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Old 08-30-07 | 06:57 PM
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acorn_user
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Bikes: Dawes Kalahari, Puch Prima Super Sport, Graham Weigh 853

If you are looking for a touring bike, the ultimate touring steel is 531st (st stands for super touring). The steel is a bit thicker than normal 531 and 531c. You then build up a fairly stiff frame, so that it doesn't wobble like a noodle when you load it up with camping gear. Most British touring bikes are built with 631 or 725 these days. They seem to be the best replacements for 531st.

I have attached a Reynolds transfer sheet from the mid-90's or so. It even includes exotics like 708, which was (I think) Raleigh specific. Enjoy!
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