The Schwinn Tandem
This page provides year by year images and info quoted from Schwinn catalogs for the Tandem from 1899 to 1979.
1899
Frames are all specially built on our own lines.
1899 World Double Diamond Tandem Model 38
Center driving, using our World one piece crank shaft and cranks, with out own special device for taking up slacks in chain; narrow tread samme as on our single bicycles, the small sprocket wheel for carrying front chain being rigidly attached to center of crank shaft which is slabbed flat sided to give absolute security of fastening, chain running under center of frame between two lower tubes.
We offer them as the best tandems in the world; they cost more than other makes but are worth more.
- Price $100.00
1899 World Combination Tandem Model 39
Center driving, using World one piece crank shaft and cranks with our own special device for taking up slacks in chain.
Narrow tread same as on our single bicycles; construction corresponding to Model 38 except drop, frame in front; rat trap pedals for rear rider and rubber pedals for front.
Price $100.00
See the full 1899 Schwinn catalog.
1946
The very latest in tandem design and construction-parts are tandem size throughout.
"THE BICYCLE SCHWINN-BUILT FOR TWO"
A new bicycling thrill in touring, sport riding, and transportation. Available in both touring and racing trim and there is a big selection of tandem equipment to choose from. Ask your Schwinn dealer for a complete and interesting demonstration.
"I'll steer... you pedal," says BOB HOPE,PARAMOUNT PICTURES' top rank comedian and favorite of millions of radio fans, to JERRY COLONNA, "I ride my Schwinn with keen enjoyment every chance I get," says Bob. To which Colonna adds: "I'm not joking when I tell you if more people would ride Schwinns they would enjoy life more."
See the full 1946 Schwinn catalog.
1948
The Schwinn Ultra Short Tandem combines everything that is new and practical in tandem design. Tandem engineered throughout, it will stand up under any and all conditions.
Specifications
FRAME -
Ultra modern, short coupled, lady-back European type, new patented design, finest 1 Vs" diameter seamless drawn steel tubing, with 1 1/2" diameter bottom tube. Two sets of rear stays, detachable kick-stand bracket, removable seat-post clamps and built-in mud and chain guard mountings. Special, heavy drop-out rear fork ends. Special, large diameter head tube. This frame is tandem engineered throughout.
FORK -
Special, heavy tandem design throughout, special wide drop-forged steel tandem fork crown. Fork sides are extra heavy double-tapered with brazed-in fork tips. Fork stem 11 / 16" diameter - extra heavy. This fork is a special tandem fork engineered for tandem service.
REAR CRANK SET -
Three-piece cottered type, axle and cups turned from special bar steel, cups of extra length; cranks oval designed with fixed pedal sprockets. Crank hanger assembly engineered for narrowest possible pedal tread.
FRONT CRANK SET -
Same as rear, but mounted in an aluminum eccentric sleeve to permit front chain adjustment.
HUBS -
Special, tandem width Schwinn Dural. Rear hub has threaded steel insert for mounting of sprockets and free-wheels. Regularly equipped with imported free-wheel and Schwinn front and rear Caliper Brakes - Schwinn Expander Brakes or Coaster Brake optional.
HEAD SET -
This head set is tandem engineered throughout.All parts are large in diameter and extra heavy to withstand tandem strain. Adjusting cup turned from octagonal bar to permit use of standard wrenches for adjustment. The adjusting cup lock-washer and the adjusting cup are serrated-an extra safety feature. Head set is provided with a handlebar stem adjusting clamp to augment the standard handlebar stem ex- pander - another double safety feature. Bearing balls are extra large 3/16" diameter.
HANDLEBARS -
Special tandem. Rear handlebar fixed, not steerable.
HANDLEBAR STEM -
Schwinn Dural double adjustable.
KICK STAND -
Schwinn-Built, detach ably mounted.
MUDGUARDS -
Lightweight type with semi-tubular braces fastened to lugs on frame and front fork.
CHAIN GUARDS -
Chrome plated - mounted to lugs on the frame, no clamps.
CHAIN -
1/2" pitch roller.
TIRES -
Special Schwinn Hurricane 26" x 1 1/2" tandem tire on Schwinn Tubular S-4 special tandem rims.
SADDLES -
Schwinn English type mattress.
PEDALS -
Special Tourist.
COLORS -
Maroon, Dark Blue, Brewster Green, French Gray and Black.
See the full 1948 Schwinn catalog.
1951
It's double fun on a bicycle-built-for-two!
