT®
Among cycling experts throughout the world, you’ll find the Paramount is America’s contribution to cycling technology and excellence. Handcrafted and equipped with the finest components available. Ten-speed derailleur, 51 to 100 gear. Wide selection of custom equipment . . . all Schwinn colors, including chrome.
P13-9 Professional Road Racing Paramount …. $350.00*

Schwinn DELUXE PARAMOUNT®
Unmatched performance that challenges comparison and featuring the option of 15-speed wide range 31 to 104 derailleur gears. Schwinn high pressure sports touring tires. Handcrafted throughout with the superb craftsmanship that the world has come to expect from the Paramount. Complete choice of all Schwinn colors, including chrome.
P15-9 Deluxe Paramount …. $350.00*
*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

THE VERY BEST
A NEW
SCHWINN
PARAMOUNT
LIGHTWEIGHT

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[Schwinn Professional Road Racing Paramount P13-9 and Deluxe Paramount P15-9 at $350.00* each, below a color photograph of two young men standing with a green and a yellow drop-handlebar bicycle on a university campus. A caption on the photograph names the University of California at Irvine.]

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TECHNICAL MINDED?
HERE IS WHAT
CYCLE GEARING
MEANS TO YOU . . .

Gearing on bicycles is listed as a whole number, such as 70 Gear, used on bicycles for normal riding conditions. This number is related to the distance traveled in one revolution of the crank. The gear number “70” multiplied by Pi (3-1/7) will give the distance traveled in one revolution–or 220 inches.

The lower gears require less pedal effort, but decrease the distance the bicycle travels in one revolution of the pedals. The lower gears are used primarily for pedaling up grade or against the wind.

Conversely, the higher gears require more pedal effort and the distance traveled for one revolution of the pedals increases. These higher gears should be used primarily on down grade or with the wind to maintain the speed attained with little effort.

To lower the gear on a bicycle, you can decrease the size of the front sprocket or increase the size of the rear sprocket. Conversely, to get a higher gear, you can increase the size of the front sprocket or decrease the size of the rear sprocket. On derailleur bicycles, the chain is positioned on different size front or rear sprockets to vary the gearing. On multi-speed hubs, the internal parts shift to accomplish gear change.

CYCLE GEARING CHART

Model | Wheel Size | Front Sprocket | Rear Sprocket | Gear | Inches of travel in one revolution of pedals
Lightweight 24″ with 10-speed | 24″ | (39-52) | (14-17-20-24-28) | |
| | 39T | 28T | Low 33 | 104
| | 39T | 24T | 38 | 119
| | 52T | 28T | 43 | 135
| | 39T | 20T | 48 | 151
| | 52T | 24T | 52 | 164
| | 39T | 17T | 55 | 171[?]
| | 52T | 20T | 62 | 196[?]
| | 39T | 14T | 67 | 210[?]
| | 52T | 17T | 72 | 224
| | 52T | 14T | High 89[?] | 279
Lightweight 26″ with coaster brake (Speedster, Breeze) | 26″ | 46T | 18T | 66 | 207
Lightweight 26″ with 3-speed (Breeze, Speedster) | 26″ | 46T | 18T | Low (25% decrease) 49 | 154
| | | | Normal 66 | 207
| | | | High (33⅓% increase) 88 | 277
Lightweight 26″ with 5-speed (Collegiate) | 26″ | 46T | (14-17-21-26-32) | |
| | | 32T | Low 37 | 116
| | | 26T | 46 | 144
| | | 21T | 57 | 179
| | | 17T | 70 | 220
| | | 14T | High 85 | 251
Lightweight 27″ with 5-speed (Suburban) | 27″ | 46T | (14-17-21-26-32) | |
| | | 32T | Low 39 | 122
| | | 26T | 48 | 151
| | | 21T | 59 | 185
| | | 17T | 73 | 229
| | | 14T | High 89 | 279
Lightweight 27″ with 10-speed (Suburban, Varsity and Continental) | 27″ | (39-52) | (14-17-20-24-28) | |
| | 39T | 28T | Low 38 | 119
| | 39T | 24T | 44 | 138
| | 52T | 28T | 50 | 157
| | 39T | 20T | 53 | 166
| | 52T | 24T | 59[?] | 185
| | 39T | 17T | 62 | 196
| | 52T | 20T | 70 | 220
| | 39T | 14T | 75 | 236
| | 52T | 17T | 83 | 261
| | 52T | 14T | High 100 | 314
Lightweight 27″ with 10-speed (Super Sport) | 27″ | (39-52) | (14-17-21-26-32) | |
| | 39T | 32T | Low 33 | 104
| | 39T | 26T | 41 | 129
| | 52T | 32T | 44 | 138
| | 39T | 21T | 50 | 157
| | 52T | 26T | 54 | 170
| | 39T | 17T | 62 | 196
| | 52T | 21T | 67 | 210
| | 39T | 14T | 75 | 236
| | 52T | 17T | 83 | 261
| | 52T | 14T | High 100 | 314

