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1975

Serial # (Chicago: A-M L 000001-999999) | (Japan: 001-365 5) | (Paramount A-M 75 01-99)

1975 COLLEGIATE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
737
740
742

787
789
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Lime Green
Yellow
17"
20"
22"

17"
19"
26" x 1-3/8" $121.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Name on chain guard. colors were Flamboyant Red, Lime Green, and Yellow. Frame sizes men’s 17", 20", 22"; women’s (new)(curved bar) 17", 19". $121.95. Optional chrome fenders, $9.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 COLLEGIATE (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
717
720
722
724

767
769
772
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Lime Green
Yellow
17"
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
26" x 1-3/8" $116.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Chrome fenders. Name on chain guard. colors were Flamboyant Red, Lime Green, and Yellow. Frame sizes men’s 17", 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". $116.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 VARSITY (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
120
122
124
126

167
169
172
Varsity 10-Speed (Men's)
Varsity 10-Speed (Ladies')
Chestnut
Lime Green
Yellow
20"
22"
24
26"

17"
19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $129.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Chestnut, Lime Green, and Yellow. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". Chrome fenders available. $129.95. Optional chrome fenders, $9.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 SUBURBAN (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
520
522
524

567
569
572

620
622
624

667
669
672
Suburban 5-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 5-Speed (Ladies')
Suburban 10-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Lime Green
Chestnut
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $124.95
(5-Speed)

$134.95
(10-Speed)

10 & 5 speed. The 10 speed has 38 to 100 gear range, stem shifters and a chain wheel guard. The five speed has 39 to 89 gear range. Handlebar ratchet shifter?, and chain guard. 5 speed has 4 circle chain wheel? Both have oval head badges, painted fenders, painted tubular fork, side pull brakes, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on down tube. colors were Sky Blue, Lime Green, and Chestnut. Frame sizes; men’s 20", 22", 24", women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". $124.95 (5-speed), $134.95 (10-speed). Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 SPRINT (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
422
424
Sprint 10-Speed (Men's)
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
Chestnut
22"
24"
27" x 1-1/4" $149.95

10 speed. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-260 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Painted tubular fork. 27 x 1¼ tires. Special short wheelbase frame with bent seat tube. These frames have a 1" shorter top tube than the 1974 models. Looks like it falls between the Varsity and the Continental. colors were Sky Blue, Flamboyant Red, and Chestnut. Frame sizes men’s 22", 24". $149.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 CONTINENTAL (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
320
322
324
326

369
372
Continental 10-Speed (Men's)
Continental 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Chestnut
Yellow
20"
22"
24"
26"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $144.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-260 front derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. Alloy Randonneur handlebars. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Painted tubular fork. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue, Chestnut, and Yellow. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 19", 22". $144.95. Optional chrome fenders, $9.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 TRAVELER (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
W21
W23

W69
Traveler 10-Speed (Men's)
Traveler 10-Speed (Ladies')
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
21"
23"

19"
27" x 1-1/4" $129.95

10 speed. Imported from Japan? First year for this model. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Ashtabula crank set. Chain wheel guard. 1020 steel lugged frame with single butted top and bottom tubes. Round head badge. Name on down tube. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebar. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Araya steel rims. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Opaque Blue, and Opaque Red. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23"; women’s (straight bar) 19". $129.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 LE TOUR (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
LT1
LT3
LT5

L69
L72
Le Tour 10-Speed (Men's)
Le Tour 10-Speed (Ladies')
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Yellow
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $159.95

10 speed. Imported from Japan. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chain wheel guard. Lugged frame with single butted top and bottom tubes (bottom tube not butted on 25" frame). Round head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Chrome tipped tubular fork. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Opaque Blue, Opaque Red, and Yellow. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s Mixte (new) 19", 22". $159.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 SPORTS TOURER (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
832
834
836
Sports Tourer 10-Speed (Men's)
Sky Blue
Lime Green
Yellow
22"
24"
26"
27" x 1-1/4" $209.95

10 speed. Stem shifters. 32 to 104 gear range. GT-300 rear derailluer, GT-260 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chain wheel guard. 4130 chrome-moly fillet-brazed main frame with 1020 carbon steel rear stays. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. Round head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Aluminum rims. colors were Sky Blue, Lime Green, and Yellow. Frame sizes 22", 24", 26". $209.95. Optional Schwinn Approved ratchet type handlebar tip derailleur controls, $10.95; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 VOYAGEUR II (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
V23
V25
Voyageur II 10-Speed (Men's)
Silver
Opaque Red
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $335.00

10 speed. Imported. Barcon shifters. 33 to 100 gear range. GT-300 rear derailleur, Shimano "Titleist" front derailleur. Shimano alloy cotterless crank set. Double butted 4130 chrome-moly lugged frame with chromed head tube lugs. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Chain wheel guard. Round head badge. Name on down tube. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. Araya steel rims with quick release hubs and 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Silver and Opaque Red. Frame sizes men’s 23" and 25". $335.00. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1975 PARAMOUNT P13-9 (road racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P13-9 Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Chestnut
Sky Blue
Radiant Coppertone
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $575.00

Model P13-9 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Professional Road Racing Paramount: 10 speed, 51 to 100 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crank set (49/52). 14-16-18-23-26 gold colored freewheel cluster (another racing cluster available). Campagnolo "Record" front, and "Nouvo Record" rear derailleurs. Schwinn Approved alloy center pull brakes with hooded quick release lever. Unica-Nitor saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo "Superleggeri" pedals. Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick release hubs with Schwinn Approved alloy rims and 27" Clement "50" cotton tubular tires. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Available in all Schwinn colors. $575.00.
  • MODEL: P13-9 Paramount Professional Road Racer.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes - 20" to 26".
    • Reynolds 531 tubing throughout.
    • Nervex "Professional" lugs.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends. (Not equipped for fender or carrier mounting)
    • Sprint style frame available in frame sizes 21" through 25" at extra cost.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Head lugs, fork crown and 6" of the front and rear fork ends are chrome plated.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick-release hubs.
      • Aluminum alloy rims.
      • .080-.060 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • 27" x 1-1/4" Clement No. 50 cotton sew-up tires with butyl tubes.
    • Optional at extra cost --
      • Clement "Campionato del Mondo" silk sew-ups.
      • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo "Strada."
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo "Record" double plateau chain set (49-52 teeth).
    • 170mm (6-3/4") cranks.
    • 42-52 teeth chain ring is available at no extra cost.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Campagnolo "Nuovo Record" rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo "Record" front derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14-16-18-23-26 teeth.
    • Optional freewheel cluster with 14-16-18-21-24 teeth available at no extra cost.
    • Gear range is 51 low to 100 high.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn-Approved fingertip ratchet controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls available at extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • Weinmann alloy center-pull brakes with hooded quick-release levers.
    • Dual position levers available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo side-pull caliper brakes available at extra cost. (Dual position levers not available on Campy brakes.)
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • Campagnolo tools for crank removal, saddle and derailleur adjustment are included, as well as an Allen wrench for handlebar stem adjustment.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 23 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

1975 PARAMOUNT P15-9/P65-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P15-9
P65
Paramount 15-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 15-Speed (Ladies')
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Chestnut
Sky Blue
Radiant Coppertone
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $575.00

Model P15-9 (Men's), Model P65-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 15 speed, 31 to 104 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crank set (36/46/54). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Schwinn Approved GT 300 rear derailleur, Campagnolo front. Schwinn Approved alloy center pull brakes with hooded quick release levers. Side pull brakes available on custom built frames. Unica-Nitor saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo "Superleggeri" pedals. Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick release hubs with Weinmann alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" clincher tires. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard men’s frame sizes from 20" to 26", women’s 20" & 22". Available in all Schwinn colors. $575.00.
  • MODEL: P15-9 Paramount Men's 15-Speed Deluxe Tourer.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes - 20" to 26".
    • Reynolds 531 tubing throughout.
    • Nervex "Professional" lugs.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends with eyelets for fenders or carrier mounting.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Head lugs, fork crown and 6" of the front and rear fork ends are chrome plated.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick-release hubs.
      • Aluminum alloy rims.
      • .080-.060 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure "Le Tour" clincher type tires.
    • Optional at extra cost --
      • Clement No. 50 cotton sew-up tires.
      • Clement "Campionato del Mondo" silk sew-up tires.
      • Lightweight chrome plated steel fenders.
      • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
      • Thorn-resisting tubes available on standard "Le Tour" tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo "Strada."
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo "Record" triple plateau chain set (36-46-54 teeth).
    • 170mm (6-3/4") crank length.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Scwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo "Record" front derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14-16-19-25-31 teeth.
    • Gear range is 31 low to 104 high.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn-Approved fingertip ratchet controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls available at extra cost.
  • brakeS:
    • Weinmann alloy center-pull caliper brakes with hooded quick-release levers.
    • Dual position levers available at no extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • Campagnolo tools for crank removal, saddle and derailleur adjustments are included, as well as an Allen wrench for handlebar stem adjustment.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

  • MODEL: P65-9 Paramount Ladies' 15-Speed Deluxe Tourer.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in two frame sizes - 20" and 22".
    • Reynolds 531 tubing throughout.
    • Nervex "Professional" lugs.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends equipped with eyelets for fenders or carrier mounting.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Head lugs, fork crown and 6" of the front and rear fork ends are chrome plated.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick-release hubs.
      • Aluminum alloy rims.
      • .080-.060 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure "Le Tour" clincher type tires.
    • Optional at extra cost --
      • Clement No. 50 cotton sew-up tires.
      • Clement "Campionato del Mondo" silk sew-up tires.
      • Lightweight chrome plated steel fenders.
      • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
      • Thorn-resisting tubes available on standard "Le Tour" tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo "Strada."
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo "Record" triple plateau chain set (36-46-54 teeth).
    • 170mm (6-3/4") cranks.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Scwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo "Record" front derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14-16-19-25-31 teeth.
    • Gear range is 31 low to 104 high.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn-Approved fingertip ratchet controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls available at extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • Weinmann center-pull caliper brakes with hooded quick-release levers.
    • Dual position levers available at no extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • Campagnolo tools for crank removal, saddle and derailleur adjustments are included, as well as an Allen wrench for handlebar stem adjustment.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

1975 PARAMOUNT P10-9/P60-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P10-9
P60
Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 10-Speed (Ladies')
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Chestnut
Sky Blue
Radiant Coppertone
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $575.00

Model P10-9 (Men's), Model P60-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 10 speed. Same as P15-9 but with 49/52 crank set ,14-16-18-23-26 freewheel cluster, and Campagnolo Nouvo Record rear derailleur. Optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25" on men’s. $575.00.
  • MODEL: P10-9 Paramount Men's 10-Speed Deluxe Tourer.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes - 20" to 26".
    • Reynolds 531 tubing throughout.
    • Nervex "Professional" lugs.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends equipped with eyelets for fenders or carrier mounting.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Head lugs, fork crown and 6" of the front and rear fork ends are chrome plated.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick-release hubs.
      • Aluminum alloy rims.
      • .080-.060 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure "Le Tour" clincher type tires.
    • Optional at extra cost --
      • Clement No. 50 cotton sew-up tires.
      • Clement "Campionato del Mondo" silk sew-up tires.
      • Lightweight chrome plated steel fenders.
      • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
      • Thorn-resisting tubes available on standard "Le Tour" tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo "Strada."
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo "Record" double plateau chain set (49-52 teeth).
    • Optional 42-52 teeth chain set available at no extra cost.
    • 170mm (6-3/4") crank length.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Campagnolo "Nuovo Record" rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo "Record" front derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14-16-18-23-26 teeth.
    • Optional freewheel cluster with 14-16-18-21-24 teeth available at no extra cost.
    • Gear range is 51 low to 100 high.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn-Approved fingertip ratchet controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls available at extra cost.
  • brakeS:
    • Weinmann alloy center-pull caliper brakes with hooded quick-release levers.
    • Dual position levers available at no extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • Campagnolo tools for crank removal, saddle and derailleur adjustments are included, as well as an Allen wrench for handlebar stem adjustment.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

  • MODEL: P60-9 Paramount Ladies' 10-Speed Deluxe Tourer.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in two frame sizes - 20" and 22".
    • Reynolds 531 tubing throughout.
    • Nervex "Professional" lugs.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends equipped with eyelets for fenders or carrier mounting.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Head lugs, fork crown and 6" of the front and rear fork ends are chrome plated.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick-release hubs.
      • Aluminum alloy rims.
      • .080-.060 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure "Le Tour" clincher type tires.
    • Optional at extra cost --
      • Clement No. 50 cotton sew-up tires.
      • Clement "Campionato del Mondo" silk sew-up tires.
      • Lightweight chrome plated steel fenders.
      • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
      • Thorn-resisting tubes available on standard "Le Tour" tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo "Strada."
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo "Record" double plateau chain set (49-52 teeth).
    • Optional 42-52 teeth chain set available at no extra cost.
    • 170mm (6-3/4") cranks.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Campagnolo "Nuovo Record" rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo "Record" front derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14-16-18-23-26 teeth.
    • Optional freewheel cluster with 14-16-18-21-24 teeth available at no extra cost.
    • Gear range is 51 low to 100 high.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn-Approved fingertip ratchet controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls available at extra cost.
  • brakeS:
    • Weinmann alloy center-pull caliper brakes with hooded quick-release levers.
    • Dual position levers available at no extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • Campagnolo tools for crank removal, saddle and derailleur adjustments are included, as well as an Allen wrench for handlebar stem adjustment.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