- Model T-5 26-inch
Sized right for easy, graceful handling - sturdily built for safety
There's no better recreation, no greater pleasure in cycling than gliding along on a beautiful Schwinn Tandem. This "Lady-Back model is built with a short wheelbase for easy steering and safe riding. Extra sturdy constructuin with frame made from seamless drawn tubing.
Equipped with specially designed Tandem hubs, fork and hangers and built-in chrome trimmed chain guard. Choice of expander or Caliper brakes and either Tandem or balloon tires on Schwinn tubular rims.
See the full 1951 Schwinn catalog.
1953
For a wonderful new thrill in cycling pleasure.
The Schwinn Tandem is "Close-coupled" with a short wheelbase for easy. graceful handling. It's extra sturdy, too, made from seamless drawn tubing with dural front and rear hubs.
- Fully Guaranteed 26 inch model No. T-5.
See the full 1953 Schwinn catalog.
1955
There’s no greater pleasure in cycling than gliding along on a beautiful Schwinn Tandem-- The Famous Bicycle-Built-For-Two.
Model T-5 26-inch
Equipped with caliper brakes, heavy duty tandem hubs, forks and hangers -- choice of either tandem or balloon tires.
SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME- Schwinn tandem, short coupled, lady-back.
FORK- Schwinn heavy duty tandem.
CRANK SETS- 3-piece cottered type.
FRONT HUB- Choice of dural hub or large flange expander brake.
BRAKES- Front and rear caliper brakes with dural hubs, or large flange front expander brake.
REAR HUB- 3-speed
COLORS- Opal red, blue or green; also black enamel.
MODELS
Shipping Weight lbs.
BOYS GIRLS SIZE DESCRIPTION BOYS/GIRLS
- T5 26-inch Tandem 90
See the full 1955 Schwinn catalog.
1956
Cycling is double fun on a bicycle-built-for-two!
Extra sturdy construction with short wheelbase for easy steering and safe riding. Equipped with specially designed tandem hubs, fork and hangers and built-in chrome trimmed chainguard. Choice of tandem or balloon rires.
Colors:Opal red, blue or green, also black enamel.
Over 65 Models
Schwinn offers the world's most complete selection of fine quality bicycles in a full range of middleweight, balloon and lightweight models. From junior sizes for tiny tots to custom-made machines for professional bike raacers, Schwinn has it - a bikes for every purpose and every purse.
See the full 1956 Schwinn catalog.
1957
Fun for you on a bike- built-for-two!
Short Wheel Base for Easy Steering
Famed Schwinn Quality Throughout
Features Specially Made Tandem Hubs, Fork and Hangers
Choice of Tandem or Balloon Tires
Colors: Opalescent red, blue or green also Black Enamel.
For Family Fun...
Ride Schwinn bikes for better health
There's no finer outdoor fun for the whole family than riding your bikes together. Famous heart specialist agree- bike riding is the best exercise to keep figures trim and built better health. So take Mother and Dad along for the ride...They'll love these easy-rolling Schwinn Lightweights.
See the full 1957 Schwinn catalog.
1959
There's family fun for everyone on the Schwinn Town and Country Tandem-a real showpiece for retail display, a profitable addition for bike rentals.
The bicycle built - for - two TANDEM
Features: Extra-strong Tandem construction throughout, front and rear large flange expander brakes, short coupled lady-back frame for easy handling, heavy Tandem wheels with 26” x1 1/2 “ Schwinn Hurricane tires, 3-piece crank sets, special Tandem fork.
Town and country Tandem models
Shpg. No. Size Description Wt., Lbs.
- T15-0 26 inch Free-wheel expander brakes 90
See page 30 for other hubs, optional equipment and how to order.
COLORS: All Schwinn colors.
All specification subject to change without notice.
See the full 1959 Schwinn catalog.
1960
Double strength construction.
Bicycle built for two. Close coupled frame, safe lady back design. Front and rear heavy duty brakes.
- Choice of Schwinn colors .... $175.00
See the full 1960 Schwinn catalog.
1961
Double strength construction.
Bicycle built for two. Close coupled frame, safe lady back design. Front and rear heavy duty handbrakes.
- Choice of Schwinn colors .... $175.00
See the full 1961 Schwinn catalog.
1962
Double strength construction.
Bicycle built for two. Close coupled frame, safe lady back design. Front and rear heavy duty handbrakes.
- Choice of Schwinn colors .... $175.00
See the full 1962 Schwinn catalog.
1963
New Low priced tandem!
