Monday, September 28, 2009

Introducing the St. Clair

Visited the National Air and Space Museum yesterday. Below are images of one of five remaining bicycles from the Wright Cycle Co., Located right next to the original Wright Flier; "The Wrights used the profits from the Wright Cycle Company to finance their aviation experiments." This St. Clair model was built in 1898 and sold for $42.50, about $370 today, adjusted for inflation.

Aggressive:
Wright Cycle Co., St. Clair Bicycle

That's a well worn wrapped leather saddle. Note the seat post collar, looks like a modern threaded headset.
Wright Cycle Co., St. Clair Bicycle

Tighten up that chain, Orville!
Wright Cycle Co., St. Clair Bicycle

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