Schwinn Paramount History with Richard

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Жыл бұрын

In this video Richard tells us some history on the Schwinn Paramount and Oscar Wastyn. If you haven't seen the first video check it out!
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@BicycleRestorationMan Жыл бұрын

Very cool, thanks for sharing John. This history is priceless.

@daveed4475 Жыл бұрын

I spent a lot of time in Oscar Wastyn's shop on Milwaukee Ave. in the 1980's; purchased a few bikes, lots of accessories - he had some great stuff that was vintage back then! He offered to build up and sell me a gorgeous Eisentraut for very fair price, but I passed due to a lot of other expenses at the time, and I've always regretted it. Great people. He would show me all the cool bikes in the basement. Really enjoyed hanging out there, and hearing all the history. Ordered a new Waterford 1200 in 1994, and never looked back - such a special bike. About to build up my second Waterford, a new RS-22.

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

That's awesome. I called on Wastyn's shop on Milwaukee Ave from 1989 till ? I worked for Wisconsin cycle. He once told me that it was Illegal to put Shimano on a racing bike. LOL. Id love to have an Eisentraut! Im always looking for one in great shape! I am lacking a Waterford bike in my collection. However I do have three Waterford paramounts.. Do they count?

@daveed4475 9 ай бұрын

@@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage I'd say they count. They should anyway.

@larryt.atcycleitalia5786 Жыл бұрын

More great stuff - you're living-the-dream! BRAVO!

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage 11 ай бұрын

Thanks much

@Repackrider84 3 ай бұрын

While it’s not a road bike, it would be interesting to hear a little about the original brazed Schwinn “Paramountain” sent around to bike shops for feedback and then the 1987 Black, Red and Yellow frames with rollercam mounts. As I know these USA built. If any one knows of a story or link please advise.

@grantkoeller8911 Жыл бұрын

For long distance touring, remember the Sun Tour VGT Lux?

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

Yeah back then.. That model or the Shimano Crane..

@dalescaringi47 Жыл бұрын

Yup, had one on my Raleigh after the Simplex wore out.

@SharpByCoop Жыл бұрын

New subscriber here, restoring vintage Chicago Schwinns at present. I appreciate your channel and videos. This whole Waterford trip was eye-opening for me, and you are a great informant. Thanks, John!

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

Thanks. What are you restoring?

@grantkoeller8911 Жыл бұрын

Incredible history!!!!!!!

@Paramount531 Жыл бұрын

I love the Paramount history from the most credible source possible. Thank you!!!

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

I figured he knew what he was talking about. LOL

@StanEby1 Жыл бұрын

I love this stuff. Also, Jean-Claude Killy and Billy Kidd. I remember those guys and days. Schwinn is a classic himself as well.

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Part of history

@dalescaringi47 Жыл бұрын

Good stuff John!

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@tagoooU Күн бұрын

My 1975 Paramount p15 was all campy except the rear derailleur. I guess campy derailleurs could not handle the big gear.

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Күн бұрын

The Nuovo Record derailleur that most came with can only handle a 27 tooth FW. The campy equivalent of that day didn't shift that well. Thats why they came with the Shimano Rer der.

@grantkoeller8911 Жыл бұрын

Wow, to think of putting Shimano on a Paramount back In the day!!

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

IKR! late 70s some had Dura ace but not in early 70s.

@larryt.atcycleitalia5786 Жыл бұрын

Not just back-in-the-day. Not that long ago I was at a "raduno" put on by the people of GIOS-Torino at their showroom in Volpiano, Italy. It was raining and I noted a bike with fenders, leaning over to (son of founder) Aldo Gios to say "Well, someone is smart, they have fenders on their GIOS." He replied that he didn't think they were very smart, noting their GIOS had Shimano components on it! Some things never change!

@cesarsantellana1768 Жыл бұрын

Didn't know Drew Carrey was into cycling, nice.

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

Lol. My nickname was Drew a few years back when I had dark rim glasses.

@cesarsantellana1768 Жыл бұрын

@@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage hahaha,thats funny. I can totally picture you with the glasses. That was a good show, yours is a tad bit better though.

@2slo856 Жыл бұрын

Oscar Wastyn, not Waston.

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

Good Catch! Thanks. I had it right in the thumbnail.. LOL

@1a2b3c4. Жыл бұрын

I have seen several Schwinn bikes on Facebook marketplace but they look totally mistreated to the point I just say heck no, on the other hand your bikes look beautiful.

@JohnsVintageRoadBikeGarage Жыл бұрын

I used to joke and say that everyone did a drumroll on the top tubes with steak knives before they sell thier bikes on line. LOL