Schwinn lady-back tandem frame, sturdy tubular rims, chrome plated fenders, adjustable chain idler, other fine features. Tandem also offered in Schwinn Town & Country heavy duty model-115-with top quality features, $175.00, suggested Zone 1 price. Also ask your Scwhinn dealer about Schwinn's special delivery bikes- Wasp and Cycle truck.
- Zone1
- T10-26" middleweight tandem .. $99.95
See the full 1963 Schwinn catalog.
1964
Double strength construction.
"Bicycle Built For Two"
Heavy duty equipment. Hand brake in front. Coaster brake in rear. Heavy duty Schwinn tubular rims, 26" x 1 3/4" tires. Colors: Flamboyant Red, Radiant Blue or White.
- T10 - 26" ....... $101.50
T-10 "Bicycle built for two"
Economy priced tandem.
Schwinn quality features.
- Fenders - Chrome plated... with thicker, more lustrous, longer lasting chrome finish.
- Hub - Heavy duty front hub... one piece construction, heavy duty axle, handles heavy loads with ease.
- Rims - Schwinn tubular... double thickness, sturdy, shock absorbent and wear resistant.
- Tires - 26" x 1 3/4"... nylon, tough, resilient, wear resisting.
- Chain idler - Adjustable... heavy duty, keeps tension on chain for smoother opertaion.
- Brakes - Coaster and front caliper, added stopping power.
- Spokes - 105 gauge... heavy duty, stronger to handle extra weight.
See the full 1964 Schwinn catalog.
1969
The most luxurious bicycle-built for-two ever to skin down the highway- the Paramount Tandem.
New for 1969 Schwinn Paramount Tandems
Doubly easy to ride. Chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork-light weight, but strong-aluminum wheels, 27" x 1 1/4" road racing tires, drop style handlebars, 10-speed derailleur, front and rear caliper brakes, alloy crank set and other fine sports equipment unmatched in quality Available in all Schwinn colors.
- T19 Paramount Tandem Men's front Ladies rear frame.................$397.00
- T22 Paramount Tandem Double Men's style frame.................$397.00
See the full 1969 Schwinn catalog.
1970
The Finest bicycle of its type ever produced! A magnificient machine for the luxury minded adult rider who appreciates the very best.
Lightweight- chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork. Strong-aluminum alloy rims, 27" x 1 3/4" road racing tires.
Drop style handlebars, w0-speed derailleur gears, front and rear caliper brakes, alloy crank set, and carefully chosen fine
sports equipment. Available in all Schwinn colors, except chrome.
Write for full information and specification sheet.
- T22-9 Paramount Tandem Double Men's style frame.............................$445.00
- T19-9 Paramount Tandem Men's front, step- Through rear frame................$445.00
See the full 1970 Schwinn catalog.
1971
Superb Craftmanship in the Finest Bicycle Built-For-Two
The Finest bicycle of its type ever produced! A magnificient machine for the luxury minded adult riders who appreciates the very best. Lightweight- chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork.
Strong-aluminum alloy rims, 27" x 1 3/4" road racing tires. Drop style handlebars, 10-speed derailleur gears, front and rear caliper brakes, alloy crank set, and carefully
chosen fine sports equipment. Available in all Schwinn colors, except chrome.
Write for full information and specification.
- T22-9 Paramount Tandem Double Men's style frame....$475.00
- T19-9 Paramount Tandem Men's front, step- Through rear frame....$475.00
See the full 1971 Schwinn catalog.
1972
Schwinn Tandems - Bicycle Built For Two
If you appreciate the hand-craftsmanship that goes into a fine watch you'll appreciate the quality you can see as well as feel in the Schwinn Paramount Tandem. A magnificent machine for the luxury minded mature riders who demand the very best. Lightweight chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork.
Aluminum allow rims, 27" x 1 1/4" road racing tires. Drop style front handlebars, 10-speed derailleur gears, front and rear center pull brakes, alloy crank sets, and carefully chosen
sports equipment.
Available in all Schwinn colors except chrome. Write direct to the factory for full information and specifications.
- T22 Paramount Tandem Double Men's style frame .... $475.00
- T19 Paramount Tandem Men's Front, Step-Through rear frame ....$475.00
See the full 1972 Schwinn catalog.
1973
If you appreciated the hand-craftsmanship that goes into a fine watch you'll appreciate the quality you can see as well as feel in the Schwinn Paramount Tandem.
A magnificent machine for the rider who demands the very best. Lightweight chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork.
