| I just bought a Hercules with a 3 speed freewheel/fixed gear flip/flop rear wheel. The previous owner said it is probably from the 30's. It certainly looks it. The serial number located on the LR dropout, is 3722 preceded by the letters SG. The prefix does not look to be associated with the S/N but I may be wrong. The frame size is 21 inches measured at the seat tube. Wheels are 26 x 1 1/4 and made by Dunlop. Large wing nuts secure the axles. The seat is also made by Dunlop and resembles a Brookes seat except that it is made of rubber. The derailier slides in and out. The chain take up is uses a long spring similar to a screen door spring. The brakes are side pull calipers. I know nothing about Hercules bikes and would like to hear from anyone with information on this make and any sources of information. |
| I just found a boys 26" "Fleet Wing." It has original headbadge, rear fender badge, front chainring reading "phillips" (actually cut out of the metal), 3 spd internal hub, generator w/ light AND original frame pump attached. This is simply a beautiful bike. Does anyone know anything about these? I may be looking to sell it, but need some info. first. Thanks a million. |
| Thought I'd post this new as it's been a while. Just wanted to say thanks to Sheldon Brown for the info/ suggestion. I've visited the rec. sites and think they will help. Also, being new to the internet, though I'd heard of it, I just recently visited your web pages and many links. An impressive and invaluable resource, appreciate the clear, simple layout, I will revisit many times. Thank you. |
| I just finished posting a lot of English bike parts on ebay. Stuff like Raleigh, BSA, Hercules etc. You can see it all if you go to ebay and click on their search button. Next to into the search by bidder section and key in my ebay name which is the same as my email Wheelman@nac.net Once there you can see the descriptions of everything I have up now and more to come this week. You will also be able to see the photos of each of my items by clicking on the item number. Good luck. |
| Yesterday I put the DL-1 through its paces on the snow-covered ( about 4-5") bike path. It was great fun -- fishtailing, crunching over the snow, slipping and sliding. I'd say it performed pretty well, though I'm not about to dub the DL-1 as the ultimate snow or off-road bike. But where were the mountain bikes? No where to be seen (and no tracks in the snow from any either). No, I was the lone cyclist, ringing my two-tone as I passed surprised skiers and runners. But my friends, those old stirrup brakes were gone gone gone once the rims were icy. A drum brake would be good for this, I think. Anyone else out there trudging around in the snow on your roadster? |
| I'm restoring a Raleigh delivery bike for a friend of mine who has been using my late 30's Raleigh D/B as window dressing in his book store for a couple of years now. I bought this one from a fellow in PA who didn't know its origin. The paint is its original red and it has round, American-style mud guards which appear to be original . I'd never seen a red Raleigh D/B before but i see from an earlier posting here that the postal D/B's in Britan are/were red. The mud guards are still a bit of a mystery though. The Canadians have produced many bikes that seem to be a mix of yank & limey parts so i'm inclined to think this one of those crossbred Canadians or perhaps it came to the US where i understand at one point the duty on imported bikes was linked to weight. If the fenders were added after arrival the duty would be lower. I'm just guessing of course. At some time the rear hub was replaced by a single speed Perry coaster & all the rod brake bits have been stripped away. I think i've enough parts to restore the braking system except for the 20" Westwood. My friend wants the bike done in an Dark emerald with red and gold pinstriping which would of course be ideal for his Irish flavored book shop(Bloomsday Books). I'm thinking that the bright work might look particularly good in nickel instead of it's original chrome.....there are some areas where i'd rather not be an absolute purist. |
| I took apart a rear deraileur cluster and took a 24 tooth chain ring and ground off some of the flats so that it will fit onto a Sturmey-Archer hub driver. It fit and I used the dustcap, 2 spacer rings,and I was able to get it in the tail end of the enclosed chaincase and I have all the end pieces, slides, and everything on with it running beautifully! There is space! I can use a large rear cog inside the enclosed oilbath type chaincase! I may even be able to put on a 26 tooth cog. I had to move the case foreward and then back but it fit. And here all this time I was upset that I could only find 22 tooth cogs to be the largest. |
| I have taken apart a old 26 inch Raleigh wheel to re-use the stainless steel spokes in another rim. These are Raleigh's own spokes in stainless steel. The spokes have R's stamped on them! I cannot find nipples that fit now. and I threw the crummy old ones away (like a twit) The spokes gleam like new after cleaning and I do not know where to get replacement spoke nipples that fit. I want to re- use these spokes not retire them to shelf pieces. What was Raleigh's spoke threading? I have learned that there are diffrent threads even in spokes! I have Radelli spokes that are French, (I think) and they are beautifully finished but still useless to me. |
| I bought an old Howell from some English friends and need to replace the pedals but can't find any. If anyone has any info please email. Also I am wondering if anyone could help determine what year my bike was made. |
| The Movie " Angela's Ashes" is set in 1930's Ireland and there are a lot of Raleigh type roadster bikes in it. One character works for the Post office and uses a bike. |
| Howdy, I live on a farm in Illinois and I've been collecting old bikes for years. Now my barn is full of them and I've got to sell some. Please let me know if you are interesed. Thank You, Chris |
