Thread: CL bikes for conversion... worth it?
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Old 08-07-07 | 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by kemmer
What makes you think it's a touring frame? I admit I can't really tell by looking at a bike unless it has cantilever brakes. (even then, if it's newer it could be a CX bike)
Well, maybe I would be better to say "more touring-like geometry" mostly going by the length of the chainstays. Bikes geared toward touring usually have a longer wheelbase for pannier clearance and plusher ride. It just looks like it has a lot of room in the rear triangle... That's all. Edit: Found this in the '85 Raleigh Catalog on Sheldon's site: http://retroraleighs.com/catalogs/1985/pages/2.html

Lower right hand corner

Mark
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