Dave's Vintage Bicycles

1892 Columbia CENTURY model # 30

1892 Columbia CENTURY model # 30

This “safety” bike was named the Century because it was built 400 years after Columbus discovered America. It came with a 30 inch front wheel and a 28 inch rear wheel. It has pneumatic...

1891 Union No.12 Anti-Vibratory Safety

  Originally published in Classic Bicycle News by Scott McCaskey Union Cycle Manufacturing Co got it’s start in 1890 when it purchased the plant, patents and inventory from the Springfield Manufacturing Company. Springfield was primarily...

1890’s Shelby Ideal Ladies Model

1890’s Shelby Ideal Ladies Model

This Shelby built Ideal ladies model features a unique saddle. Notice the interesting head badge that is designed to look like a sprocket. Unique head badge is shaped like a sprocket.