Object Details
- Arnold, Schwinn and Co.
- Description
- In 1963, Schwinn introduced a low-slung child’s bicycle that had begun as a fad in southern California. The California custom bikes had small wheels, “Longhorn” handlebars, and a slim, elongated seat. The mass-produced Schwinn Sting-Ray was an instant success; it was perfect for wheelies, and the “banana” seat accommodated the rider and his “date.” The Sting-Ray came in vibrant colors, including Flamboyant Lime, Radiant Coppertone, Sky Blue, and Violet. As sales boomed, Schwinn added the Fastback and Manta Ray, several models for girls, and the Orange Krate, Apple Krate, Lemon Peeler, and Pea Picker. This bike was donated by the manufacturer.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Credit Line
- Gift of Arnold, Schwinn & Co.
- 1965
- ID Number
- TR.326804
- catalog number
- 326804
- accession number
- 265701
- Object Name
- bicycle
- Other Terms
- bicycle; Road
- See more items in
- Work and Industry: Transportation, Road
- America on the Move
- Transportation
- Road Transportation
- National Museum of American History
- Record ID
- nmah_843031
- GUID (Link to Original Record)
- https://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a6-5dcd-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa
