Fleetwing

Fleetwing may refer to two American bicycle companies.

For the British biplane, see Fairey Fleetwing. For the American aircraft manufacturer, see Fleetwings.

19th Century company

The original Fleetwing Bicycle company was based in Buffalo, New York c. 1890-1930.

20th Century company

Another Fleetwing bicycle company emerged in Boston c. 1978, reportedly a house brand of the Jordan Marsh department stores. Several of these Fleetwing frames are made from Chromoly Steel. One of the 1977/1978 models included the "Monterey", a three speed cruiser.

References

Brown, Sheldon. "Servicing English Three Speeds", www.sheldonbrown.com