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In 1910, Emil Wastyn opened a bicycle store in Chicago at a small
location on
Fullerton Ave. The foundation of the store was built on service, integrity,
and tradition.
He prided himself on his craftmanship and commitment to his customer. Did you
know that Emil designed and built the original Paramount bicycle for Schwinn?
Emils' son Oscar Sr. continued the Wastyn tradition, building and
improving the
store's services. The store thrived and was moved to a larger location on
Milwaukee
Ave. , where it remained for over 50 years. Oscar Sr. continued to build the
Paramount bicycle for Schwinn as well as the Wastyn Special Race Bikes for
professional 6-day riders throughout the country. Service, integrity, and
tradition remained an integral part in the everyday operation of the store.
Oscar Jr. and his son Scott, have, in the 4th generation, expanded the
store yet again and returned to their roots ( at a larger location) at 2634
W. Fullerton ave.
Oscar Jr. and Scott deal directly with you, the customer. Service, integrity,
and
tradition remain the cornerstone of Wastyn Cycles. Assembly, repairs and just
about
everything else is done directly for you by Oscar Jr. and Scott. In the year
2000 and
beyond, Oscar Wastyn Cycles continues to be committed to SERVICE, INTEGRITY
and TRADITION.
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** for further information on the Wastyn family and its role in the
history of cycling
see the following 2 books written by Jay Pridmore and Jim Hurd.
Schwinn Bicycles-----The American Bicycle
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