rustbelt
04-13-11, 12:08 PM
Does anyone have any experience with these. I have an opportunity to buy a 1974-75ish Raleigh Super Tourer in good condition. No rust. Brooks Saddle in good shape. With a pump.
$100.
Worth it?
$100.
Worth it?
Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - Raleigh Super Tourer
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brian3069
04-13-11, 12:24 PM
That's a steal, GO BUY IT NOW!
rustbelt
04-13-11, 01:24 PM
Thanks. Just sealed the deal. I'll post photos once I pick it up.
ace587
04-13-11, 10:01 PM
def a deal! looking forward to some pics!
rustbelt
04-18-11, 09:53 AM
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Everything is in surprisingly good condition. It needs a good cleaning. The headset sticks a little on sharp turns. The derailleurs need some work and the saddle is a little loose. Other than that, its great.
Here's one more question:
Is is reasonable to use this bike as a sometimes commuter? I have a fixed gear that I normally commute with but there are some days I'd love some gear choices and a more comfortable upright position. Am I crazy to risk beating this up more for a commute?
Everything is in surprisingly good condition. It needs a good cleaning. The headset sticks a little on sharp turns. The derailleurs need some work and the saddle is a little loose. Other than that, its great.
Here's one more question:
Is is reasonable to use this bike as a sometimes commuter? I have a fixed gear that I normally commute with but there are some days I'd love some gear choices and a more comfortable upright position. Am I crazy to risk beating this up more for a commute?
norskagent
04-18-11, 10:36 AM
commute on it. Even though it's in great preserved condition, it's not super rare or valuable, and it wants to be ridden!
bent-not-broken
04-18-11, 11:43 AM
commute on it. Even though it's in great preserved condition, it's not super rare or valuable, and it wants to be ridden!
Ride it!!
Ride it!!
himespau
04-18-11, 11:48 AM
Heck, you could probably get most of the cost back just by selling that beautiful saddle. Overall, looks like you got a great bike.
TugaDude
04-18-11, 02:51 PM
I'm envious! As green as the bike. Seriously, what a nice find. Love her and treat her well.
s34s0ns
04-18-11, 03:00 PM
beautiful
Maxturbo
11-16-11, 04:34 AM
Love the bike. :)
Looks like a 75' or 76' based on that only the 74's had brazed on pump fittings under the top tube and a "mattress" style seat.
You can better date it with the serial number from info found here...
http://www.jaysmarine.com/TH_raleigh_serials.html
Did you remove the fenders or is that the way you got it?
I just picked up a 74' ST myself. :rolleyes:
Looks like a 75' or 76' based on that only the 74's had brazed on pump fittings under the top tube and a "mattress" style seat.
You can better date it with the serial number from info found here...
http://www.jaysmarine.com/TH_raleigh_serials.html
Did you remove the fenders or is that the way you got it?
I just picked up a 74' ST myself. :rolleyes: