I just picked up a Raleigh!
Late 80's, $20.00 in a yard sale, immaculate paint. Freewheel is a bit stiff from years of storage is the only thing wrong with it! A little TLC at the LBS and I'll have it Thursday and riding it! By the way, can anyone tell me anything about it? It's unfortunately a Taiwanese Raleigh. Schimano Group, friction shifters on the stem, 531 alloy frame, lugged construction. It's a sweet bike and near as I could tell, will ride sweetly! Raleigh USA is the listed manufacturer. Diacompe Brakes, looks like Weinmann rims and Schimano hubs. I'll post a pic when I get it home Thursday!
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