Thrift Store Score

Last night I found myself at a local thrift store. On the way out I came across an interesting looking Schwinn selling for $69.00. I was on the fence about spending that much for the bike, but the paint and the camelback bar were really talking to me. Just as I had decided against it, my girlfriend asked the cashier if there was a sale on the bikes today. Sure enough 50% off all bikes. $35 was too good to pass up. So, now I've got my next little bike project. HERE is what Schwinn had to say about it, back in 1977.

1977 17" Schwinn Varsity

The born on date says....Aprill 1977

Now, I'm not sure what I'm going to do with this bike. I'm tossing around a few unusual ideas. (possibly a banana seat and some ape hangers?) But, I did do a quick scan on the internet to see if anyone else had played with this frame and I came across this gorgeous 77 Varsity on a MTB forum.

Stock frame, headset, Weinmann brakes and levers BB upgrade to 3pc style Sugino crank arms Steel rings 44x17 currently Brooks B72 saddle (vintage 1961) Swapped the steel 27" wheels for 700c: Mavic MA2 rims, Shimano Exage hubs w/upgraded bearings Nashbar Prima 2 Plus tires (these are either a very good knockoff or are rebadged Vittoria Techno Twins) Moustache bar Cork tape, gum covers post 1995 Schwinn Phantom stem MKS Touring pedals with MKS clips