1902 Columbia Shaft Drive
This Columbia bicycle utilized the hi-tech chainless shaft-drive technology to deliver power to the rear wheels via a shaft encased inside the lower right frame tube. The Christy Saddle
This Columbia bicycle utilized the hi-tech chainless shaft-drive technology to deliver power to the rear wheels via a shaft encased inside the lower right frame tube. The Christy Saddle
This great photograph was found on Shorpy.com, but it’s so cool I had to repost it here for your enjoyment! It shows the dealership of H.A. Testard, who sold Bicycles and Automobiles. This was...
Model 400 Columbia chainless bicycle, with full suspension. Notice the unusual leaf-spring front fork. This bicycle was also equipped with a Pope 2-speed “kick-back” rear coaster brake.
Similar to the Indian bicycle. Many interchangeable parts. Some Indian bicycles were manufactured by the Pope Mfg. Co.
Columbia bicycle, built by the Westfield Manufacturing Company. This bike features 28″ single tube whitewall tires and original paint.
The rare motor attachment on this Columbia bicycle was called a “Motorwheel”. It is a coveted collectors item that any collector would be proud to display in their collection.
Columbia Motobike Suberb handsomely finished in Berkshie Blue. Entry Submitted by bill dunham
Dealer brochure for 1934 Columbia bicycles, manufactured by Westfield. The “Twinbar” model is shown. Westfield made a version of this bicycle for Sears to be sold under the Elgin name, still wearing the Twinbar...
Shapleigh’s Hardware Stores, like many other stores all over America, sold bicycles back in the 1930’s. Shapleigh’s brand names for their bicycles were Wonder and Rugby. Judging by these catalog pages, they primarily used...