Aluminum alloy rims, 27" x 1 1/4" H.P Le Tour tires. Drop style front handlebars, 10-speed derailleur gears, front and rear cantilever brakes, alloy crank sets, and carefully chosen component equipment.
Available in all Schwinn colors, except Silver Mist. Write to the Schwinn factory for full information and specifications, 1856 N. Kostner Ave., Chicago, Ill. 60639, c/o Consumer Relations. Wt. 43-44 lbs. range in standard frame sizes.
- T19-9 Paramount Tandem with Men's front, step- Through rear frame................$575.00
- T22-9 Paramount Tandem with Double Men's style frame.............................$575.00
See the full 1973 Schwinn catalog.
1974
Schwinn precision in a handcrafted bicycle, you'll appreciate the quality ou can see and experience in th Schwinn Paramount Tandem.
Lightweight chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame and front fork. Aluminum alloy rims, 27" x 1 1/4" H.P Le Tour tires. Drop style front handlebars, 10-speed Schwinn. Approved Le Tour derailleur gears, front and rear cantilever brakes, alloy crank sets, and carefully chosen component equipment.
Available in all Schwinn colors, except Silver Mist. Write to the Schwinn factory for full information and specifications, Wt. 43-44 lbs. range in standard frame sizes.
- T19-9 Paramount Tandem with Men's front, step- Through rear frame...............
- T22-9 Paramount Tandem with Double Men's style frame............................
See the full 1974 Schwinn catalog.
1975
The hand-crafted ten-speed Schwinn Paramount is the touring model built just for terms who demand the highest performance in a touring tandem bicycle.
Available in a variety of custom built and standard front and rear frame combinations. Hand brazed frame features racing style short coupled high performance design, completely hand assembled. For more information see your Schwinn Dealer, or write to: Consumer Relations Department, Schwinn Bicycle Company, 1856 North Kostner Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639.
- Paramount Tandem- Men's Double frame Model T-22
Specification
Frame: Lightweight chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame- double men's style. Brazed construction.
Frame Finish: All current Schwinn colors (except Chrome) and including black, white, and silver mist.
Wheels: Campagnolo large flange hubs. Aluminum alloy rims.
Tires: 27" x 1 1/4" High pressure Le Tour gumwall.
Handlebar and Stem: Aluminum alloy Randonneur front and All-Rounder rear.
Crank Set: 32-tooth front; 32, 36, 52 tooth rear.
Pedals: Campagnolo Nuovo trip.
Derailleurs and Gears: Campagnolo "record" front, Schwinn-Approved LeTour GT-300 rear, gold color cog- 14-16-19-25-31.
Brakes: Mafac Cyclomoteur front and rear cantilever.
Saddle: Unica with Campagnolo seat post.
Weight: 43-44 lbs.
Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
Schwinn Step-Through Paramount Tandem
A completey hand crafted ten-speed tandem featuring new short coupled rear frame design. For couples who insist on only the highest performance touring tandem.
The completely hand brazed frame is meticulously hand assembled. Available in custom built and standard
front and rear frame combinations, and equipped with only the finest components from throughout the world.
For more information see your Schwinn Dealer, or write to: Consumer Relations Department, Schwinn Bicycle Company, 1856 North
kostner Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639.
- Paramount Tandem- Step through frame Model T19
Specification
Frame: Lightweight chrome molybdenum alloy steel frame- double men's front step-through rear. Brazed hand construction.
Frame Finish: All current Schwinn colors (except Chrome) and including black, white, and silver mist.
Wheels: Campagnolo large flange hubs. Aluminum alloy rims.
Tires: 27" x 1 1/4" High pressure Le Tour gumwall.
Handlebar and Stem: Aluminum alloy Randonneur front and All-Rounder rear.
Crank Set: 32-tooth front; 32, 36, 52 tooth rear.
Pedals: Campagnolo Nuovo tipo.
Derailleurs and Gears: Campagnolo "record" front, Schwinn-Approved LeTour GT-300 rear, gold color cog- 14-16-19-25-31.
Brakes: Mafac Cyclomoteur cantilever front Weinmann center pull alloy rear.
Saddle: Unica with Campagnolo seat post.
Weight: 43-44 lbs.
Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
See the full 1975 Schwinn catalog.
1976
The hand-crafted ten-speed Schwinn Paramount is the touring model built for teams who demand the highest performance in a touring tandem bicycle.
10-Speeds!
Available in a variety of custom built and standard front and rear frame combinations. Hand brazed
frame features racing style short coupled high performance design, completely hand assembled. For more information see your
Schwinn Dealer, or write to: Consumer Relations Department, Schwinn Bicycle Company, 1856 North Kostner Avenue, Chicago,
Illinois 60639.
