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A mate at work who knows i'm into cycling offered me his steed. Turns out it's a mid- 80's Raleigh 'Classic' like a Royal. 531c Tubeset, Weinmann centre pulls, Brookes saddle, downtube shifters. Like a time machine! Super condition, just needs a little light fettling. Came with front and rear blackburn racks and a set of full length mudguards. Not quite sure what i'll do with it, probably run it around as is for a while, see how I like it, theres always room for an N+1!


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 1:28 pm
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Not quite sure what i'll do with it...
Well you could start with taking a picture so we can all share. Thanks.


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 1:43 pm
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Posted : 08/05/2015 1:49 pm
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Nothing a new frame, wheels & components wouldn't sort out there

😉


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 2:23 pm
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Do you work in Lilliput and is your mate Gulliver?! 🙂


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 2:23 pm
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Guessing you and your mate are both quite tall?
Nice though.


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 2:24 pm
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Guessing you and your mate are both quite tall?

Yes, am 6'3". Super comfy but makes me wonder if my other bikes are anywhere near big enough.
Nothing a new frame, wheels & components wouldn't sort out there

Was really after something more modern like an Allez but as it turns out this is pretty contemporary with my last road bike. Gives me a bit of time to start saving those pennies


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 2:36 pm
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Ideal for L'eroica that is, looks sweet.


 
Posted : 08/05/2015 4:08 pm

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