1975 PARAMOUNT P14 (track racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P14-9 Paramount Track (Men's)
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Chestnut
Sky Blue
Radiant Coppertone
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $350.00

Model P14 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Professional Track Paramount: Short, rigid, upright, frame design. Campagnolo "Record" crankset. Campagnolo large flange hubs with Schwinn Approved 330 gram alloy rims with spoke ferrules and Clement #9 track cotton tires and tubes. #3 silk optional at extra cost. 16 tooth rear sprocket. Cinelli #14 track bars and steel track stem. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Campagnolo track pedals with Christophe toe clips. Unica-Nitor saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Chrome plating on head lugs and fork crown available at no extra cost. Available in all Schwinn colors. $350.00.
  • MODEL: P14-0 Paramount Track Bike.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes - 20" to 26".
    • Reynolds 531 tubing throughout.
    • Nervex "Professional" lugs.
    • Campagnolo track fork ends.
    • Sprint style frame available in frame sizes 21" through 25" at extra cost.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • 6" of the front and rear fork tips are chrome plated.
    • Chrome head lugs and fork crown available at extra cost.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange track hubs.
      • .080-.060 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • Clement No. 9 cotton sew-ups on Schwinn-Approved 330 gram alloy rims with nipple ferrules.
    • Optional at extra cost --
      • Clement No. 3 silk sew-up tires.
      • Extra light 260 gram alloy rims.
  • SPROCKET:
    • 50 teeth front sprocket is standard.
    • 16 teeth rear sprocket is standard.
    • 15 teeth rear sprocket available at no extra cost.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli No. 14 steel track handlebar and steel track stem are standard.
    • Adjustable Cinelli steel stem available at extra cost.
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy road handlebar and stem available at extra cost.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo "Record" track crankset.
    • 165mm (6-1/2") crank arms.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo "Strada."
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo track pedals with Christophe toe clips.
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals available at extra cost.
  • brakeS:
    • Not normally supplied.
    • Weinmann side-pull front caliper brake available at extra cost.
    • Drilled fork crown available extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • Campagnolo tools for crank removal, crank adjustment and saddle adjustment are included.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 20 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size.

1975 PARAMOUNT T19/T22 (tandem)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T19
T22
Paramount Tandem 10-Speed
(Men's/Step-Though)

Paramount Tandem 10-Speed
(Men's/Men's's)
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Chestnut
Sky Blue
Radiant Coppertone
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $695.00

Model T19 (Men's front, Step-through rear frame), Model T22 (Double Men's style frame). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. 10 speed. 31 to 100 gear range. Alloy cotterless crank set (36/52). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Campagnolo "Record" front and Schwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleurs. Chrome-moly alloy steel short coupled (curved rear seat tube) frame. Campagnolo large flange hubs with alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" high pressure LeTour gumwall tires. Alloy Randonneur front and All-Rounder rear handlebars. Campagnolo "Nouvo Tipo" pedals. Weinmann (photos show Mafac) centerpull brakes. Unica saddles with Campagnolo seat posts. Available in all Schwinn colors. $695.00.
  • MODEL: T19-9 and T22-9 Paramount 10-Speed Tandem.
  • FRAME:
    • Sprint style frame is standard.
    • T19 models have a men's style front and "mixte" (step-through) style rear.
    • Two frame sizes are available: 22" front with 19" rear or 24" front with 22" rear.
    • T22 models are equipped with a double men's frame in either 22" front and rear or 24" front and rear.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
    • Frames are built of chrome-moly steel alloy tubing with brazed-in reinforcing sleeves at major frame joints.
    • All frames are hand brazed.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Avaiable in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
  • WHEELS/TIRES:
    • Standard equipment --
      • Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick-release hubs.
      • Aluminum alloy rims.
      • .092-.080 ga. butted chrome spokes.
      • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure "Le Tour" clincher type tires.
      • Optional at extra cost -- thorn-resisting tubes.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • "Randonneur" aluminum front handlebar.
    • "All-Rounder" aluminum rear handlebar.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo "Superleggeri" black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips.
  • CRANKSET:
    • T.A. aluminum cotterless 170mm (6-3/4") cranks.
    • 36-52 teeth main chain wheel.
    • 32 teeth front and rear drive sprockets.
    • Regina "Oro" chain.
  • brakeS: Because of the design of the T19, Schwinn-Approved center-pull brakes are used on the rear wheel; Mafac "Cyclomoteur" brakes are used on the front wheel. On T22 models, Mafac "Cyclomoteur" brazed-on Tandem brakes are utilized on both front and rear.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo "Record" front derailleur.
    • 14-16-19-25-31 teeth freewheel cluster.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik controls are standard.
    • Schwinn-Approved fingertip ratchet controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls available at extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather-covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks "Professional" saddle available at no extra cost.
  • TOOLS:
    • T.A. tools for crank removal and Campagnolo tools for saddle and derailleur adjustment are included.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Both the T19 and T22 tandems weigh approximately 43 pounds, subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

1976

Serial # (Chicago: A-M M 000001-999999) | (Japan: 001-366 6) | (Paramount A-M 76 01-99)

1976 COLLEGIATE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
737
740
742
744

787
789
792
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Lime Green
17"
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
26" x 1-3/8" $127.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Name on chain guard. colors were Flamboyant Red and Lime Green. Frame sizes men’s 17", 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". Chrome fenders available. $127.95. Optional chrome fenders, $9.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 COLLEGIATE (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
717
720
722
724

767
769
772
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Lime Green
17"
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
26" x 1-3/8" $122.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Chrome fenders. Name on chain guard. colors were Flamboyant Red and Lime Green. Frame sizes men’s 17", 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". $122.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 VARSITY (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
120
122
124
126

167
169
172
Varsity 10-Speed (Men's)
Varsity 10-Speed (Ladies')
Chestnut
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
White
(Bicentennial)
20"
22"
24
26"

17"
19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $136.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Chestnut, Lime Green, Flamboyant Red, and White (with bicentennial decals). Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". Chrome fenders available. $136.95. Optional chrome fenders, $9.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 SUBURBAN (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
520
522
524

567
569
572

620
622
624

667
669
672
Suburban 5-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 5-Speed (Ladies')
Suburban 10-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Chestnut
Black
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $131.95
(5-Speed)

$141.95
(10-Speed)

10 & 5 speed. The 10 speed has 38 to 100 gear range, stem shifters and a chain wheel guard. The five speed has 39 to 89 gear range. Handlebar ratchet shifter?, and chain guard. 5 speed has 4 circle chain wheel? Both have oval head badges, painted fenders, painted tubular fork, side pull brakes, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on top tube. colors were Sky Blue, Chestnut, and Black. Frame sizes; men’s 20", 22", 24", women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". $131.95 (5-speed), $141.95 (10-speed). Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 SPRINT (sport)



Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
422
424
Sprint 10-Speed (Men's)
Yellow
Sky Blue
Silver Mist
Chestnut
22"
24"
27" x 1-1/4"

Not in the catalogs. 10 speed. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-260 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Painted tubular fork. 27 x 1¼ tires. Special short wheelbase frame with bent seat tube. These frames have a 1" shorter top tube than the 1974 models. Looks like it falls between the Varsity and the Continental. A possible summer run to blow out overstock or warranty frames (frames all seem to have '75 date codes, but badges would have '76 assembly dates). Used '76 style decals. colors were Yellow, Sky Blue, Silver Mist and Chestnut. Frame sizes men’s 22", 24". Not sure of pricing.

1976 CONTINENTAL (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
330
332
334
336

379
382
Continental 10-Speed (Men's)
Continental 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Chestnut
Silver Mist
20"
22"
24"
26"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $149.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-260 front derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. Name on top tube(new). Alloy Randonneur handlebars. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Full chrome tubular fork. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue, Chestnut, and Silver Mist. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 19", 22". Chrome fenders available. $149.95. Optional chrome fenders, $9.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 TRAVELER (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
W21
W23
W25

W69
W72
Traveler 10-Speed (Men's)
Traveler 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $136.95

10 speed. Imported from Japan?. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano GT-120(?) rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Ashtabula crank set. Chain wheel guard. 1020 steel lugged frame with single butted top and bottom tubes. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebar. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Araya steel rims. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue and Flamboyant Red. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s (straight bar) 19", 22". $136.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 LE TOUR (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
LT1
LT3
LT5

L69
L72
Le Tour 10-Speed (Men's)
Le Tour 10-Speed (Ladies')
Opaque Blue
Opaque Red
Yellow
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $169.95

10 speed. Imported from Japan. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chain wheel guard. Lugged frame with single butted top and bottom tubes (bottom tube not butted on 25" frame). Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebar. Round head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Araya steel rims with 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Opaque Blue, Opaque Red, and Yellow. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s Mixte (new) 19", 22". $169.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 SUPERIOR (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
842
844
846
Superior 10-Speed (Men's)
Flamboyant Red
Silver Mist
Black
22"
24"
26"
27" x 1-1/4" $219.95

10 speed. Looks like this replaced the Sports Tourer but in a more racing style. Down tube shifters. 34 to 104 gear range. GT-300 rear derailluer, GT-260 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. 4130 chrome-moly fillet-brazed main frame with 1020 carbon steel rear stays. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Aluminum rims. colors were Flamboyant Red, Silver Mist, and Black. Frame sizes men’s 22", 24", 26". $219.95. Optional Schwinn Approved ratchet type handlebar tip derailleur controls, $10.95; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 SUPER LE TOUR 12.2 (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
SL1
SL3
SL5
Super Le Tour 12.2 10-Speed (Men's)
Sky Blue
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $219.95

10 speed. Imported. Down tube shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano 600 rear derailleur. Shimano 60 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chrome-moly lugged frame with double butted top and bottom tubes. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Side pull Compe G brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Aluminum rims. colors were Sky Blue, Opaque Red, and Silver Mist. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25". $219.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 VOYAGEUR II (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
V21
V23
V25
Voyageur II 10-Speed (Men's)
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $335.00

10 speed. Imported. Barcon shifters. 33 to 100 gear range. GT-300 rear derailleur, Shimano "Titleist" front derailleur. Shimano Dura Ace alloy cotterless crank set. Double butted 4130 chrome-moly lugged frame with chromed head tube lugs. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Chain wheel guard. Round head badge. Name on down tube. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. Araya aluminum (new) rims with quick release hubs and 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Opaque Red and Silver Mist. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23" and 25". $335.00. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1976 PARAMOUNT P13-9 (road racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P13-9 Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Chestnut
Radiant Coppertone
Gold
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $660.00

Model P13-9 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Round head badge. Professional Road Racing Paramount: 10 speed, 47 to 100 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crankset (42/52). 14-16-18-21-24 gold colored freewheel cluster (another racing cluster available). Campagnolo "Record" front, and "Nouvo Record" rear derailleurs. Weinmann "Carrera" side pull brakes standard (Campagnolo side pull optional). Unica-Nitor saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo "Superleggeri" pedals with Christophe toe clips. Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick release hubs with Schwinn Approved alloy rims and 27" Clement "50" cotton tubular tires. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Available in all Schwinn colors. $660.00.
Name switched from the down tube to the top tube this year. Block lettered "Schwinn" name on down tube.

1976 PARAMOUNT P15-9/P65-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P15-9
P65
Paramount 15-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 15-Speed (Ladies')
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Chestnut
Radiant Coppertone
Gold
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $625.00

Model P15-9 (Men's), P65-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 15 speed, 31 to 104 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crank set (36/46/54). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Shimano GT 300 rear derailleur, Campagnolo front. Schwinn Approved alloy center pull brakes with hooded quick release levers. Side pull brakes available on custom built frames. Unica-Nitor padded saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo "Superleggeri" pedals with Christophe toe clips. Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick release hubs with Weinmann alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" Super Record tires. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard men’s frame sizes from 20" to 26", women’s 20" & 22". Available in all Schwinn colors. $625.00.

1976 PARAMOUNT P10-9/P60-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P10-9
P60
Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 10-Speed (Ladies')
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Chestnut
Radiant Coppertone
Gold
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $625.00

Model P10-9 (Men's), P60-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 10 speed. Same as P15-9 but with 42/52 crank set ,14-16-18-21-24 freewheel cluster, and Campagnolo Nouvo Record rear derailleur. Optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25" on men’s. $625.00.

1976 PARAMOUNT P14 (track racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P14-9 Paramount Track (Men's)
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Chestnut
Radiant Coppertone
Gold
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $375.00

Model P14 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Round head badge. Professional Track Paramount: Short, rigid, upright, frame design. Campagnolo "Record" crankset. Campagnolo large flange hubs with Schwinn Approved 330 gram alloy rims with spoke ferrules and Clement #9 track cotton tires and tubes. #3 silk optional at extra cost. 16 tooth rear sprocket. Cinelli #14 track bars and steel track stem. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Campagnolo track pedals with Christophe toe clips. Unica-Nitor padded saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Chrome plating on head lugs and fork crown available at extra cost. Available in all Schwinn colors. $375.00.

