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Schwinn Sierra Hybrid /Vintage MTB Turned Hybrid, Chrome Highlights SM - $295 (palo alto)
E Bayshore Rd near Corporation Way
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This Schwinn Sierra is a vintage mountain bike that has been turned into more of a klunker-style urban cruiser. The chromoly frame and fork have been cleaned and polished and the chrome highlights still shine. It is now more of a retro cruiser with an upright stem and more intermediate, faster rolling tires. This would be a great choice for easy rides around the neighborhood or down to the cafe or local farmer's market. The finish is very unique and retro-looking and the under the chainstay rear U-brake is a unique feature. The bike has new cables and housing all around. This bike still sports the original Schwinn Sierra head badge.
There is one of these listed on an online auction site right now for $600!
With a 21.25" effective top tube and 16.5" seat tube (center-to-center), this bike sizes like a Small and should fit most riders in the 5'3" to 5'6" range.
Frame Material: Schwinn 4130 Chromoly steel main tubes and stays
Fork: chromoly steel
Drivetrain: Shimano 3x6
Brakes: Shimano Exage cantilever
Brake Levers: Shimano Exage SLR
Shifters: Shimano Exage thumb shifters
Front Derailleur: Shimano Exage
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Exage
Crankset: Shimano Exage
Stem: High-rise quill
Handlebar: pull-back flat bar
Saddle: Comfort saddle (small tear near rear of saddle, see photo)
Wheels: Weinmann 622 alloy rims, Shimano Exage hubs
Front Tire: CST Camber 26x1.50”
Rear Tire: CST Camber 26x1.50”
Extras: alloy bottle cage, kickstand
This vintage classic is in Very Good condition overall with a few minor scuffs, smudges and scrapes here and there. Overall, these imperfections lend to the overall “patina” of the bike for true vintage cred. Some signs of minor oxidation near the bottom bracket (see photo). Mechanically, the bike is in Very Good to Excellent shape and is fully tuned and ready to ride.