Model | Wheel Size | Front Sprocket | Rear Sprocket | Gear | Inches of travel in one revolution of pedals
Lightweight 27″ with 10-speed (Sports Tourer) | 27″ | (40-54) | (14-17-22-28-34) | |
| | 40T | 34T | Low 32 | 100
| | 40T | 28T | 37 | 116
| | 54T | 34T | 43 | 135
| | 40T | 22T | 48 | 151
| | 54T | 28T | 52 | 164
| | 40T | 17T | 64 | 200
| | 54T | 22T | 66 | 207
| | 40T | 14T | 78 | 245
| | 54T | 17T | 86 | 270
| | 54T | 14T | High 104 | 327
Lightweight 27″ with 10-speed (Paramount) | 27″ | (49-52) | (14-16-18-23-26) | |
| | 49T | 26T | Low 51 | 160
| | 52T | 26T | 54 | 169[?]
| | 49T | 23T | 58 | 181
| | 52T | 23T | 61 | 192
| | 49T | 18T | 74 | 233
| | 52T | 18T | 78 | 245
| | 49T | 16T | 83 | 261
| | 52T | 16T | 88 | 276
| | 49T | 14T | 95 | 298
| | 52T | 14T | High 100 | 314
Lightweight 27″ with 15-speed (Paramount) | 27″ | (36-49-54) | (14-16-19-25-31) | |
| | 36T | 31T | Low 31 | 102
| | 36T | 25T | 39 | 122
| | 49T | 31T | 43 | 135
| | 54T | 31T | 47 | 148
| | 36T | 19T | 51 | 160
| | 49T | 25T | 53 | 166
| | 54T | 25T | 58 | 182
| | 36T | 16T | 61 | 192
| | 36T | 14T | 69 | 217
| | 49T | 19T | 70 | 220
| | 54T | 19T | 77 | 242
| | 49T | 16T | 83 | 261
| | 54T | 16T | 91 | 286
| | 49T | 14T | 95 | 298
| | 54T | 14T | High 104 | 327
Tandem with coaster brake | 26″ | 46T | 18T | 66 | 207
Tandem with 5-speed (Deluxe Twin) | 26″ | 46T | (14-17-21-26-32) | |
| | | 32T | Low 37 | 116
| | | 26T | 46 | 144
| | | 21T | 57 | 179
| | | 17T | 70 | 220
| | | 14T | High 85 | 251
Tandem with 10-speed (Paramount) | 27″ | (36-52) | (14-16-19-25-31) | |
| | 36T | 31T | Low 31 | 102
| | 36T | 25T | 39 | 122
| | 52T | 31T | 45 | 141
| | 36T | 19T | 51 | 160
| | 52T | 25T | 56 | 176
| | 36T | 16T | 61 | 192
| | 36T | 14T | 69 | 217
| | 52T | 19T | 74 | 233
| | 52T | 16T | 88 | 276
| | 52T | 14T | High 100 | 314

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[Cycle Gearing Chart in two panels of Schwinn lightweight, Sports Tourer, Paramount and tandem models, listing wheel size, front and rear sprockets, gear numbers and inches of travel, beside a page of text on what cycle gearing means. The chart is printed in yellow and blue columns on a red page.]