1976 PARAMOUNT T19/T22 (tandem)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T19
T22
Paramount Tandem 10-Speed
(Men's/Step-Though)

Paramount Tandem 10-Speed
(Men's/Men's's)
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Opaque Blue
Chestnut
Radiant Coppertone
Gold
Opaque Red
Silver Mist
27" x 1-1/4" $750.00

Model T19 (Men's front, Step-through rear frame), Model T22 (Double Men's style frame). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays. Round head badge. 10 speed. 31 to 100 gear range. Alloy cotterless crank set (36/52). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Campagnolo "Record" front and Schwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleurs. Chrome-moly alloy steel short coupled (curved rear seat tube) frame. Campagnolo large flange hubs with alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" high pressure LeTour gumwall tires. Alloy Randonneur front and All-Rounder rear handlebars. Campagnolo "Nouvo Tipo" pedals. brakes: Mafac Cyclometer front and rear cantilever on T22, Weinmann Vanquer rear and Mafac front on T19. Unica saddles with Campagnolo seat posts. Available in all Schwinn colors. $750.00.

1977

Serial # (Chicago: A-M N 000001-999999) | (Japan: 001-365 7) | (Paramount A-M 77 01-99)

1977 COLLEGIATE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
737
740
742
744

787
789
792
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
(Men's)
Sky Blue
Lime Green
(Ladies')
17"
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
26" x 1-3/8" $132.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Name on top tube. colors were Flamboyant Red (men's), Sky Blue and Lime Green (ladies'). Frame sizes men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". $132.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 COLLEGIATE (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
717
720
722
724

767
769
772
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
(Men's)
Sky Blue
Lime Green
(Ladies')
17"
20"
22"
24"

17"
19"
22"
26" x 1-3/8" $127.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Chrome fenders. Name on top tube. colors were Flamboyant Red (men's), Sky Blue and Lime Green (ladies'). Frame sizes men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 19", 22". $127.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 SPORTABOUT

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
220
222
224

270
272
Sportabout 10-Speed (Men's)
Sportabout 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sunset Orange
Canary
20"
22"
24"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $119.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. SunTour derailleurs. Chain wheel guard. Name on down tube. Oval head badge. Painted tubular fork. Side pull brakes. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sunset Orange and Canary. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 20", 22". $119.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 RUNABOUT

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
920
922
924

970
972
Runabout 10-Speed (Men's)
Runabout 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sunset Orange
Canary
20"
22"
24"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $119.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. SunTour derailleurs. Touring version of the Sportabout except without fenders. Handlebar looks like cross bike. Chain wheel guard. Name on down tube. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sunset Orange and Canary. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 20", 22". $119.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 VARSITY (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
117
120
122
124
126

167
170
172
Varsity 10-Speed (Men's)
Varsity 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Lime Green
Flamboyant Red
Silver Mist
(Men's)
Flamingo
(Ladies')
17"
20"
22"
24
26"

17"
20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $139.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-275 front derailleur. GT-500 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Name on top tube(new). Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue, Lime Green, Flamboyant Red, and Silver Mist (Flamingo replaces Silver Mist on Women’s). Frame sizes were men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 20", 22". $139.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 SUBURBAN (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
520
522
524

567
570
572

632
634

677
680
682
Suburban 5-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 5-Speed (Ladies')
Suburban 10-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Black
(Men's)
Flamingo
(Ladies')
20"
22"
24"
(5-Speed)

22"
24"
(10-Speed)

17"
20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $136.95
(5-Speed)

$149.95
(10-Speed)

10 & 5 speed. The 10 speed has 38 to 100 gear range, GT-275 front derailleur, GT-400 rear derailleur, Front Freewheel system (new), stem shifters and a chain wheel guard. The five speed has 39 to 89 gear range. Handlebar ratchet shifter?, and chain guard. 5 speed has 4 circle chain wheel? Both have oval head badges, painted fenders, painted tubular fork, side pull brakes, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on top tube. Men’s colors were Sky Blue and Black. Frame sizes; 10 speed 22", 24" $149.95, 5 speed 20", 22", 24" $136.95. Women’s (curved bar) colors were Sky Blue and Flamingo. Frame sizes 17", 20", 22". Prices same as men’s. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 SIERRA (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
340
342
344
346

390
392
Sierra 10-Speed (Men's)
Sierra 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
(Men's)
Lime
(Ladies')
Flamingo
20"
22"
24"
26"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $156.95

10 speed. Looks like this replaced the Continental this year. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-275 front derailleur. GT-500 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Full chrome tubular fork with special trim. Oval head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. colors were Sky Blue, Flamboyant Red (Lime in women’s), and Flamingo. Frame sizes men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s 20", 22". $156.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.00; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.

1977 TRAVELER (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T21
T23
T25

T69
T72
Traveler 10-Speed (Men's)
Traveler 10-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Sky Blue
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $142.95

"Super Lite" series 10 speed. Imported from Japan?. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Ashtabula crank set. Chain wheel guard. 1020 steel lugged frame with single butted top and bottom tubes. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Alloy stem and steel Randonneur handlebar. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. Painted tubular? fork. Araya steel rims. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue and Flamboyant Red. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s (straight bar) 19", 22". $142.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Traveler.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in three men's frame sizes -- 21", 23" and 25" (53.3cm through 63.5cm) and two ladies' frame sizes: 19" and 22" (48.3cm to 55.9cm).
    • Single butted top and down tubes.
    • Tubular front fork.
    • Lug frame made of 1020 carbon steel.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Flamboyant Red and Sky Blue.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya steel tubular rims.
    • Medium flange alloy hubs.
    • Schwinn Puff 27" x 1-1/4" gumwall tires with 75 lbs. inflation pressure.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Steel Randonneur style handlebar.
    • Schwinn-Approved forged aluminum alloy stem.
  • PEDALS:
    • Steel rattrap pedals with reflectors.
  • CRANKSET:
    • 39-52 double plateau sprocket.
    • One piece crank with lightweight chainguard.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm).
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-420 rear derailleur.
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-450 front derailleur.
    • 14-17-20-24-28 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 38 low to 100 high.
  • brakeS:
    • Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull caliper with dual position levers (side pull rear brake on ladies' model).
  • SADDLE:
    • Ariake "Jaguar" -- nylon base, seamless vinyl cover.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 32 pounds (14.5 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1977 LE TOUR II (sport)

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Model Description color Frame
Size
Wheel
Size
Price
L21
L23
L25

L89
L92
Le Tour II 10-Speed (Men's)
Le Tour II 10-Speed (Ladies')
Violet
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $164.95

"Super Lite" series 10 speed. Imported from Japan? Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. No chain wheel guard. Lugged frame with single butted top and bottom tubes (bottom tube not butted on 25" frame). Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebar. Round head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Araya steel rims with 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Scarlet, Violet, and Pearlescent Orange. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s Mixte 19", 22". $164.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Le Tour II.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in three men's frame sizes -- 21", 23", and 25" (53.3cm through 63.5cm) and two ladies' frame sizes: 19" and 22" (48.3cm to 55.9cm).
    • Lug frame with single butted top and bottom tubes (except 25" frame).
    • All joints are lugged and brazed.
    • Tubular front fork with chrome plate crown and 6" fork ends.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in Violet, Scarlet and Pearlescent Orange.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya steel tubular rims.
    • Large flange quick release aluminum alloy hubs.
    • HP Sports Touring 27" x 1-1/4" gumwall tires (85 lbs. inflation).
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Randonneur style aluminum handlebar.
    • Forged aluminum alloy stem with recessed stem bolt.
  • PEDALS:
    • Rattrap reflectorized pedals.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Schwinn-Approved aluminum alloy crankset (39-52 teeth sprocket).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • GT-420 rear derailleur.
    • GT-450 front derailleur.
    • 14-17-20-24-28 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 38 low to 100 high.
  • brakeS:
    • Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull brakes with extension levers.
  • SADDLE:
    • Ariake racing style saddle.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 29 pounds (13.2 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1977 SUPERIOR (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
842
844
846
Superior 10-Speed (Men's)
Black
Flamingo
Lime Green
Sky Blue
22"
24"
26"
27" x 1-1/4" $229.95

"Super Lite" series 10 speed. Looks like this replaced the Sports Tourer but in a more racing style. Down tube shifters. 33 to 104 gear range. Maeda (SunTour) V-GT rear derailluer, GT-275 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. 4130 chrome-moly fillet-brazed main frame with 1020 carbon steel rear stays. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Aluminum rims. colors were Flamingo, Lime Green, and Black (Sky Blue replaced Flamingo later in the year). Frame sizes men’s 22", 24", 26". $229.95. Optional Schwinn Approved ratchet type handlebar tip derailleur controls, $10.95; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.
  • MODEL: Superior.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in three frame sizes -- 22", 24" and 26" frame sizes (55.9cm through 66.0cm).
    • Frame is manufactured from 4130 chrome-molybdenum alloy steel for the seat mast, top tube and bottom tube. Rear stays are manufactured from 1020 carbon steel.
    • Frame is hand brazed with br/ass solder.
    • All major joints are reinforced with internal sleeves.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Black, Flamingo, and Lime Green (Sky Blue replaced Flamingo later in the year).
    • Chrome trim on front fork.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Aluminum alloy tubular rims.
    • Schwinn Super Record 27" x 1-1/8" tires (90 lbs. inflation).
    • .080-.060 ga. spokes
    • Puncture resistant tubes available at extra cost
    • Gear range of 34 low to 104 high.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Aluminum alloy handlebar stem with recessed stembolt.
    • Aluminum alloy road racing style handlebar.
    • Cloth handlebar tape.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Three-piece aluminum alloy cotterless crankset (40-54 teeth sprockets).
  • HEADSET:
    • Schwinn headset.
  • PEDALS:
    • Maillard rattrap style pedal with toe clips and straps.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Aluminum alloy Maeda V-GT rear derailleur.
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-275 front derailleur.
    • 14-17-21-26-32 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 34 low to 104 high.
    • Bottom bar Huret derailleur control.
    • Schwinn-Approved ratchet handlebar mounted controls available at as extra cost option.
  • BRAKES:
    • Schwinn-Approved front and rear aluminum alloy center pull caliper brakes.
    • Rubber hooded brake levers fitted with quick release tabs and adjusting barrels.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Racing style saddle, vinyl covered on nylon base, 7/8" clamp.
    • 9" long chrome plated seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 28-1/2 pounds (12.9 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1977 SUPER LE TOUR 12.2 (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
SL9(C)
SL1(C)
SL3(C)
SL5(C)
Super Le Tour 12.2 10-Speed (Men's)
Scarlet
Sky Blue
Silver Mist
Chrome
19"
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $229.95

"Super Lite" series 10 speed. Imported. Down tube shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano 600 rear derailleur. Shimano 60 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chrome-moly lugged frame with double butted top and down tubes. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Side pull Compe G brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Araya alloy rims. colors were Sky Blue, Silver Mist, and full chrome ($50.00 extra -- different model numbers). Frame sizes men’s 19", 21", 23", 25". $229.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Super Le Tour 12.2.
  • FRAME:
    • Available 19", 21", 23" and 25" frame sizes (48.3cm through 63.5cm).
    • Chrome molybdenum double butted top and down tubes. Single-butted seat mast. 1020 carbon steel forks and stays.
    • All joints are lugged and brazed.
    • Tubular front fork, with chrome plated crown and 6" of fork ends.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Scarlet, Sky Blue, Silver Mist, and full chrome. NOTE: $50.00 extra charge for full chrome.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya aluminum alloy rims.
    • Shimano large flange aluminum alloy hubs with quick release.
    • Schwinn Super Record 27" x 1-1/8" tires (90 lbs. inflation).
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Aluminum alloy road racing style handlebar with black cotton tape.
    • Schwinn-Approved forged alloy stem with recessed stembolt.
  • PEDALS:
    • Alloy rattrap style pedals with toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Schwinn-Approved Le Tour three-piece aluminum alloy cotterless crankset (39-52 teeth sprockets).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
    • 38 low to 100 high gearing.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Shimano 600 alloy rear derailleur and model 60 front derailleur.
    • Shimano bottom bar mounted controls.
    • 14-17-20-24-28 rear freewheel cluster.
  • BRAKES:
    • Compe G alloy side pull caliper brakes.
    • brake levers with rubber hood covers.
    • Quick release tabs on caliper assemblies.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Ariake racing style saddle.
    • Aluminum alloy seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26-1/2 pounds (12.2 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1977 VOLARE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
VL1
VL3
VL5
Volare 10-Speed (Men's)
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $495.00

