This was the first major bicycle magazine news stand publication to ever feature a story on the j. Sears bikes from the 20s through the war were sold under the elgin brand. Higgins vintage bike accessories for sale in stock ebay. The elgin bluebird, robin, blackhawk, flightlinger and spaceliner were all sears exclusives. Jan 14, 2009 jc higgins was built by elgin pre ww2, then by huffy huffman bicycle company afterwards. The 1960s were the last era of the j c higgins bicycle. If you could only own one book on bicycle history, bicycle is it. Citi bike is a privately owned public bicycle sharing system serving the new york city boroughs. A few scratches the largest on the right side of tanks. Kind of like your dad going to sears and buying an allstate a rebadged henry j instead of an offering from one of the big three. Sears bicycles sold before world war ii were branded as elgin, and after world war ii as j. The bike is definitely murraybuilt, and judging by the skiptooth chainring i would say most likely built between 1946 and 50. My hunt for bikes and parts is a constant thing and something i would love to share.
Vintage jc higgins bicycles for sale vintage bicycles online. Higgins flightliner is a post wwii bicycle image printed on vintage inspired papers and repurposed maps. Motos and photos nyc motorcyclist serving the new york city. See more ideas about vintage bicycles, bicycle and bike. In honor, we bring you our list of books on bicycles and bicycle design, now updated with new titles. The manufacturing of jc higgins bicycle started after the world war ii, and several models were produced at that time. List a bike that you want to sell or trade for free.
Musselman was for many years one of the top brands of coaster brake. Higgins vintage bikes when you shop the largest online selection at. Ward wrote bicycling for ladies, a 200page book advising women on how to. Early era of higgins bicycles the most popular and exclusive bicycles of sears roebuck and co. This is the bicycle that was sent to me as an unrideable machine suffering from years of neglect and mishap. Date code wc57 columbia built 1957 only remaining original parts are frame and seat post. The image below was from a leaflet my uncle gave me.
Sign up for all the latest collecting news, expert blogs and auction lots from around the world. Jun 09, 2016 this is the bicycle that was sent to me as an unrideable machine suffering from years of neglect and mishap. An excellent book containing catalog pages from the 30s through the 60s is available. More patina than you can shake a stick at and totally rebuilt and rides sweet. Bmx bikes j jc higgins 1957 jc higgins california cruiser 26. Tankstyle bikes like the higgins colorflow were just slightly before my time. It still has a lot of the characteristics of the elgin. These products were well made and were popular with the companys historical core of rural and workingclass consumers. Here is an image from the 1938 island cycle catalogue. Jc higgins was built by elgin pre ww2, then by huffy huffman bicycle company afterwards. During these years, there was a tough competition between the different makers. John higgins began working for sears in 1898 as the manager of the headquarters office bookkeepers and retired as company comptroller in 1930.
Budget bicycle center has vintage bicycles from all eras. Higgins flightliner is a stunning example of how stylish these bikes really are. A comedy about a 9 year old boy who is disappointed and concerned about his social status in his grammer school and community becauses he receives a j. Davids account is not only thorough and accurate, but offers a great read to both the aficionado. When i was growing up, schwinn was the bike to have j. Bicycle sales and repair greensboro nc, key shop greensboro. I have checked out the parts direct site but it did not provide any useful information for this. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Unfollow jc higgins bicycle to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The most famous sears vintage bicycles of 1950 to 1960 were the higgins 100 and the flightliner, that were specially made for both genders of all ages. He moved from his birth country of ireland to the united states in his late teens and began working for sears in 1898. See more ideas about vintage bicycles, old bicycle and vintage bikes. Unfortunately, there is no real rhyme or reason to the serial numbers as a year identifier, so youll have to go by pictures and components. The seat is incorrect but otherwise it looks pretty unmolested.
Vintage jc higgins rustic rat rod fat tire tank cruiser bicycle. It will need complete restoration or keep it as is. Wagner, mark and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Higgins vintage bike accessories when you shop the largest online. Jc higgins was sears house brand name of bicycles from 1908 to 1961. News nyc motorcyclist serving the new york city motorcycling. Higgins to americas laughable version of an automobile the edsel. He talks about kids so desperate to not be associated with either the. He is also currently working on a coffeetable book, a historical riders guide to.