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SOMETHING EXTRA FOR
THE RIDER WHO
DEMANDS SPECIAL
PERFORMANCE

Schwinn SPORTS TOURER®
A quality collection of internationally known bicycle components brought together by Schwinn in a unique design for the serious cyclist. Featuring 3-piece aluminum alloy crank set, chrome molybdenum frame . . . lightweight with high strength, 10-speed wide range rear derailleur, a wide range 5-gear gear cluster with 1″ pitch—a gear range of 32 to 104. Large flange quick release hubs, chrome plated spokes, aluminum rims, Schwinn high performance nylon tires, drop style handlebars, chrome trimmed front fork.

Colors: Kool Lemon, Sierra Brown, Opaque Green, and Opaque Blue.

Model 832 | 22″ frame Sports Tourer …. $196.00*
Model 834 | 24″ frame Sports Tourer …. $196.00*
Model 836 | 26″ frame Sports Tourer …. $196.00*

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[Schwinn Sports Tourer with models 832, 834 and 836 priced at $196.00* each, facing a color photograph of a man in a striped shirt and shorts standing behind a lime green drop-handlebar bicycle on a grassy lawn. The folio 9 sits at the lower right corner of the photograph.]

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Bicycles are a part of the daily life at the campus of the University of California at Irvine.

DESIGNED FOR THE
DEMANDS OF THE
“REGULAR” RIDER

Schwinn SUPER SPORT™
Designed with the adult cyclist in mind–the rider who wants outstanding performance and a better bike with precision engineered components. Test ride the Schwinn Super Sport with hand brazed chrome molybdenum alloy steel lightweight frame. Choice of 10-speeds in a wide range derailleur gear, 33 to 100 ratio; wide range 5-cog cluster, Schwinn-Approved 27″ x 1¼” high performance sports touring tires, Schwinn Twin-Stik™ gear controls located at the handlebar stem, Dual position handbrake levers and quick release hubs.

Choice of colors: Kool Lemon, Opaque Green, and Opaque Blue.

Model 822 | 22″ frame Super Sport …. $136.95*
Model 824 | 24″ frame Super Sport …. $136.95*
Model 826 | 26″ frame Super Sport …. $136.95*

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[Schwinn Super Sport models 822, 824 and 826 priced at $136.95* each, beside a color photograph of a young man riding a light blue drop-handlebar bicycle past a bicycle parking sign. A caption on the photograph names the University of California at Irvine.]

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MORE BIKE WITH GEARS FOR THE MAN-ABOUT-TOWN

Schwinn CONTINENTAL®

Whether it’s a trip to the pool, the daily after-work ride along the bikeway, or the long ride over the country road, the Schwinn Continental brings a new dimension to bike riding. An outstanding combination of cycling features including the lightweight diamond style frame, 10-speed 38 to 100 derailleur gear, Twin-Stik™ gear shift located for convenience and safety at the handlebar stem, dual position caliper brakes that provide quick, sure stops with the touch of the fingertips, quick release hubs, 27″ x 1¼” Schwinn-Approved Puff nylon cord tires, and lightweight steel rims.

Choice of colors: Kool Lemon, Sierra Brown, and Burgundy.

Model 322 | 22″ frame Continental …. $104.95*
Model 324 | 24″ frame Continental …. $104.95*
Model 326 | 26″ frame Continental …. $104.95*

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[Schwinn Continental ten-speed bicycle with a red frame, ridden by a young man in a yellow shirt beside a swimming pool while a woman in a purple bikini and sun hat and a second man look on. The left page carries the heading “More bike with gears for the man-about-town”, a description of the Continental, three model numbers with prices and a price footnote.]

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This famous U.S. Coastguard W.W. II Grumman J2 F-6 Duck is a favorite attraction at the Frank Tallman Air Museum, Orange County, Calif.