"Super Lite" series 10 speed. Imported? Down tube shifters. 47 to100 gear range. Shimano "Crane" rear derailleur, Shimano "Dura Ace" front derailleur. Shimano Dura Ace alloy cotterless crank set. Double butted Reynolds 531 lugged frame with chromed head tube lugs. Chrome tipped fork and stays. No chain wheel guard. Round head badge. Name on down tube. Dura Ace side pull brakes without suicide levers. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Araya aluminum 700 x 28C rims with quick release hubs and 700C tires. colors were Scarlet and Pearlescent Orange. Frame sizes 21", 23", 25". $495.00. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.00.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Volare.
  • FRAME:
    • Available 21", 23" and 25" frame sizes (53.3cm through 63.5cm).
    • Schwinn designed diamond style of Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single-butted seat mast. Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Fork crown and 6" of front fork tip chrome plated.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Scarlet and Pearlescent Orange.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya aluminum alloy 700 x 28C rims.
    • Dura-Ace large flange quick release hubs.
    • 15-16 ga. double butted stainless steel spokes.
    • Schwinn Super 700C tires (90 lbs. inflation).
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Custom road racing style aluminum alloy handlebar.
    • Forged aluminum alloy stem with recessed bolt.
  • PEDALS:
    • Pro-Ace alloy pedals with reflectors, toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Dura-Ace cotterless three-piece crankset, 42-52 teeth sprocket.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Shimano Crane rear derailleur.
    • Dura-Ace front derailleur.
    • Dura-Ace gold 14-16-18-21-24 combination freewheel cluster.
  • BRAKES:
    • Dura-Ace side pull caliper brakes.
    • brake levers with rubber hood covers.
    • Quick release tabs on caliper assemblies.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Seamless racing style saddle with nylon base.
    • 27.2mm seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 25 pounds (11.3 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1977 PARAMOUNT P13-9 (road racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P13-9 Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Campus Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Radiant Coppertone
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
27" x 1-1/4" $700.00

Model P13-9 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Professional Road Racing Paramount: 10 speed, 47 to 100 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crankset (42/52) 49/52 optional at no extra cost. 14-16-18-21-24 gold colored freewheel cluster. 14-16-18-23-26 available with 49/52 chainwheels. Campagnolo "Record" front, and "Nouvo Record" rear derailleurs. Short couple frames equipped with Huret "Success". Weinmann "Carrera" side pull brakes standard (Campagnolo side pull optional at extra cost). Unica-Nitor saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo "Superleggeri" pedals with Christophe toe clips. Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick release hubs with Schwinn Approved alloy rims and 27" Clement "50" cotton tubular tires. Schwinn Super 700c rims and tires optional. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Available in all Schwinn colors. $700.00
  • MODEL: P13-9 Road Racing Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm).
    • Close coupled "Sprint" style frame available in 21", 22", 23", 24" and 25" (53.3cm through 63.5cm) at extra cost.
    • Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Frame is silver solder hand brazed with chrome lugs.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Front and rear forged Campagnolo fork ends. (Note: these forks are not equipped with eyelets for fender or carrier mounting.)
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome trim on head lugs, fork crown and six inches of front fork and rear stays.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release hubs.
    • Schwinn Approved 27" x 1" 330 gram (11.55 oz.) aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. butted stainless steel spokes.
    • 27" x 1" Clement #50 cotton sew-up tires with butyl tubes.
    • Schwinn Super 700C wired-on tires optional at no extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Clement Campionato del Mondo silk sew-up tires.
    • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy handlebar and stem with recessed stem bolt. 80mm extensions on 20", 21" and 22" frames and 110mm on 23", 24", 25" and 26" frames.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record double plateau crankset.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) cranks.
  • GEARING:
    • Standard gearing is available in the following combinations:
      • Front 42-52.
      • Rear 14-16-18-21-24 (47 low to 100 high).
    • Optional gearing is available in the following combinations at no extra charge:
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14-16-18-21-24 (55 low to 100 high).
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14-16-18-23-26 (50 low to 100 high).
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Campagnolo Record front derailleur. (Huret Success front derailleur used on all Sprint style frames.)
    • Campagnolo Nuovo Record rear derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted control offered as standard equipment.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik derailleur control available at no extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet derailleur controls.
    • Campagnolo fingertip derailleur controls.
  • BRAKES:
    • Weinmann Carrera aluminum alloy side pull caliper brakes with hooded quick release brake levers.
    • Campagnolo side pull caliper brakes available at extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 23 pounds (10.4 kilograms) subject to variation with differences in frame size and equipment.

1977 PARAMOUNT P15-9/P65-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P15-9
P65
Paramount 15-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 15-Speed (Ladies')
Campus Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Radiant Coppertone
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
Flamingo
27" x 1-1/4" $685.00

Model P15-9 (Men's), P65-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 15 speed, 31 to 104 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crank set (36/46/54). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Schwinn Approved GT 300 rear derailleur, Campagnolo "Record" front. Schwinn Approved alloy center pull brakes with hooded quick release levers. Campagnolo or Weinmann "Carrera" side pull brakes available at extra cost. Unica-Nitor padded saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo "Superleggeri" pedals with Christophe toe clips. Campagnolo "Record" large flange quick release hubs with Weinmann alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" Super Record tires. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard men’s frame sizes from 20" to 26", women’s 20" & 22". Available in all current Schwinn colors. $685.00
  • MODEL: P15-9/P65-9 Deluxe Touring Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm). Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Ladies P65 Paramount available in 20" (50.8cm) and 22" (55.9cm) frame size. Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Lug frame is low temperature hand brazed with silver solder.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, Reynolds 531 single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Front and rear forged Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets for carrier or fender mounting.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Head lugs, fork crown and 6" of front and rear fork ends are chrome plated.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release alloy hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. butted stainless steel spokes.
    • 27" x 1-1/8" Schwinn Super Record wired-on tires.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Clement #50 cotton sew-up tires.
    • Clement Campionato del Mondo silk sew-up tires.
    • Lightweight chrome plated steel fenders.
    • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
    • Puncture resistant tubes available for wired on tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy stem with recessed stem bolts. 80mm extensions on 20", 21" and 22" frames and 110mm on 23", 24", 25" and 26" frames.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record triple plateau chain set (36-46-54 teeth).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) cranks.
  • GEARS:
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14, 16, 19, 25, 31 teeth. Gear range 31 low to 104 high.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-300 wide range rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo Record front derailleur.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik controls available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet derailleur controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls optional at extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • Schwinn-Approved center pull alloy brakes with hooded quick release levers.
    • Weinmann Carrera alloy side-pull brakes with hooded quick release levers available at extra cost.
    • Dual position extension levers available at no extra cost (for Schwinn-Approved brakes).
    • Campagnolo alloy side pull brakes available at extra cost.
  • NOTE: Extra cost of Carrera or Campagnolo brakes includes cost of required frame alterations. Models with Campagnolo or Carerra side pull caliper brakes will not accept full fenders.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds (11.8 kilograms) subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

1977 PARAMOUNT P10-9/P60-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P10-9
P60
Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 10-Speed (Ladies')
Campus Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Radiant Coppertone
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
27" x 1-1/4" $675.00

Model P10-9 (Men's), P60-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 10 speed. Same as P15-9 but with 42/52 (49/52 optional) crank set ,14-16-18-21-24 freewheel cluster, and Campagnolo Nouvo Record rear derailleur. Short couple frames equipped with Huret "Success". Optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25" on men’s. $675.00
  • MODEL: P10-9/P60-9 Deluxe Touring Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • The P10 men's model is vailable in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm).
    • The P60 ladies style frame Paramount is available in 20" (50.8cm) and 22" (55.9cm) frame size. Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Frame is silver solder hand brazed.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends equipped with eyelets for fender or carrier mounting.
    • Short coupled Sprint style frame available on P10 Paramount on 21" through 25" frame at extra cost.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome trim on head lugs, fork crown and 6" of front fork and rear stays.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release alloy hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. butted stainless steel spokes.
    • Wired on 27" x 1-1/8" Schwinn Super Record tires (90lbs inflation).
  • Optional equipment at extra cost --
    • Clement #50 cotton sew-up tires.
    • Clement Campionato del Mondo silk sew-up tires.
    • Lightweight chrome plated steel fenders.
    • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty zinc plated spokes.
    • Puncture resistant tubes for wired on tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy stem and bar with recessed stem bolt. 80mm extensions on 20", 21" and 22" frames and 110mm on 23", 24", 25" and 26" frames.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record double plateau crankset.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) cranks.
  • GEARING:
    • Standard gearing is as follows:
      • Front 42-52.
      • Rear 14, 16, 18, 21, 24 (47 low to 100 high).
    • Optional gearing is available in the following combinations at no extra charge:
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14, 16, 18, 21, 24 (55 low to 100 high).
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14, 16, 18, 23, 26 (50 low to 100 high).
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Campagnolo Nuovo Record rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo Record front derailleur. (Huret Success front derailleur used on all Sprint style frames.)
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik controls available at no extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet controls.
    • Campagnolo fingertip derailleur controls.
  • BRAKES:
    • Schwinn-Approved aluminum alloy center-pull brakes are standard.
    • Extension levers available with Schwinn-Approved brakes.
    • Weinmann Carrera aluminum alloy side-pull brakes available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo alloy side pull brakes at extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost standard.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds (11.8 kilograms) subject to variation depending on frame size.

1977 PARAMOUNT P14 (track racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P14 Paramount Track (Men's)
Campus Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Radiant Coppertone
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
27" x 1-1/4" $450.00

Model P14 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. Professional Track Paramount: Short, rigid, upright, frame design. Campagnolo "Record" crankset with 50 tooth chainwheel, 165mm crankarms. Campagnolo large flange hubs with Schwinn Approved 330 gram alloy rims with spoke ferrules and Clement #9 track cotton tires and tubes. #3 silk optional at extra cost. 15 or 16 tooth rear sprocket. Cinelli steel track stem. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Campagnolo "Record" steel track pedals with Christophe toe clips. "Superleggeri" pedals available at extra cost. Unica-Nitor padded saddle (Brooks "Professional" optional). Campagnolo seatpost. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Chrome plating on head lugs and fork crown available at extra cost. Available in all Schwinn colors. $450.00
  • MODEL: P14-0 Professional Track Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm). Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Close coupled "Sprint" style frame available in 21", 22", 23", 24" and 25" (53.3cm through 63.5cm) at extra cost.
    • Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Frame is silver solder hand brazed.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Campagnolo Track Fork ends.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome head lugs and fork crown available at extra cost.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Campagnolo Record large flange track hubs.
    • .072-.060 ga. stainless steel butted spokes.
    • Clement No.9 cotton sew-up tires.
    • Schwinn Approved 330 gram (11.55 oz.) aluminum alloy rim.
    • Clement No. 3 silk sew-up tires optional at extra cost.
    • Extra light 260 gram (9.1 oz.) aluminum alloy rims optional at extra cost.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli alloy track handlebar and alloy track stem are standard. 100mm extension.
    • Double adjustable Cinelli Steel stem available at extra cost.
    • Cinelli Aluminum alloy road handlebar and stem available at extra cost.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo track pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals optional at extra cost.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record Track crankset.
    • 6-1/2" (165mm) crank arms.
  • SPROCKET:
    • 50 teeth front sprocket is standard.
    • 16 teeth rear sprocket is standard.
    • 15 teeth rear sprocket available at no extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • Not normally supplied.
    • Weinmann side-pull front caliper brake available at extra cost.
    • Drilled front fork to accept caliper brake supplied at extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 20 pounds (9.1 kilograms) subject to variation due to differences in frame size.

1977 PARAMOUNT T29-9/T32-9 (tandem)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T19
T22
Paramount Tandem 15-Speed
(Men's/Step-Though)

Paramount Tandem 15-Speed
(Men's/Men's's)
Campus Green
Flamboyant Red
Sunset Orange
Yellow
Black
White
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Radiant Coppertone
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
27" x 1-1/4" $995.00

Model T29-9 (Men's front, Step-through rear frame), Model T32-9 (Double Men's style frame). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Chrome tipped fork and stays Round head badge. 15 speed. 31 to 104 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crossover drive crank set (36/46/54). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Campagnolo "Record" front (short couple frame uses Huret "Success") and GT-300 rear derailleurs. Hand brazed chrome-moly alloy steel internally lugged frame available in a variety of custom built and standard front and rear combinations. T29-9; 22" front with 19" rear, 24" front with 22" rear. T32-9; 24" front and rear, 22" front and rear. Campagnolo large flange quick release hubs with alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" high pressure LeTour gumwall tires. Alloy Randonneur front and All-Rounder rear handlebars. Cinelli front stem. Campagnolo "Nouvo Tipo" pedals. brakes: Mafac Cyclometer front and rear cantilever on T32-9, Weinmann Vanquer rear and Mafac front on T29-9. Unica saddles with Campagnolo seat posts. Brooks optional. Available in all current Schwinn colors. $995.00
  • MODEL: T29-9/T32-9 Paramount Tandem.
  • FRAME:
    • T29 tandem features a men's style front and a mixtie (step-through) rear frame.
    • T29 models are available in sizes 22" front, 19" rear or 24" front, 22" rear.
    • T32 models feature a double men's frame.
    • T29 models are available in sizes 22" front and rear or 24" front and rear.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
    • Rear seat mast is curved to allow more room for rear rider (except on 19" T29 model).
    • Major frame tubes are manufactured from 4130 chrome molybdenum alloy steel with internal reinforcing sleeves at major frame joints.
    • All frames are hand brazed with br/ass solder.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .092-.080 ga. spokes.
    • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure Schwinn Le Tour tires (85 lbs. inflation).
    • Puncture resistant tubes available at extra cost.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Randonneur style aluminum alloy front bar and "All Rounder" alloy rear bar. 85mm extension on all frames.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black finish alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo aluminum alloy three piece cotterless cranks.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
    • 36-46-54 teeth main chain wheel.
    • 42 teeth front and rear drive sprockets.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleur.
    • Huret Success front derailleur used on all T29 and T32 models with the exception of the 19" T29 which is equipped with a Campagnolo Record front derailleur.
    • 14, 16, 19, 25, 31 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gearing is 31 low to 104 high.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik stem mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet derailleur controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip derailleur controls available at extra cost.
    • Bottom bar controls available at no extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • T29 tandem is equipped with Schwinn-Approved center-pull brake on the rear and Mafac Cyclomoteur brake on the front.
    • T32 tandem is equipped with Mafac Cyclomoteur brakes with brazed-on fittings for both front and rear wheel.
    • Mathauser brake blocks.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 43 pounds (19.5 kilograms) subject to variations depending on frame size.


