It doesn't seem Raleigh gets too much attention as a viable hybrid. The new 2013 Misceos have dumped the suspension fork and upgraded their component group. The Misceo 3.0 is actually a very nice looking and spec'd ride.

https://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/life...misceo-3-0-13/

It sure is. Maybe if it had Trek decals it would get the recognition it deserves

I agree, the Misceo looks like a nice bike. As someone who owns a Raleigh road bike, they get no love in the 41 either, but they are generally well-spec'd at a competitive price point.

It's a beautiful looking bike. In the past two years here in Kyoto, Raleighs have become quite popular amongst Urban riders / Commuters.

I'm really into that flat black look. My favorite LBS doesn't carry Cannondale so I needed to find an alternative to the Bad Boy. I was impressed by the Misceo. The SRAM VIA group looks pretty nice also. I'm starting to see a lot more hybrid/multi-use bikes specing it.

I have sram shifters and rear deraileur and can't fault them in any way. They are so smooth and crisp.

There's a guy on this thread who posted his Misceo 2.0... https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...makeover-plans

Very nice looking Raleigh. Your Bad Boy is Bad *ss though. Thanks for the link.

Thanks. BTW if you are interested, there is a podcast called The Bike Show from Renonance FM in the UK. The past three weeks have been on the history of Raleigh. I highly recommend it.