1990, Schwinn Paramount

The Schwinn Paramount was created by the Paramount Design Group (PDG) in Waterford, WI with a goal to make an elite level road bike that would represent the strength of American bike building and compete on the global stage.  For decades the Paramount was the bike every American racer aspired to own.

This Paramount is very unique for its color and the fact that it's a full Dura-Ace bike.  It rides and shifts great and can be used as a daily commuter or a display piece.  The bike looks amazing from 4 feet, but up close there are some scuffs from frequent use.  

None of these photos where doctored in any way, and we have plenty more if you want to see something specific.        

WHAT IS ORIGINAL:

1. Paint
2. Dura-Ace Hubs (fr / rr)
3. Dura-Ace Shifters (downtube)
4. Dura-Ace Brake Calipers
5. Dura-Ace Brake Levers
6. Dura-Ace Derailleur's (front / rear)
7. Dura-Ace Seat Post (very rare)
8. Dura-Ace Headset (very rare)

WHAT MAY NOT BE ORIGINAL:

1. WHEELS
2. STEM
3. BARS
4. TURBO SADDLE

Photos by Peter Thomsen (http://www.peterthomsen.com/)