Mead Ranger #11-32-11
 
1928;
Acquired at the Sotheby's Motorcycles & Bicycles Auction,
Chicago, IL; September 13, 1999.
 

   


Made in "Chicago, U.S.A." by the Mead Cycle Co...
A "Ranger".
The "32" was clearly stamped separately from the pair of "11"s.
Although it's in decent shape, this bike is basically "art" for me.
It hangs in front of a very cool banner from the first MTB Worlds.
Found some great hardware to hang it with: Arakawa (www.arakawagrip.com).
These Japanese-made fittings come in all shapes/sizes/designs.
I used 1/16" cable and covered it with aquarium tubing where it contacts frame.
I love the wood rims.
Nice, big, 1-inch style chain and chainring.
Hubs are a little rough but still work OK.
A "New Departure" coaster brake.
And finally a cool little tool compartment inside the "tank".