- Paramount Tandem- Men's Double frame Model T-22-9
- Paramount Tandem- Step-through frame Model T-19-9
See the full 1976 Schwinn catalog.
1977
Schwinn Paramount Tandem
- Paramount Tandem- Step-trough frame 22" front and 19" rear; 24" front 22" rear Model T-29-9....$$997.00
Specification
Frame: Lightweight chrome molybdenum "internally lugged" frame- double men's style or rear step-through style. Hand built
hand brazed construction. Short coupled rear seat mast in 22" and 24" rear frame sizes.
Frame Finish: All current Schwinn colors (except Chrome).
Wheels: Campagnolo large flange quick release hubs. Aluminum alloy rims.
Tires: 27" x 1 1/4" High pressure Schwinn Le Tour.
Handlebar and Stem: Aluminum alloy Randonneur front and All-Rounder rear, Cinelli stem, front.
CrankSet: Campagnolo triple plateau "Record" sprocket, 36-46-54. Cross-over drive.
Pedals: Campagnolo "Nuovo trip."
Derailleurs and Gears: Campagnolo "record" front (Short coupled frame uses Huret "Success") GT-300 rear, gold color
cog- 14-16-19-25-31.
Brakes: Mafac Cyclomoteur front and rear cantilever. On T29; Weinmann Vanquer rear and Mafac front.
Saddle: Unica Nitor with Campagnolo seat post. Brooks saddle optional.
Weight: Approximately 43 lbs.
Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
Schwinn Lightweight Paramount Tandem
15-Speeds!
The new hand-crafted fifteen-speed Super-Lite Schwinn Paramount with crossover drive is the model built for teams who can critically
judge the ultimate performance in a touring tandem bicycle.
Available in a variety of custom built and standard front and rear frame combinations. Hand brazed frame features racing style short coupled high performance design, completely hand crafted. For more detailed information see your Schwinn Dealer, or write to:
Consumer Relations Department, Schwinn Bicycle Company, 1856 North Kostner Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639.
- Paramount Tandem- Men's Double frame 22" front and rear; 24" front and rear Model T-32-9........$$997.00
See the full 1977 Schwinn catalog.
1978
A true lightweight tandem.
15-gear combination.
Hand crafted workmanship.
Choice of 2 frame styles.
- Model T32-9 ......$1,195.00
(22" front and rear; 24" front and rear.)
- Model T29-9 (rear mixie)......$1,195.00
(22" front and rear; 24" front and rear.)
All current colors, except chrome.
Specifications
Frame: Hand built, hand brazed lightweight chrome-moly internally lugged alloy tubing. Curved rear seatmast on 22" and 24" rear
for improved rider reach.
Wheels: Aluminum alloy rims with Campagnolo large flange quick release hubs and 092, 080 butted spokes 27" x 1 1/4" HP Schinn
LeTour tires.
Handlebar: Aluminum alloy Cinelli front and All-Rounder rear.
Stem: Cinelli front; Schwinn handlebar bracket rear.
Crankset: Campagnolo Record. 170mm crankarms.
Derailleur: Campagnolo Record front. (Curved seatmast models use Success front.) Huret Dou-Par rear.
Gears: 36-46-54 front; 14-16-19-25-31 freewheel.
BrakesL Mafac Cyclomoteur front; cantilever rear. (T29 model uses Weinmann Vanqueur rear.)
Pedals: Campagnolo Superlegerri.
Saddle: Cinelli Unica-Nitor. Brooks optional. Campagnolo seatpost.
Weight: Approximately 43 lbs.
Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
See the full 1978 Schwinn catalog.
1979
Few thrills in cycling can catch sharing the double fun of tandem riding on really good high-performance bikes like these 15-speed, 43-pound Paramount X-tra Lite Tandems.
- T29-9 Men's and Ladies' 15-speed
- T32-9 Double men's 15-speed
Schwinn Step-through Paramount Tandem
Ladies' mixtie "step-through" frame
Colors: Black Sable, Frosty Blue, White, Strawberry Red, and Silver Mist.
Hand brazed of 4130 chrome-moly steel tubing for lightness of weight, these frames have internal lugs for extra strength. Model T29 has a men's front and a ladies' mixtie "step-through" rear frame. T32 has a double men's frame.
See specifications on pages 12 and 13.
- Assembled and fitted, ready to ride....$1,395.00
See the full 1979 Schwinn catalog.
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