CHOICE OF SPEEDS, 27-INCH WHEELS, A HANDSOME SCHWINN LOADED WITH FEATURES

Schwinn SUBURBAN®

Tourist styling for those who prefer a more upright riding position . . . The Schwinn Suburban features the sturdy diamond style frame; 27″ x 1¼” nylon cord, Puff tires; Tubular front fork; deluxe mattress style saddle; and attractive coach trim. Choice of frame sizes, three gear options, and colors. Sierra Brown, Campus Green, or Burgundy.

10-SPEED 38 TO 100 GEAR
Model 620 | 20″ frame Suburban …. $94.95*
Model 622 | 22″ frame Suburban …. $94.95*
Model 624 | 24″ frame Suburban …. $94.95*

5-SPEED 39 TO 89 GEAR
Model 520 | 20″ frame Suburban …. $86.95*
Model 522 | 22″ frame Suburban …. $86.95*
Model 524 | 24″ frame Suburban …. $86.95*

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[Two bicycles, one with a red frame and one with a dark green frame, on a tarmac beside a white biplane flying boat, with a man in a red shirt holding a camera. A photograph caption sits at the upper left, and the right page carries the heading “Choice of speeds, 27-inch wheels, a handsome Schwinn loaded with features”, the Schwinn Suburban description and two lists of models with prices.]

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The legendary World War II B-17 bomber forms a stirring backdrop at the Frank Tallman Air Museum, Orange County, Calif.

Schwinn VARSITY® SPORT

At home, on the campus, in town, or on a country lane . . . Selected features and equipment usually found on bikes costing much more. Diamond style lightweight frame, Twin-Stik™ gear shift controls, 10-speed derailleur, 38 to 100 gear, 27″ x 1¼” sports touring tires, drop handlebars, and dual position brake levers. Four frame sizes.

Colors: Kool Lemon, Sierra Brown, and Campus Green.

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

VARSITY SPORT WITHOUT FENDERS
Model 120 20″ frame Varsity …. $89.95*
Model 122 22″ frame Varsity …. $89.95*
Model 124 24″ frame Varsity …. $89.95*
Model 126 26″ frame Varsity …. $89.95*

VARSITY SPORT WITH FENDERS
Model 220 20″ frame Varsity …. $96.95*
Model 222 22″ frame Varsity …. $96.95*
Model 224 24″ frame Varsity …. $96.95*
Model 226 26″ frame Varsity …. $96.95*

AMERICA’S FAVORITE LIGHTWEIGHT BIKE WITH GEARS

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[Two Varsity Sport bicycles, one brown and one yellow, with two standing men in front of a large military bomber airplane, with a photograph caption at the upper right. Below the photograph are the Schwinn Varsity Sport description, two lists of models with prices and the heading “America’s favorite lightweight bike with gears”.]

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WIDE CHOICE OF FRAME SIZES TO FIT ALL MEN—SHORT AND TALL

Schwinn COLLEGIATE®

Popular priced men’s lightweight equipped with a durable 5-speed derailleur and a 5-cog cluster, 37 to 85 gear. Single-Stik™ shift control mounted at handlebar stem for convenience. 26″ x 1⅜” touring tires. Choice of colors: Sierra Brown, Campus Green, or Kool Lemon.

Schwinn COLLEGIATE® TOURIST
Model 717 | 17″ frame Collegiate …. $79.95*
Model 720 | 20″ frame Collegiate …. $79.95*
Model 722 | 22″ frame Collegiate …. $79.95*
Model 724 | 24″ frame Collegiate …. $79.95*

Schwinn COLLEGIATE® SPORT
Model 740 | 20″ frame Collegiate …. $82.95*
Model 742 | 22″ frame Collegiate …. $82.95*

*All prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

Beautiful architecture and awe inspiring views highlight the Campus of the University of California at Irvine.

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[Two bicycles, one yellow and one brown, with two standing young men in front of a large columned building, with a caption about the University of California at Irvine. The left page carries the heading “Wide choice of frame sizes to fit all men”, the Schwinn Collegiate description and Collegiate Tourist and Collegiate Sport models with prices.]