1987 Schwinn Traveler Gravel Road Bike 56cm Medium Shimano Lugged Steel Womens
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About this product
This is a vintage 1987 Schwinn Traveler Gravel Road Bike, featuring a medium 56cm lugged steel frame in blue. Designed as a road bike capable of light gravel use, it has 27-inch wheels with clincher tires and drop handlebars. The bike offers a 10-speed (2x5) drivetrain operated by stem shifters and is equipped with center-pull caliper brakes. Weighing 36 lbs, it includes an adjustable seat and kickstand for convenience.
Our take
The 1987 Schwinn Traveler is a charming vintage road bike that offers a nod to a simpler era of cycling. Its medium 56cm lugged steel frame is a classic and should provide a comfortable, compliant ride, though the bike's 36 lb weight is certainly noticeable. The 10-speed drivetrain with stem shifters is straightforward and reliable, perfect for casual rides or light touring, but don't expect the crispness of modern indexed shifting. The 27-inch wheels are standard for its time, and the clincher tires are practical. While it's labeled as a "Gravel Road Bike," it's important to remember this is a vintage machine; it's best suited for smoother gravel paths rather than aggressive off-road terrain.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Vintage 1987 lugged steel frame
- Medium 56cm frame size
- 10-speed drivetrain
- Adjustable seat and kickstand
- Lightest full bike at 36 lbs
Cons
- Stem shifters may feel dated
- Center-pull caliper brakes
- No suspension for rougher roads
Specifications
- Handlebar Type Drop Bar
- Wheel Size 27 in
- Number of Gears 2 x 5
- Bike Type Road Bike
- Color Blue
- Tire Type Clincher Tires
Show all 24 specifications
- Material
- Steel
- Item Length
- 40 in
- Number of Speeds
- 10 Speed
- Vintage
- Yes
- Brand
- Schwinn
- Department
- Men
- Model Year
- 1987
- Brake Type
- Caliper - Center Pull
- Item Height
- 36 in
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Traveler
- Shifter Style
- Stem Shifter
- Features
- Adjustable Seat, Kickstand
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Item Width
- 12 in
- Item Weight
- 36 Ib
- Frame Size
- Medium
- Country of Origin
- United States
