My Freshly Completed 67' Schwinn

[ZeusMutation]

Hi,
I'm not sure this bike fits in as a "Rat Rod" but, since I used this site numerous times lurking for ideas I wanted to share what I've done.
I usually ride Chicago Schwinn's, for the last 20 years at least. I've had all kinds of semi one-off rides but these days riding a single speed or a Bendex 2 speed just isn't cutting it. I tried getting into a Road, Tour, or Mountain Bike but I'm just not into em. I started building a 7 speed beach cruiser... I don't like the look of a derailer so I trashed that idea. I had always wanted a 26" BMX bike when I was a kid so I decided to make a BMX/Beach Cruiser with gears. Once I started looking at other peoples builds it became apparent this idea wasn't a new one.

67' Schwinn Frame
Shimano Nexus 4 Speed Internal Rear Hub
3 Piece Aluminum Cranks w/Omega8 40T Chainring
Landing Gear Forks
Black Anodized Aluminum Headset
Fit Bike Co. Stem
Aluminum Handlebars
HiWheels Hairpin Saddle

Its original paint on the frame. I wanted mat black everywhere I could. I powder coated the saddle spring. Grips to match a closely as possible. Rides real nice!
I'd love to hear what you all think of it?

Thanks!

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/e2xactv5qdkq9hx/wg7w9Orn8z Hopefully you can see the pix.

 

[sleepy]

First off, welcome to RRB!

Your Schwinn is very cool....real nice blend of the old with new. 8)

 

[wheelbender6]

Great looking bike. The best bike for you is the bike you build YOUR way. Your SCH could also qualify as a klunker (pre mountain bike off roader).

 

[Rev.LowBuck]

Forum Rules dictate that we're not supposed to get into conversations seeking to define Rat Rod.

BUT- oh YES! Very well qualified!

Cool bike. I'd ride that thing until unable to pull my hands from the grips.

 

[ZeusMutation]

Thanks for the kind words. Much Appreciated!

 

[knobbie]

I tink it looks somewhat ratty.

Nice bike!