1978

Serial # (Chicago: A-M P 000001-999999) | (Japan: 001-365 8) | (Paramount A-M 78 01-99)

1978 COLLEGIATE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
737
740
742

787
790
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Sky Blue
17"
20"
22"

17"
20"
26" x 1-3/8" $139.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. GT-120 derailleur. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 26 x 1-3/8 (new) tires. Name on top tube. colors were Flamboyant Red and Sky Blue. Frame sizes men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 20". $139.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 COLLEGIATE (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
717
720
722

767
770
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Sky Blue
17"
20"
22"

17"
20"
26" x 1-3/8" $134.95

5 speed. Shifter on stem. 37 to 85 gear range. GT-120 derailleur. Four circle chain wheel. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Chrome fenders. Name on top tube. colors were Flamboyant Red and Sky Blue. Frame sizes men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 20". $134.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 SPORTABOUT

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
220
222

270
Sportabout 10-Speed (Men's)
Sportabout 10-Speed (Ladies')
Yellow
20"
22"

20"
27" x 1-1/4" $126.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. SunTour derailleurs. Chain wheel guard. Name on down tube. Oval head badge. Painted tubular fork. Side pull brakes. 27 x1¼ tires. color was Yellow. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22"; women’s (curved bar) 20". $126.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 VARSITY (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
117
120
122
124
126

167
170
172
Varsity 10-Speed (Men's)
Varsity 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
Chestnut
17"
20"
22"
24
26"

17"
20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $146.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-290 front derailleur. GT-500 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Name on top tube. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue, Flamboyant Red, and Chestnut. Frame sizes were men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 20", 22". $146.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 SUBURBAN (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
530
532
534

577
580
582

642
644

687
690
392
Suburban 5-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 5-Speed (Ladies')
Suburban 10-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Chestnut
(Men's)
20"
22"
24"
(5-Speed)
(Men's)
22"
24"
(10-Speed)

(Ladies')
17"
20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $149.95
(5-Speed)

$159.95
(10-Speed)

10 & 5 speed. The 10 speed has 38 to 100 gear range, GT-290 front derailleur. The five speed has 39 to 89 gear range. Both have Positron II rear derailleur (new), Front Freewheel system (new on 5 speed), and stem shifters. 10 speed has a chain wheel guard. 5 speed has a chain guard. Both have oval head badges, painted fenders, painted tubular fork, side pull brakes, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on top tube. colors were Sky Blue and Chestnut. Frame sizes; 10 speed men’s 22", 24"; women’s 17", 20", 22" $159.95, 5 speed men’s 20", 22", 24"; women’s 17", 20", 22" $149.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 SPRINT (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
230
232
234

280
282
Sprint 10-Speed (Men's)
Sprint 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
20"
22"
24"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $136.95

10 speed. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. SunTour "Sprint" front derailleur and "Seven" rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Oval head badge. side pull brakes with suicide levers. Painted tubular fork. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue and Flamboyant Red. Frame sizes men’s 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar) 20", 22". $136.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 CALIENTE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
C20
C22
C24

C67
C70
Caliente 10-Speed (Men's)
Caliente 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
20"
22"
24"

17"
20"
27" x 1-1/4" $156.95

10 speed. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-290 front derailleur. Positron II rear derailleur. Front Freewheel system. Oval head badge. Painted tubular fork. Side pull brakes with suicide levers, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on top tube. colors were Sky Blue and Flamboyant Red. Seems to be a sport version of the Suburban. Frame sizes; men’s 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar)17", 20". $156.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 CONTINENTAL II (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
310
312
314
316

350
352
Continental II 10-Speed (Men's)
Continental II 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
Black
20"
22"
24"
26"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $164.95

10 speed. Looks like this replaced last year’s Sierra. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-290 front derailleur. GT-500 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Full chrome tubular fork with special trim. 27 x1¼ tires. Oval head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release front hub. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. colors were Sky Blue, Flamboyant Red, and Black. Frame sizes men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 20", 22". $164.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1978 TRAVELER III (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T39
T41
T43
T45

T89
T92
Traveler III 10-Speed (Men's)
Traveler III 10-Speed (Ladies')
Pearl Blue
Scarlet
19"
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $157.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Imported from Japan? Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Alloy? cotterless crank set. Chain wheel guard. 1020 steel lugged frame. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Alloy stem and steel Randonneur handlebar. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Steel rims. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Pearl Blue and Scarlet. Frame sizes men’s 19", 21", 23", 25"; women’s (straight bar) 19", 22". $157.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Traveler III.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in four men's frame sizes -- 19", 21", 23" and 25" (48.3cm through 63.5cm) and two ladies' frame sizes: 19" and 22" (48.3cm to 55.9cm).
    • Single butted top and down tubes.
    • Tubular front fork, 6" tip chrome plated.
    • Lug frame made of 1020 carbon steel.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Scarlet and Pearl Blue.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya steel tubular rims.
    • Medium flange alloy hubs.
    • Schwinn Puff 27" x 1-1/4" gumwall tires with 75 lbs. inflation pressure.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Steel Randonneur style handlebar.
    • Schwinn-Approved forged aluminum alloy stem.
  • PEDALS:
    • Steel rattrap pedals with reflectors.
  • CRANKSET:
    • 39-52 double plateau sprocket.
    • Three piece cotterless crank with lightweight chainguard.
    • 6-1/2" (165mm).
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Shimano 400 rear derailleur.
    • Shimano 400 front derailleur.
    • 14-17-20-24-28 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 38 low to 100 high.
  • BRAKES:
    • Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull caliper with dual position levers (side pull rear brake on ladies' model).
  • SADDLE:
    • Nylon base, seamless vinyl cover.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 32 pounds (14.5 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1978 LE TOUR III (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
L11
L13
L15
L17

L79
L82
Le Tour III 10-Speed (Men's)
Le Tour III 10-Speed (Ladies')
Pearl Blue
Pearl Orange
21"
23"
25"
27"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $189.95
$199.95 (27")

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Imported from Japan? Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-420 rear derailleur, GT-450 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chain wheel guard. Lugged frame with butted top and down tubes (except 25" and 27" frames). Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebar. Round head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Steel rims with 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Pearl Blue and Pearl Orange. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25", 27" ; women’s Mixte 19", 22". $189.95/$199.95 (27"). Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Le Tour III.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in four frame sizes -- 21", 23", 25" and 27" (53.3cm through 68.6cm).
    • Lug frame with single butted top and bottom tubes (except 25" and 27" frame).
    • All joints are lugged and brazed.
    • Tubular front fork with chrome plate crown and 6" fork ends.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in Pearl Blue and Pearl Orange.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya steel tubular rims.
    • Large flange quick release aluminum alloy hubs.
    • HP Sports Touring 27" x 1-1/4" gumwall tires (85 lbs. inflation).
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Randonneur style aluminum handlebar.
    • Forged aluminum alloy stem with recessed stem bolt.
  • PEDALS:
    • Rattrap reflectorized pedals.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Schwinn-Approved aluminum alloy crankset (39-52 teeth sprocket).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • GT-420 rear derailleur.
    • GT-450 front derailleur.
    • 14-17-20-24-28 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 38 low to 100 high.
  • BRAKES:
    • Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull brakes with extension levers.
  • SADDLE:
    • Ariake racing style saddle.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 29 pounds (13.2 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1978 SUPERIOR (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
842
844
846
Superior 10-Speed (Men's)
Sky Blue
Flamboyant Red
Black
22"
24"
26"
27" x 1-1/4" $229.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Looks like this replaced the Sports Tourer but in a more racing style. Down tube shifters. 33 to 104 gear range. SunTour V-GT rear derailluer, GT-295 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. 4130 chrome-moly fillet-brazed main frame with 1020 carbon steel rear stays. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Aluminum rims. colors were Sky Blue, Flamboyant Red, and Black. Frame sizes men’s 22", 24", 26". $229.95. Optional Schwinn Approved ratchet type handlebar tip derailleur controls, $10.95; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.
  • MODEL: Superior.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in three frame sizes -- 22", 24" and 26" frame sizes (55.9cm through 66.0cm).
    • Frame is manufactured from 4130 chrome-molybdenum alloy steel for the seat mast, top tube and bottom tube. Rear stays are manufactured from 1020 carbon steel.
    • Frame is hand brazed with br/ass solder.
    • All major joints are reinforced with internal sleeve lugs.
    • 6" tip of tubular front fork is chrome plated.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Black, Sky Blue and Flamboyant Red.
    • Chrome tip on front fork.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Aluminum alloy tubular rims.
    • Schwinn Super Record 27" x 1-1/8" tires (90 lbs. inflation).
    • .080-.060 ga. spokes
    • Puncture resistant tubes available at extra cost
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Aluminum alloy handlebar stem with recessed stembolt.
    • Aluminum alloy road racing style handlebar.
    • Cloth handlebar tape.
  • HEADSET:
    • Schwinn headset.
  • PEDALS:
    • Maillard rattrap style pedal with toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Schwinn-Approved three-piece aluminum alloy cotterless crankset (39-52 teeth sprockets).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
    • Gear range of 38 low to 100 high.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Aluminum alloy Sun Tour V-GT rear derailleur.
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-295 front derailleur.
    • 14-17-21-26-32 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 34 low to 104 high.
    • Bottom bar Huret derailleur control.
    • Schwinn-Approved ratchet handlebar mounted controls available at as extra cost option.
  • BRAKES:
    • Schwinn-Approved front and rear aluminum alloy center pull caliper brakes.
    • Rubber hooded brake levers fitted with quick release tabs and adjusting barrels.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Racing style saddle, vinyl covered on nylon base, 7/8" clamp.
    • 9" long chrome plated seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 28-1/2 pounds (12.9 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1978 SUPER LE TOUR 12.2 (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
9SL(C)
1SL(C)
3SL(C)
5SL(C)
Super Le Tour 12.2 10-Speed (Men's)
Scarlet
Silver Mist
Black
Chrome
19"
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $264.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Imported. Down tube shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano 600 rear derailleur. Shimano 60 front derailleur. Alloy cotterless crank set. Chrome-moly lugged frame with double butted top and down tubes. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Side pull Compe G brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Alloy rims. colors were Scarlet, Silver Mist, Black, and full chrome ($50.00 extra -- different model numbers). Frame sizes men’s 19", 21", 23", 25". $264.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Super Le Tour 12.2.
  • FRAME:
    • Available 19", 21", 23" and 25" frame sizes (48.3cm through 63.5cm).
    • Chrome molybdenum double butted top and bottom tubes. Single-butted seat mast. 1020 carbon steel forks and stays.
    • All joints are lugged and brazed.
    • Tubular front fork, with chrome plated crown and 6" of front fork ends.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Scarlet, Black, Silver Mist, and full chrome. NOTE: $50.00 extra charge for full chrome.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya 27" x 1-1/4" aluminum alloy rims.
    • Shimano large flange hubs with quick release.
    • Schwinn Super Record 27" x 1-1/8" tires (90 lbs. inflation).
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Aluminum alloy road racing style handlebar with black cotton tape.
    • Schwinn-Approved forged alloy stem with recessed stembolt.
  • PEDALS:
    • Alloy rattrap style pedals with toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Schwinn-Approved three-piece aluminum alloy cotterless crankset (39-52 teeth sprockets).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
    • Gear range of 38 low to 100 high.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Shimano 600 alloy rear derailleur and model 60 front derailleur.
    • Shimano bottom bar mounted controls.
    • 14-17-20-24-28 rear freewheel cluster.
  • BRAKES:
    • Compe G side pull caliper brakes.
    • brake levers with rubber hood covers.
    • Quick release tabs on caliper assemblies.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Racing style saddle.
    • Aluminum alloy seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26-1/2 pounds (12.2 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1978 VOLARE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
VL1
VL3
VL5
Volare 10-Speed (Men's)
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $579.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Imported? Down tube shifters. 47 to 100 gear range. Shimano "Dura Ace" front and rear derailleurs. Shimano Dura Ace alloy cotterless crank set. Double butted Reynolds 531 lugged frame with chromed head tube lugs. Chrome tipped fork and stays. No chain wheel guard. Round head badge. Name on down tube. Dura Ace side pull brakes without suicide levers. Alloy stem and road racing handlebars. Alloy 700 x 28C rims with Dura Ace quick release hubs and 700C tires. colors were Scarlet and Pearlescent Orange. Frame sizes 21", 23", 25". $579.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.
  • MODEL: Schwinn-Approved Volare.
  • FRAME:
    • Available 21", 23" and 25" frame sizes (53.3cm through 63.5cm).
    • Schwinn designed diamond style of Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single-butted seat mast. Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Fork crown and 6" of front and rear forks chrome plated.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Scarlet and Pearl Orange.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
    • Araya aluminum alloy 700 x 28C rims.
    • Dura-Ace large flange quick release hubs.
    • 15-16 ga. double butted stainless steel spokes.
    • Schwinn Super 700C tires (90 lbs. inflation).
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Custom road racing style aluminum alloy handlebar.
    • Forged aluminum alloy stem with recessed bolt.
  • PEDALS:
    • Pro-Ace alloy pedals with reflectors, toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Dura-Ace cotterless three-piece crankset, 40-54 teeth sprocket.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Dura-Ace rear derailleur.
    • Dura-Ace front derailleur.
    • Dura-Ace gold 13-16-19-21-24 combination freewheel cluster.
    • Gear range of 47 low to 100 high.
  • BRAKES:
    • Dura-Ace side pull caliper brakes.
    • brake levers with rubber hood covers.
    • Quick release tabs on caliper assemblies.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Seamless racing style saddle with nylon base.
    • 27.2mm seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 25 pounds (11.3 kilograms) depending on frame size.

