Did You Own One of These Banana Bikes?
This photo and announcement recently crossed my desk and I had to share with you! Schwinn recently released 500 of the iconic Lemon Peeler, part of the Sting-Ray family of bicycles. It’s one of the most popular and beloved bike designs for generations of Schwinn fans!
I remember having one of these in my “early years.” Do you?
Thinking back, this may have been the most comfortable bike I ever rode. (You’re probably laughing right now thinking, what is she talking about? She rides all the time! That may be true, but have you ever seen the little seat I have on my tri bike????)
If you did not know, the Schwinn Sting-Ray rose to popularity in the 1960s, and became synonymous with the brand and childhood. The Lemon Peeler was the bright yellow favorite among kids. The new Lemon Peeler looks just like it’s 1960s cousin – equipped with a banana seat, fenders, and a coaster brake.
The limited edition Lemon Peeler will feature a spring suspension fork, a Schwinn 16-inch front wheel and a 20-inch Sting-Ray Slik rear tire just like its original counterpart. Additionally, the bike is equipped with a striped banana seat, fenders and a coaster brake.
Each bike will come with a numbered certificate, and once they are gone, they are gone. The bikes will be available at amazon.com for a limited time for $349.99.
Cool stuff huh? If I had a young child, I would definitely buy one of these babies and think back to the “simple days”…
