Raleigh bikes - classic ones I mean!!!?

Question

I have this idea in mind of a shiny red raleigh bike with a basket on the front...I know it sounds a bit twee, but I would love one!!Is there any shop that specialises in the old fashioned raleigh bikes??? I know there's ebay - but I don't know if I can trust it??!

Answer 1

Where do you live? In Gloucestershire I know a guy who renovates old bikes and indeed my Raleigh went through his shed with a respray on the way. eBay is also good for finding vintage bikes like the Raleigh Caprice 3 speeder which would suit you. You'd need to strip it down and get it powder coated because most paint jobs will be shabby after this length of time. Just find somebody near you so you can go and check the bike before you buy.

Or get a new one!

http://www.nationalcycles.co.uk/raleigh-...

Or even better get a truly classic looking Pashley but they only come in traditional black (or burgundy if you are lucky)

http://www.discountcyclesdirect.co.uk/pr...

Answer 2

Have a look at their "Town & Comfort" range  here

http://www.raleigh.co.uk/b_range.aspx?ra...

There are some great classic designs towards the bottom of the page and there's a dealer locator so you can find a local shop

Hope this helps

Leigh