the first bicycle to bear the name ‘Chopper’." This street-design was picked up by Al Fritz, concept designer for Schwinn, the Raleigh of the USA. He created the Stingray, released in June 1963. Five ...

the first bicycle to bear the name ‘Chopper’." This street-design was picked up by Al Fritz, concept designer for Schwinn, the Raleigh of the USA. He created the Stingray, released in June 1963.

Schwinn is hot again. Just ask 11-year-old Frankie Pellegrini, who paid almost $400 for his chopper Ray. "Everyone says, 'Whoa look at that kid! Look at that bike, it's so awesome!” he said.