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
Deluxe Indian bicycle. Called a “motorbike” in reference to the similar look to a motorcycle.
Note the large chainring on this blue and red Schwinn built Excelsior bicycle. Outrageous colors were often used by Schwinn during this era. The oversize chain ring and the red and blue paint job...
Early Indian bicycle, when they were still manufactured by the Hendee Mfg. Co.
Similar to the Indian bicycle. Many interchangeable parts. Some Indian bicycles were manufactured by the Pope Mfg. Co.
Gormully & Jeffery were known for making high quality bicycles, and later for making Rambler automobiles.
Rare 1902 G&J Rambler chainless, featuring rococo lug work that was a trademark feature of their bicycles. The shaft that drives the rear wheel runs through the lower right tubing. Rococo lug work is...