1978 PARAMOUNT P13-9 (road racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P13-9 Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Sky Blue
Pearl Blue
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
Chestnut
27" x 1" $800.00

Model P13-9 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Full painted forks and stays. No chrome on head tube lugs? Round head badge. Road Racing Paramount: 10 speed, 47 to 100 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crankset (42/52) with Regina 14-16-18-21-24 gold colored freewheel cluster and chain. 49/52 with 14-16-18-23-26 optional. Campagnolo "Record" front, and "Nouvo Record" rear derailleurs. Short couple frames equipped with Huret "Success" front. Campagnolo side pull brakes. Brooks "Professional" saddle. Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo pedals. Campagnolo high flange (small flange optional) quick release hubs with ? alloy rims and Campionato Del Mondo silk tires. Schwinn Super 700c rims and tires optional. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Head tube lugs not chromed this year. Available in all Schwinn colors. $800.00
  • MODEL: P13-9 Road Racing Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm).
    • Close coupled "Sprint" style frame available in 21", 22", 23", 24" and 25" (53.3cm through 63.5cm) at extra cost.
    • Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Frame is silver solder hand brazed.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Front and rear forged Campagnolo fork ends. (Note: these forks are not equipped with eyelets for carrier mounting.)
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • brazed on water bottle fittings.
    • brazed on down tube shifters.
    • brazed on tunnel clips.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome trim on head lugs, fork crown and six inches of front fork and rear stays available at extra cost.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release hubs.
    • Campagnolo Record small flange quick release hubs available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn Approved 27" x 1" 330 gram (11.55 oz.) aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. butted stainless steel spokes.
    • Clement Campionato del Mondo silk sew-up tires.
    • Schwinn Super 700C wired-on tires optional at no extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy handlebar and stem with recessed stem bolt. 80mm extensions on 20", 21" and 22" frames and 110mm on 23", 24", 25" and 26" frames.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record double plateau crankset.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) cranks.
  • GEARING:
    • Standard gearing is available in the following combinations:
      • Front 42-52.
      • Rear 14-16-18-21-24 (47 low to 100 high).
    • Optional gearing is available in the following combinations at no extra charge:
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14-16-18-21-24 (55 low to 100 high).
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14-16-18-23-26 (50 low to 100 high).
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Campagnolo Record front derailleur. (Huret Success front derailleur used on all Sprint style frames.)
    • Campagnolo Nuovo Record rear derailleur.
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted control offered as standard equipment.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik derailleur control available at no extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet derailleur controls.
    • Campagnolo fingertip derailleur controls.
  • BRAKES:
    • Campagnolo side pull caliper brakes with hooded quick release levers.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 23 pounds (10.4 kilograms) subject to variation with differences in frame size and equipment.

1978 PARAMOUNT P15-9/P65-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P15-9
P65
Paramount 15-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 15-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Sky Blue
Pearl Blue
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
Chestnut
27" x 1-1/4" $785.00

Model P15-9 (Men's), P65-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Full painted forks and stays. No chrome on head tube lugs? Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 15 speed, 31 to 104 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crank set (36/46/54). 14-16-19-25-31 Regina gold colored freewheel cluster. Schwinn Approved GT 300 rear derailleur, Campagnolo "Record" front. Weinmann "Carrera" side pull brakes. Campagnolo available at extra cost. Schwinn Approved center pull on women’s. Brook's "Professional" saddle. Campagnolo seatpost. Campagnolo pedals. Campagnolo high flange quick release hubs with Weinmann alloy rims and 27" x 1¼" Super Record tires. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Cinelli alloy racing bars and stem. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26". Available in all current Schwinn colors. $785.00
  • MODEL: P15-9/P65-9 Deluxe Touring Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm). Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Ladies P65 Paramount available in 20" (50.8cm) and 22" (55.9cm) frame size. Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Lug frame is low temperature hand brazed with silver solder.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, Reynolds 531 single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Front and rear forged Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets for carrier or fender mounting.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • brazed on water bottle fittings.
    • brazed on down tube shifters.
    • brazed on tunnel clips.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome trim on head lugs, fork crown and 6" of front and rear fork ends available at extra cost.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release alloy hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. butted stainless steel spokes.
    • 27" x 1-1/8" Schwinn Super Record wired-on tires.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Clement Campionato del Mondo silk sew-up tires.
    • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty butted spokes.
    • Puncture resistant tubes available for wired on tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy stem with recessed stem bolts. 80mm extensions on 20", 21" and 22" frames and 110mm on 23", 24", 25" and 26" frames.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record triple plateau chain set (36-46-54 teeth).
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) cranks.
  • GEARS:
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster with 14, 16, 19, 25, 31 teeth. Gear range 31 low to 104 high.
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-300 wide range rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo Record front derailleur.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik controls available at no extra cost.
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet derailleur controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip controls optional at extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • Weinmann Carrera alloy side-pull brakes with hooded quick release levers standard on P15 model. Weinmann Vainqueur center pull brakes standard on P65 model. Extension levers for Vainqueur brakes optional at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo alloy side pull brakes available at extra cost.
  • NOTE: Extra cost of Carrera or Campagnolo brakes includes cost of required frame alterations.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds (11.8 kilograms) subject to variation due to differences in frame size and equipment.

1978 PARAMOUNT P10-9/P60-9 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P10-9
P60
Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 10-Speed (Ladies')
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Sky Blue
Pearl Blue
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
Chestnut
27" x 1-1/4" $775.00

Model P10-9 (Men's), Model P60-9 (Ladies'). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Full painted forks and stays. No chrome on head tube lugs? Round head badge. Deluxe Touring Paramount: 10 speed. Same as P15-9 & P65-9 but with 42/52 (49/52 optional) crank set ,14-16-18-21-24 freewheel cluster, and Campagnolo Nouvo Record rear derailleur. Short couple frames equipped with Huret "Success" front. Optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". $775.00
  • MODEL: P10-9/P60-9 Deluxe Touring Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • The P10 men's model is vailable in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm).
    • The P60 ladies style frame Paramount is available in 20" (50.8cm) and 22" (55.9cm) frame size. Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Frame is silver solder hand brazed.
    • Front and rear Campagnolo forged fork ends with eyelets for carrier mounting.
    • Short coupled Sprint style frame available on P10 Paramount on 21" through 25" frame at extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • brazed on water bottle fittings.
    • brazed on down tube shifters.
    • brazed on tunnel clips.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome trim on head lugs, fork crown and 6" of front fork and rear stays available at extra cost.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release alloy hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. butted stainless steel spokes.
    • Wired on 27" x 1-1/8" Schwinn Super Record tires (90lbs inflation).
  • Optional equipment at extra cost --
    • Clement Campionato del Mondo silk sew-up tires.
    • .092-.080 ga. heavy duty zinc plated spokes.
    • Puncture resistant tubes for wired on tires.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli aluminum alloy stem and bar with recessed stem bolt. 80mm extensions on 20", 21" and 22" frames and 110mm on 23", 24", 25" and 26" frames.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record double plateau crankset.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) cranks.
  • GEARING:
    • Standard gearing is as follows:
      • Front 42-52.
      • Rear 14, 16, 18, 21, 24 (47 low to 100 high).
    • Optional gearing is available in the following combinations at no extra charge:
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14, 16, 18, 21, 24 (55 low to 100 high).
      • Front 49-52.
      • Rear 14, 16, 18, 23, 26 (50 low to 100 high).
  • DERAILLEURS:
    • Campagnolo Nuovo Record rear derailleur.
    • Campagnolo Record front derailleur. (Huret Success front derailleur used on all Sprint style frames.)
    • Gold finish freewheel cluster.
    • Campagnolo bottom bar mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik controls available at no extra cost.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet controls.
    • Campagnolo fingertip derailleur controls.
  • brakeS:
    • Weinmann Carrera aluminum alloy side pull brakes standard on P10 model. Weinmann Vainqueur center pull brakes standard on P60 model. Extension levers for Vainqueur brakes optional at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo alloy side pull brakes at extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost standard.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 26 pounds (11.8 kilograms) subject to variation depending on frame size.

1978 PARAMOUNT P14-0 (track racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P14-0 Paramount Track (Men's)
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Sky Blue
Pearl Blue
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
Chestnut
27" x 1-1/4" $550.00

Model P14-0 (Men's). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Full painted forks and stays. No chrome on head tube lugs? Round head badge. Professional Track Paramount: Campagnolo "Record" crankset with 50 tooth chainwheel, 165mm crankarms. Campagnolo large flange hubs with Schwinn Approved 330 gram alloy rims with spoke ferrules and Clement #9 track cotton tires and tubes. #3 silk optional at extra cost. 15 or 16 tooth rear sprocket. Cinelli aluminum alloy track stem. Campagnolo "Strada" headset. Campagnolo "Record" steel track pedals with Christophe toe clips. "Superleggeri" pedals available at extra cost. Brooks "Professional" saddle. Campagnolo seatpost. Seven standard frame sizes from 20" to 26" as well as optional short couple (bent seat tube) sizes from 21" to 25". Available in all current Schwinn colors. $550.00
  • MODEL: P14-0 Professional Track Paramount.
  • FRAME:
    • Available in seven frame sizes -- 20", 21", 22", 23", 24", 25" and 26" (50.8cm through 66.0cm). Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Close coupled "Sprint" style frame available in 21", 22", 23", 24" and 25" (53.3cm through 63.5cm) at extra cost.
    • Made to measure 19" to 28" frames available at extra cost. Some frames larger than 26" may require the use of 4130 chrome molybdenum tubing for the main frame tubes.
    • Frame is silver solder hand brazed.
    • Reynolds 531 double butted top and bottom tubes, single butted seat mast, Reynolds 531 tapered forks and stays.
    • Campagnolo Track Fork ends.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
    • Chrome trim on head lugs, fork crown and fork stays available at extra cost.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange track hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .072-.060 ga. stainless steel butted spokes.
    • Clement No.9 cotton sew-up tires.
    • Schwinn Approved 330 gram (11.55 oz.) aluminum alloy rim.
    • Clement No. 3 silk sew-up tires optional at extra cost.
    • Extra light 260 gram (9.1 oz.) aluminum alloy rims optional at extra cost.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Cinelli alloy track handlebar and alloy track stem are standard. 100mm extension.
    • Double adjustable Cinelli Steel stem available at extra cost.
    • Cinelli Aluminum alloy road handlebar and stem available at extra cost.
  • HEADSET:
    • Campagnolo Strada.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo track pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black alloy pedals optional at extra cost.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo Record Track crankset.
    • 6-1/2" (165mm) crank arms.
  • SPROCKET:
    • 50 teeth front sprocket is standard.
    • 16 teeth rear sprocket is standard.
    • 15 teeth rear sprocket available at no extra cost.
    • 14 teeth rear sprocket available at no extra cost.
    • 13 teeth rear sprocket.
  • BRAKES:
    • Not normally supplied.
    • Weinmann side-pull front caliper brake available at extra cost.
    • Drilled front fork to accept caliper brake supplied at extra cost.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 20 pounds (9.1 kilograms) subject to variation due to differences in frame size.