We sell s of vintage, classic, retro, reproduction, and antique bicycles for the avid collector. Higgins the brand name during a discussion in 1908 among sears executives of possible names for a new line of sporting goods. I bought a jc higgins beehive springer too which i love. Bikes at higgins bike and key in greensboro, nc we strive to provide you with valuable information, resources and service. Higgins flightliner could someone please help me out on this. I originally had an old schwinn cruiser frame but just traded it to an old hippy for a 1948 jc higgins frame.
Bicycle sales and repair greensboro nc, key shop greensboro nc. Vintage j c higgins bicycles are a type of collectible bicycle originally sold in the united states through sears department stores. Higgins the brand name during a discussion in 1908 among. If you have a question about your antique bicycle, we. See more ideas about old bikes, bicycle and vintage bicycles.
A comedy about a 9yearold boy who is disappointed and concerned about his social status in his grammar school and community because he receives a j. These bikes are known for their american steel frames. Like many other sears products, the sears firearms were. He is also currently working on a coffeetable book, a historical riders. Higgens cycle shop is greensboros first family bike store, offering financing, sales and service of all makes and models greensboros first family bike store since 1958 good quality and lowest prices in the triad. Higgins 3speed rear hub controlled by a jc higgins branded trigger shifter, along with an aab saddle made in england, block pedals, white grips and front and rear fenders. Kirsten midura moto market nyc, mike higgins godspeed company, and.
Apr 14, 2017 tankstyle bikes like the higgins colorflow were just slightly before my time. Primarily, look for brand names or markings on any parts. Theres thousands of bikes coming out of the woodwork on ebay daily. Higgins hiawatha bike and i am trying to determine the year. With bestselling author alafair burke she writes the under s. Collectible elgin jc higgins hawthorne book on ebay. I take meticulous care to balance ink for each print so the. As bricycle said, the jc higgins brand was postwar. Greensboros first family bike store since 1958 good quality and lowest prices in the triad. Higgins, was based on a real person, john higgins who was a sears employee. This model dates 5963 when sears dropped the jc higgins house name for sears. Buy register of higgins cycles 3rd revised edition by hewitt, chris isbn. Budget bicycle center vintage circa 1950 up bicycles for. From the rear fender brace that flows into the chain guard, to the tank with built in hooded headlight that mimics the look of the fender on a 58 chevrolet, this bike is all style.
Higgins bicycles with a large selection of new and used bicycles at local bike trader. After the second world war came another era for sears vintage bicycles. Higgins for collectors was also written by yours truly. Brief history and description j c higgins was the brand name of us department store sears line of sports goods. In honor, we bring you our list of books on bicycles. It definitely looks a lot more board track now than it ever could have with the schwinn frame. Our large showroom is dedicated to your cycling needs.
If you are looking for a project bike shop this page or parts to complete your project, check out our nos parts for sale pages. This handcrafted process makes each print an individual. Higgins color flow took a long time of searching, organizing and actually a lot of luck to be able to find all the original parts. Higgins vintage bike accessories for sale in stock. Collectible elgin jc higgins hawthorne book on ebay the sears roebuck and company was responsible for some of the most outrageous and sought after bicycle designs. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Discount prices on books by john higgins, including titles like the reasonableness of christianity. This postwar jc higgins bike was made in the 1950s for the sears department store. Higgins to americas laughable version of an automobilethe edsel. Higgins, yvette czaninski, annemarie catesson, john j. It will need complete restoration or keep it as is since it looks so cool. To gain a competitive advantage, sears roebuck started to made new models of jc higgins bicycles that had several improved features and new designs.
Each block is hand carved and individually printed by hand. He spent his entire working career with sears and was vice president for the company for a period of time. We are passionate about riding and want your cycling experience to be all that it can be. A full dressed higgins colorflow in 9 condition might bring 1800 on a very lucky day. At this point, the story gets a bit murky, but higgins name was suggested and john higgins consented to sears use his name. I have read through the forum but still am unsure about its year. As you can see the bike is now in a much better state of repair and is working once. Jc higgins bicycle restoration project by dave brown. Higgins bikes for sale with a large selection of new and used bicycles at local bike trader. Vintage jc higgins bicycles including complete bicycles, parts, and restored bikes.