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Old 12-13-09 | 07:55 AM
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I like Raleigh's. The Raliegh will be more comfortable ride than the Breezer. However, Raleigh's have steel rims and little braking power when dry and near none when wet. Also the spokes are steel and as they rust they snap, rendering the bike unreliable. So changing out the rims and spokes is a good idea. Myself, I would keep the 3-speed SA, they are bullet proof, just add a couple of drops of oil now and then. If you add dual caliper brakes, I think you have a superior bike to what you can get new. Still, Raleigh has quirks. The threading of the bottom braket is non standard, the stem is non standard, the handlebar clamp and handle bar is non standard. Still if you find one in good shape and make the changes to rims, spokes and brakes, you have a nice riding bike.
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