1978 PARAMOUNT T29-9/T32-9 (tandem)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T29-9
T32-9
Paramount Tandem 15-Speed
(Men's/Step-Though)

Paramount Tandem 15-Speed
(Men's/Men's's)
Flamboyant Red
Yellow
Black
White
Sky Blue
Pearl Blue
Silver Mist
Scarlet
Pearlescent Orange
Flamingo
Chestnut
27" x 1-1/4" $1195.00

Model T29-9 (Men's front, Mixte rear frame), Model T32-9 (Double Men's style frame). Frames made from double butted Reynolds 531 tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. Custom frame sizes available at extra cost. Full painted forks and stays. No chrome on head tube lugs? Round head badge. 15 speed. 31 to 104 gear range. Campagnolo "Record" crossover drive crank set (36/46/54). 14-16-19-25-31 gold colored freewheel cluster. Campagnolo "Record" front (short couple frame uses Huret "Success") and Huret "Duo-Par" rear derailleurs. Hand brazed chrome-moly alloy steel internally lugged frame. Curved rear seatmast on 22" and 24" rear. T29-9; 22" front with 19" rear, 24" front with 22" rear. T32-9; 24" front and rear, 22" front and rear. Campagnolo large flange quick release hubs with .092, .080 butted spokes, alloy rims and 27" x 1¼ high pressure LeTour gumwall tires. Alloy Cinelli front and All-Rounder rear handlebars. Cinelli front stem, Schwinn handlebar bracket rear. Campagnolo "Superleggari" pedals. brakes: Mafac Cyclometer front and cantilever rear on T32-9, Mafac Cyclometer front and Weinmann Vanqueur rear T29-9. Cinelli Unica saddles with Campagnolo seat posts. Brooks optional. Available in all current Schwinn colors. $1195.00
  • MODEL: T29-9/T32-9 Paramount Tandem.
  • FRAME:
    • T29 tandem features a men's style front and a mixtie (step-through) rear frame.
    • T29 models are available in sizes 22" front, 19" rear or 24" front, 22" rear.
    • T32 models feature a double men's frame.
    • T29 models are available in sizes 22" front and rear or 24" front and rear.
    • Made to measure frames available at extra cost.
    • Rear seat mast is curved to allow more room for rear rider (except on 19" T29 model).
    • Major frame tubes are manufactured from 4130 chrome molybdenum alloy steel with internal reinforcing sleeves at major frame joints.
    • All frames are hand brazed.
    • Front and rear forged Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets for carrier or fender mounting.
  • Optional at extra cost --
    • brazed on water bottle fittings.
    • brazed on down tube shifters.
  • FRAME FINISH:
    • Available in all current Schwinn colors including black and white.
  • WHEELS AND TIRES:
  • Standard Equipment --
    • Campagnolo Record large flange quick release hubs.
    • Aluminum alloy rims.
    • .092-.080 ga. spokes.
    • 27" x 1-1/4" high pressure Schwinn Le Tour tires (85 lbs. inflation).
    • Puncture resistant tubes available at extra cost.
  • HANDLEBARS AND STEM:
    • Randonneur style aluminum alloy front bar and "All Rounder" alloy rear bar. 85mm extension on all frames.
  • PEDALS:
    • Campagnolo Superleggeri black finish alloy pedals with Christophe toe clips and straps.
  • CRANKSET:
    • Campagnolo aluminum alloy three piece cotterless cranks.
    • 6-3/4" (170mm) crank arms.
    • 36-46-54 teeth main chain wheel.
    • 42 teeth front and rear drive sprockets.
  • DERAILLEURS AND GEARS:
    • Schwinn-Approved GT-300 rear derailleur.
    • Huret Success front derailleur used on all T29 and T32 models with the exception of the 19" T29 which is equipped with a Campagnolo Record front derailleur.
    • 14, 16, 19, 25, 31 rear freewheel cluster.
    • Gearing is 31 low to 104 high.
    • Schwinn Twin-Stik stem mounted derailleur controls are standard.
    • Schwinn Approved fingertip ratchet derailleur controls available at extra cost.
    • Campagnolo fingertip derailleur controls available at extra cost.
    • Bottom bar controls available at no extra cost.
  • BRAKES:
    • T29 tandem is equipped with Weinmann Vainqueur center-pull brake on the rear and Mafac Cyclomoteur brake on the front.
    • T32 tandem is equipped with Mafac Cyclomoteur brakes with brazed on fittings for both front and rear wheel.
    • Mathauser brake blocks.
  • SADDLE AND SEATPOST:
    • Unica-Nitor padded leather covered nylon saddle.
    • Brooks Professional leather saddle available at no extra cost.
    • Campagnolo seatpost.
  • WEIGHT:
    • Approximately 43 pounds (19.5 kilograms) subject to variations depending on frame size.

1979

Serial # (Chicago: A-M Q 000001-999999) | (Japan: 001-365 9) | (Paramount A-M 79 01-99)

1979 COLLEGIATE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
727
730
732
707
710
712

777
780
757
760
Collegiate 5-Speed (Men's)
Collegiate 10-Speed (Men's)

Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Collegiate 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Golden Yellow
Black Sable
17"
20"
22"

17"
20"
26" x 1-3/8" $134.95
$139.95

$136.95
$142.95

10 (new) & 5 speed. Shifters on stem. 5 speed has 37 to 85 gear range. GT-120 derailleur. 10 speed has 36 to 96 gear range. SunTour "Sprint" front derailleur and "Seven" rear derailleur. Both have Shimano Front Freewheel system. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Name on top tube. Short silver painted? fenders. colors were Sky Blue, Golden Yellow, and Black Sable. Frame sizes men’s 17"(camelback?), 20", 22"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 20". 5 speed $134.95 / $136.95. 10 speed $139.95 / $142.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 COLLEGIATE (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
767
770
Collegiate 5-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Emerald Green
Black Sable
17"
20"
26" x 1-3/8" $134.95
$136.95

3 & 5 speed. 5 speed only available in women’s. Stem shifter. 37 to 85 gear range. GT-120 derailleur. Shimano Front Freewheel system. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes. 26 x 1-3/8 tires. Short silver painted? fenders. Name on top tube. colors were Sky Blue, Emerald Green, and Black Sable. Frame sizes were women’s (curved bar) 17", 20". $134.95 / $136.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 SPORTABOUT

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
220
222

270
Sportabout 10-Speed (Men's)
Sportabout 10-Speed (Ladies')
Golden Yellow
20"
22"

20"
27" x 1-1/4" $129.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. SunTour "Sprint" front derailleur and "Seven" rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Name on down tube. Oval head badge. Painted tubular fork. Side pull brakes. 27 x1¼ tires. color was Golden Yellow. Frame sizes were men’s 20", 22"; women’s (curved bar) 20". $129.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 VARSITY (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
117
120
122
124
126

167
170
172
Varsity 10-Speed (Men's)
Varsity 10-Speed (Ladies')
Sky Blue
Cardinal Red
Emerald Green
17"
20"
22"
24
26"

17"
20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $149.95
$156.95

10 speed, stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-290 front derailleur. GT-510 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Name on top tube. Oval head badge. Side pull brakes with suicide levers. 27 x1¼ tires. colors were Sky Blue, Cardinal Red, and Emerald Green. Frame sizes were men’s 17"(camelback), 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 17", 20", 22". $149.95 / $156.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 SUBURBAN (tourist)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
530
532
534

577
580
582

642
644

687
690
692
Suburban 5-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 5-Speed (Ladies')
Suburban 10-Speed (Men's)
Suburban 10-Speed (Ladies')
Frosty Blue
Burgundy Mist
20"
22"
24"
(5-Speed)
22"
24"
(10-Speed)

17"
20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $154.95
(5-Speed Men's)
$164.95
(10-Speed Men's)

$159.95
(5-Speed Ladies')
$169.95
(10-Speed Ladies')

10, 5, & 3 speed. The 10 speed has 38 to 100 gear range, GT-290 front derailleur. The five speed has 39 to 89 gear range. Both have Positron II rear derailleur, Front Freewheel system, stem shifters, and chain wheel guards. Both have oval head badges, painted fenders, painted tubular fork, side pull brakes, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on top tube. colors were Frosty Blue and Burgundy Mist. Frame sizes; men’s 10 speed 22", 24"; women’s 17", 20", 22" $164.95 / $169.95, 5 speed men’s 20", 22" 24"; women’s 17", 20", 22" $154.95 / $159.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 CALIENTE (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
C20
C22
C24

C67
C70
Caliente 10-Speed (Men's)
Caliente 10-Speed (Ladies')
Frosty Blue
Cardinal Red
Spicy Chestnut
20"
22"
24"

17"
20"
27" x 1-1/4" $159.95
$166.95

10 speed. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-290 front derailleur. Positron II rear derailleur. GT-290 front derailleur. Front Freewheel system. Oval head badge. Painted tubular fork. Side pull brakes with suicide levers, and 27 x1¼ tires. Name on top tube. colors were Frosty Blue, Cardinal Red, and Spicy Chestnut. Seems to be a sport version of the Suburban. Frame sizes; men’s 20", 22", 24"; women’s (curved bar)17", 20". $159.95 / $166.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 CONTINENTAL II (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
310
312
314
316

350
352
Continental II 10-Speed (Men's)
Continental II 10-Speed (Ladies')
Frosty Blue
Burgundy Mist
Black Sable
20"
22"
24"
26"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $169.95
$176.95

10 speed. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. GT-290 front derailleur. GT-510 rear derailleur. Chain wheel guard. Full chrome tubular fork with special trim. 27 x1¼ tires. Oval head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release front hub. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. colors were Frosty Blue, Burgundy Mist, and Black Sable. Frame sizes men’s 20", 22", 24", 26"; women’s (curved bar) 20", 22". $169.95 / $176.95. Optional chrome fenders, $10.50; thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 SPORT LIMITED (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
Sport Limited 10-Speed (Men's)
Sport Limited 10-Speed (Ladies')
Scarlet
22"
24"
26"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4"

From Mike Rother's "Schwinn Fillet brazed Lightweights": In 1979 Schwinn offered one last fillet-brazed CrMo bicycle: The "Sport Limited." The Sport Limited was sold to use up a supply of Super Sport frames that Schwinn still had in inventory. It was available only in a Scarlet Red color, in both women's and men's frame designs. About 1000 Sport Limited's were made and sold to Schwinn dealers for resale as they saw fit. A factory-suggested retail price was not given, and the Sport Limited did not appear in any catalog. The Sport Limited used wheels and other parts from the fillet-brazed Superior. An interesting feature of the Sport Limited was that although the frame had an Ashtabula bottom-bracket shell for one-piece cranks (like the Super Sport), a conversion bottom-bracket spindle was used to fit a "Schwinn Approved LeTour" aluminum-alloy cotterless crankset.

1979 WORLD SPORT

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
W11
W13
W15

W69
W71
World Sport 10-Speed (Men's)
World Sport 10-Speed (Ladies')
Pearl Blue
Royal Maroon
21"
23"
25"

19"
21"
27" x 1-1/4" $139.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. New model this year. Imported. Stem shifters. 39 to 100 gear range. SunTour "Spirt" front derailleur. SunTour "Honor" rear derailleur. Cotterless crank set with alloy arms and steel chain wheels. Chain wheel guard. Lugged frame. Painted tubular fork. 27 x1¼ tires. Round head badge. Name on top tube. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Alloy stem with steel drop style handlebar. colors were Pearl Blue and Royal Maroon. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s (curved bar) 19", 21". $139.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 TRAVELER III (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T39
T41
T43
T45

T89
T92
Traveler III 10-Speed (Men's)
Traveler III 10-Speed (Ladies')
Pearl Blue
Scarlet Flame
19"
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $159.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Imported from Japan. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano 400 front and rear derailleurs. Cotterless crank set with alloy arms. Chain wheel guard. 1020 steel lugged frame. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Alloy stem and steel Randonneur handlebar. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Araya steel rims. 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Pearl Blue and Scarlet Flame. Frame sizes men’s 19", 21", 23", 25"; women’s (straight bar) 19", 22". $159.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 LE TOUR IV (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
D11
D13
D15

D59
D62
Le Tour IV 10-Speed (Men's)
Le Tour IV 10-Speed (Ladies')
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
21"
23"
25"

19"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $179.95
$186.95

"X-tra Lite" series 10 speed. Schwinn built in Chicago. Stem shifters. 38 to 100 gear range. Shimano 400 rear derailleur, GT-295 front derailleur. Sugino "Super Maxy" alloy cotterless crank set. Chain wheel guard. 1020 steel lugged frame. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebar. Round head badge. center pull brakes with suicide levers. Quick release front hub. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Steel rims with 27 x 1¼ tires. colors were Frosty Blue and Strawberry Red. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25"; women’s Mixte 19", 22". $179.95 / $186.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 SUPER LE TOUR II (sport)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
D21
D23
D25
Super Le Tour II 12-Speed (Men's)
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
Black Sable
21"
23"
25"
27" x 1-1/4" $249.95

"X-tra Lite" series 12 speed. Schwinn built in Chicago. Down tube shifters. 38 to 108 gear range. Shimano "Altus LT Deluxe" front and rear derailleurs. Sugino "Super Maxy" alloy cotterless crank set. 1020 steel lugged frame. Chrome tipped tubular fork. Alloy stem and Randonneur handlebars. Round head badge. Name on top tube. Weinmann "605 Deluxe" side pull brakes without suicide levers. Quick release hubs. Weinmann "A-123" alloy rims. colors were Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, and Black Sable. Frame sizes men’s 21", 23", 25". $249.95. Optional thorn-resistant tubes, $6.50.

1979 PARAMOUNT P13-9 (road racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P13-9 Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Black Sable
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
Silver Mist
Summer Cloud White
20"
21"
22"
23"
24"
25"
26"
27" x 1" $900.00

Model P13-9 (Men's), 10 speed Road Racing Paramount, $900.00
  • FRAME SIZE: Standard frame sizes are 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, or 26 inches, or made to measure at extra cost.
  • FRAME: Shorter wheel base road racing frame. Schwinn hand-built of Reynolds 531 double butted and taper gauge manganese alloy steel tubing, fully lugged with Campagnolo fork ends-head and seat mast angles 73 degrees parallel.
  • FORK: Reynolds 531 taper gauge round blades and single butted steering tube with Campagnolo fork ends. 1¾ inch rake.
  • HANDLEBAR: Cinelli aluminum alloy drop bar.
  • STEM: Cinelli forged aluminum alloy with recessed bolts.
  • SADDLE: Cinelli Unica-Nitor suede leather top on plastic base.
  • CRANKSET: Campagnolo Record Strada 3-piece forged alloy double plateau with 42-52 tooth chainwheels.
  • FREEWHEEL: Regina Oro with 14-16-18-21-24 tooth cogs.
  • CHAIN: Regina Oro 3/32 x ½ inch.
  • HUBS: Campagnolo Record large flange alloy with quick release.
  • REAR DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Nouvo Record alloy.
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Record alloy.
  • SHIFTING LEVERS: Campagnolo alloy down tube shifters.
  • BRAKES: Campagnolo alloy side pulls.
  • RIMS: Schwinn-Approved Super Champion 330 gram alloy tubular, 27 x 1 inch.
  • TIRES: Campionato Del Mondo silk tubular.
  • SPOKES: .072-.060 gauge td stainless butted.
  • PEDALS: Campagnolo SuperLeggari alloy rattrap with toe clips & straps.
  • ACCESSORIES: Options on request.
  • color: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, Silver Mist, Summer Cloud White.
  • WEIGHT: 23 pounds.

1979 PARAMOUNT P15/P65 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P15-9
P65
Paramount 15-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 15-Speed (Ladies')
Black Sable
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
Silver Mist
Summer Cloud White
20"
21"
22"
23"
24"
25"
26"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $885.00

Model P15 (Men's), Model P65 (Ladies'), 15 speed Deluxe Touring Paramount, $885.00
  • FRAME SIZE: Men’s - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, or 26 inches, Ladies 20 or 22 inch. Custom made to measure available at extra cost on both models.
  • FRAME: Schwinn hand-built of Reynolds 531 double butted and taper gauge manganese alloy steel tubing, fully lugged with Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets - head and seat mast angles 73 degrees parallel.
  • FORK: Reynolds 531 taper gauge blades and single butted steering tube with Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets. 1¾ inch rake.
  • HANDLEBAR: Cinelli aluminum alloy drop bar.
  • STEM: Cinelli forged aluminum alloy with recessed bolts.
  • SADDLE: Cinelli Unica-Nitor suede leather top on plastic base.
  • CRANKSET: Campagnolo Record Strada 3-piece forged alloy triple plateau with 36-46-54 tooth chainwheels.
  • FREEWHEEL: Regina Oro with 14-16-19-25-31 tooth cogs.
  • CHAIN: Regina Oro 3/32 x ½ inch.
  • HUBS: Campagnolo Record large flange alloy with quick release.
  • REAR DERAILLEUR: Schwinn-Approved Sun Tour GT 300 wide range.
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Record alloy.
  • SHIFTING LEVERS: Campagnolo alloy down tube shifters.
  • BRAKES: Schwinn-Approved Weinmann Vainquer alloy center pull on P65 Weinman Carrera on P15.
  • RIMS: Schwinn-Approved Super Champion 27 x 1¼ inch.
  • TIRES: Schwinn Super Record high pressure gumwall 27 x 1¼ inch.
  • SPOKES: .072-.060 gauge td stainless butted.
  • PEDALS: Campagnolo SuperLeggari alloy rattrap with toe clips & straps.
  • ACCESSORIES: Options on request.
  • color: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, Silver Mist, Summer Cloud White.
  • WEIGHT: 26 pounds.

1979 PARAMOUNT P10/P60 (tourer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P10-9
P60
Paramount 10-Speed (Men's)
Paramount 10-Speed (Ladies')
Black Sable
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
Silver Mist
Summer Cloud White
20"
21"
22"
23"
24"
25"
26"

20"
22"
27" x 1-1/4" $885.00

Model P10 (Men's), Model P60 (Ladies'), 10 speed Deluxe Touring Paramount, $885.00
  • FRAME SIZE: Men’s - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, or 26 inches, Ladies 20 or 22 inch. Custom made to measure available at extra cost on both models.
  • FRAME: Schwinn hand-built of Reynolds 531 double butted and taper gauge manganese alloy steel tubing, fully lugged with Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets - head and seat mast angles 73 degrees parallel.
  • FORK: Reynolds 531 taper gauge blades and single butted steering tube with Campagnolo fork ends with eyelets. 1¾ inch rake.
  • HANDLEBAR: Cinelli aluminum alloy drop bar.
  • STEM: Cinelli forged aluminum alloy with recessed bolts.
  • SADDLE: Cinelli Unica-Nitor suede leather top on plastic base.
  • CRANKSET: Campagnolo Record Strada 3-piece forged alloy double plateau with 42-52 tooth chainwheels.
  • FREEWHEEL: Regina Oro with 14-16-18-21-24 tooth cogs.
  • CHAIN: Regina Oro 3/32 x ½ inch.
  • HUBS: Campagnolo Record large flange alloy with quick release.
  • REAR DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Nouvo Record alloy.
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Record alloy.
  • SHIFTING LEVERS: Campagnolo alloy down tube shifters.
  • BRAKES: Schwinn-Approved Weinmann Vainquer alloy center pull on P60, Weinman Carrera on P10.
  • RIMS: Schwinn-Approved Super Champion 27 x 1¼ inch.
  • TIRES: Schwinn Super Record high pressure gumwall 27 x 1¼ inch.
  • SPOKES: .072-.060 gauge td stainless butted.
  • PEDALS: Campagnolo SuperLeggari alloy rattrap with toe clips & straps.
  • ACCESSORIES: Options on request.
  • color: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, Silver Mist, Summer Cloud White.
  • WEIGHT: 26 pounds.

1979 PARAMOUNT P14-0 (track racer)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
P14-0 Paramount Track (Men's)
Black Sable
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
Silver Mist
Summer Cloud White
20"
21"
22"
23"
24"
25"
26"
27" x 1" $650.00

Model P14-0 Professional Track Paramount, $650.00
  • FRAME SIZE: Standard frame sizes are 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, or 26 inches, or made to measure at extra cost.
  • FRAME: Short wheel base track style. Schwinn-built of Reynolds 531 double butted and taper gauge manganese alloy steel tubing, fully lugged with Campagnolo track fork ends-head and seat mast angles 74 degrees.
  • FORK: Reynolds 531 taper gauge round blades with single butted steering tube and Campagnolo fork ends. Track design with 1/ inch rake.
  • HANDLEBAR: Cinelli aluminum alloy track style drop bar.
  • STEM: Cinelli forged aluminum alloy track style with recessed bolts.
  • SADDLE: Cinelli Unica-Nitor suede leather top on plastic base.
  • CRANKSET: Campagnolo Record Pista 3-piece forged alloy with 50 tooth chainwheel.
  • FREEWHEEL: Fixed gear - Campagnolo alloy fixed hub with choice of 15 or 16 tooth rear sprocket.
  • CHAIN: Regina Oro 1/8 x ½ inch track chain.
  • HUBS: Campagnolo Record Pista large flange alloy.
  • REAR DERAILLEUR: None.
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR: None.
  • SHIFTING LEVERS: None.
  • BRAKES: None For track use only.
  • RIMS: Schwinn-Approved Super Champion 330 gram alloy tubular, 27 x 1 inch.
  • TIRES: Clement #9 cotton tire (Clement #3 track silks optional at extra cost).
  • SPOKES: .072-.060 gauge td stainless butted.
  • PEDALS: Campagnolo Record Pista alloy rattrap with toe clips & straps.
  • ACCESSORIES: Options on request.
  • color: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, Silver Mist, Summer Cloud White.
  • WEIGHT: 20 pounds.

1979 PARAMOUNT T29-9/T32-9 (tandem)

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Model Description Color Frame Size Wheel Size Price
T292
T294

T322
T324
Paramount Tandem 15-Speed
(Men's/Step-Though)

Paramount Tandem 15-Speed
(Men's/Men's's)
Black Sable
Frosty Blue
Strawberry Red
Silver Mist
Summer Cloud White
22"(Front)/19"(Rear)
24"(Front)/22"(Rear)

22"(Front/Rear)
24"(Front/Rear)
27" x 1-1/4" $1395.00

Model T29-9 (Men's front, Mixte rear frame), 15 speed Paramount Tandem, $1395.00
  • FRAME SIZE: Men’s style front with Mixte rear. T292 -- 22" front, 19" rear. T294 -- 24" front, 22" rear.
  • FRAME: Hand built, hand brazed, 4130 chrome-moly heavy duty tubing, internally lugged.
  • FORK: Schwinn-built 4130 chrome-moly steel taper gauged tubular extra-strength tandem design.
  • HANDLEBAR: Front -- Cinelli alloy drop style, Rear -- GB alloy allrounder style.
  • STEM: Front - Cinelli forged aluminum alloy with recessed bolt, Rear -- Schwinn-Built Heavy duty forged steel bracket.
  • SADDLE: Cinelli Unica-Nitor suede leather top on plastic base.
  • CRANKSET: Campagnolo Record Strada 3-piece forged alloy 15 speed 36-46-54 tooth triple plateau with tandem cross over drive.
  • FREEWHEEL: Special heavy duty tandem design rear cluster with 14-16-19-25-31 tooth cogs.
  • CHAIN: Regina Oro 3/32 x ½ inch.
  • HUBS: Phil Wood stainless steel heavy duty tandem hubs with sealed bearings adaptable for disc brakes -- 48 holes.
  • REAR DERAILLEUR: Maeda Suntour VGT alloy wide range.
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Record alloy.
  • SHIFTING LEVERS: Schwinn-Approved Maeda ratchet design handlebar end shifters.
  • BRAKES: Front Caliper -- Mafac Cyclometeur, Rear -- Weinmann Vainqueur, brake Blocks -- Mathauser, levers -- Weinmann hooded
  • RIMS: Super Champion alloy tubular, 27 x 1¼ inch -- 48 holes.
  • TIRES: Schwinn Le Tour High Pressure Gumwall 27 x 1¼ inch.
  • SPOKES: .080 stainless steel.
  • PEDALS: Campagnolo SuperLeggari alloy rattrap with toe clips & straps.
  • ACCESSORIES: Options on request.
  • color: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, Silver Mist, Summer Cloud White.
  • WEIGHT: 43 pounds.

Model T32-9 (Double Men's style frame), 15 speed Paramount Tandem, $1395.00.
  • FRAME SIZE: Men’s style front and rear. T322 -- 22" front, and rear. T324 -- 24" front and rear.
  • FRAME: Hand built, hand brazed, 4130 chrome-moly heavy duty tubing, internally lugged, curved rear seat mast.
  • FORK: Schwinn-built 4130 chrome-moly steel taper gauged tubular extra-strength tandem design.
  • HANDLEBAR: Front -- Cinelli alloy drop style, Rear -- GB alloy allrounder style.
  • STEM: Front - Cinelli forged aluminum alloy with recessed bolt, Rear -- Schwinn-Built Heavy duty forged steel bracket.
  • SADDLE: Cinelli Unica-Nitor suede leather top on plastic base.
  • CRANKSET: Campagnolo Record Strada 3-piece forged alloy 15 speed 36-46-54 tooth triple plateau with tandem cross over drive.
  • FREEWHEEL: Special heavy duty tandem design rear cluster with 14-16-19-25-31 tooth cogs.
  • CHAIN: Regina Oro 3/32 x ½ inch.
  • HUBS: Phil Wood stainless steel heavy duty tandem hubs with sealed bearings adaptable for disc brakes -- 48 holes.
  • REAR DERAILLEUR: Maeda Suntour VGT alloy wide range.
  • FRONT DERAILLEUR: Huret "Success".
  • SHIFTING LEVERS: Schwinn-Approved Maeda ratchet design handlebar end shifters.
  • BRAKES: Calipers -- Mafac Cyclometeur front and rear. Levers - Weinmann hooded. brake Blocks -- Mathauser.
  • RIMS: Super Champion alloy tubular, 27 x 1¼ inch -- 48 holes.
  • TIRES: Schwinn Le Tour High Pressure Gumwall 27 x 1¼ inch.
  • SPOKES: .080 stainless steel.
  • PEDALS: Campagnolo SuperLeggari alloy rattrap with toe clips & straps.
  • ACCESSORIES: Options on request.
  • color: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, Strawberry Red, Silver Mist, Summer Cloud White.
  • WEIGHT: 43 pounds.
Copyright © 2009 Bob Hufford All rights reserved.


Thanks to Eric Amliee for compiling and editing the detail specifications found on this page. For comments, additions, or corrections, please contact either Eric or myself. Thanks.