| Have aquired a bike called Ideaal made in Holland. It has British cable operated drum brakes front and rear and German steel rims. Three speed hub type shift with small pulley under seat to guide shift cable along top frame bar and down to rear axle. It is equiped with a full chain cover that is vinyl and has a spring type zipper and snaps to hold it tightly on. Generator on front wheel for front and rear lighting. An interesting hand cuff like bike lock attached to rear wheel that is a curved spring loaded metal rod that extends thru wheel and is key locked into place. Turn key to unlock, rod jumps out and you are on your way. The last item I have not seen before is a small type tire valve stem that allows only the built in tire pump to attach to. I have no way to check tire pressure the way it is. It is all original green paint is dull but all there. Chrome is nice. What is this bike? When where they made? It attracts attention where ever I take it. This is my first visit to this web site and it is very interesting. Thanks in advance for any info on this bike. Ray Van Horn P.S I know where there is a BSA womans bicycle equipped similar to this one. Are they common? |
| Hi, I have a dynohub GH6 generator unit on my Raleigh which is missing the headlight and tail light , but these seem to be impossible to locate at a reasonable price. Where might I find a headlamp and tail lamp? |
| A small sample of the Raleigh exploded diagrams are up on this site at last. The rest of them will be likely up when Menotomy gets a new scanner. Now we can see the bike. |
| I am looking for old racing bikes with old 2 and 3 speed derrailuer setups. Will even look at above 3 speed but must be unusual. Condition not important if I like the bike. E-mail me with what you have. I have many bikes and parts for trade or will buy outright |
| I must share the pleasure I've just had in seeking out correct new tyres, tubes, rims and spokes for my 1937 DL-1 (type) Raleigh. Everything is correct 28" by 1 1/2", and I had locate three different sources to get everything. The beautiful chrome Westwood rims are made in Holland and drilled 32/40 by a specialist company in UK. I sometimes think that the availability of parts in the UK is not too bad, if only you can find them - nothing here like Harris Cyclery to my knowledge, nor anything much like Oldroads English Roadsters. I'd be delighted to be proved wrong. Keep up the good work, I'm off to lace my first wheel. Pete. |
| That's right! I am looking for a dynohub with a non-working armature coil. Why? I would like to expirament with rewinding the armature to put out 12 volts or 6 volts at at least 4 watts. With my rapidly increasing understanding of electro-mechanical andelectronic devices, I think I can do it!! |
| Just as a topic of interest, I have a 26" boys 5 speed bike that was sold under the Coast-to-Coast Hardware name, that is made by Raleigh. It has a shift lever located on the top bar. It is a fun ride. It is the typical Raleigh green with chrome fenders. |
| IT's not mine, but check out 239290118 on eBay. It's a men's DL-1, with rod brakes, complete except for chainguard. Looks like someone put a 26-inch rear wheel on it, too. As of Tuesday morning, the high bid was only $15.50, with no reserve. |
| One subject that comes up with regularity on this eclectic site is 28" tyres. I don’t know a current source for these skins, but, after having bought and sold and rode different brands of DL-1 tyres the following may be of interest, especially if one wishes to make the tyres that one has, last. First, a chronological list of brands I’ve known. I encourage anyone who can add to it. ‘Dunlop Roadster’ from the beginning of time to the mid 70’s, the ‘Raleigh Roadster’ was stock from the late 60’s till the end of production. In the 70’s, ‘Michelin Zig-Zag’ and ‘Semperit’ were common replacements. ‘IRC’, and ‘Kenda’ did the job in the 80’s. ‘Chen-Shen’s’ were showing up by 1990. In 84’ I bought ten tyres for forty bucks that had no name at all and weren’t worth the effort it took to mount. Each brand fit the rim differently and from amongst them, each of us would have our preferences. Except for the former, all were good enough to be worth taking care of and expect a few thousand miles of reliable service from. The point I’d like to stress that was common with all the tyres I’ve experienced is that 50 lbs. proved to be the ideal pressure for a balance of efficiency, longevity and comfort. Not 60 lbs. or 55 lbs. You may feel the bike is slightly faster at higher pressure, but bulges and hernia’s will develop prematurely. The difference that 5 lbs. makes is not a few hundred miles, it’s at least doubling the life of your tyre. The Tourist is very capable of running down green Bianchi’s at 50 lbs. air pressure. It’s your strength that really matters. Remember, the idea is to wear the tread out before the casing fails. It took my DL-1 riding friends and I a few years, many tyres and lots of miles to figure this out. Fifty pounds sounds odd in these modern times with high pressure tyres. For a DL-1 that is amongst other things a ‘time machine’ it makes sense. |
| First of all, hello. This is my first time on the site and most enjoyable it has been! I am not a "collector" though I am a bit of a packrat. I have five different sorts of bicycle and enjoy riding them all. The next one will be an English roadster. However, the reason for my writing concerns my father. Before he and his bride escaped England in 1959 he raced bicycles, both cyclocross and track. Then, in a fit of practicality and in preparation for the serious business of starting a new family and career in the new world, he sold his bike. Recently, he has mused how nice it would be to ride his old bike again, so my brother and I have begun scratching at the surface to find more information. My father's Harrison track bike was bought new in, he thinks, 1956, in, I think, Coventry or very near by, where it was also manufactured (and ridden). We would be very interested in and appreciative of any information leading directly to or towards this bicycle: (in order of significance, in any reasonable, ie; repairable to riding, condition) 1) A Harrison track bike 2) Any Harrison bike (on the street, at the age of 64,though fit, gears and/or brakes might be more practical, though he would never consider adding either to a proper track frame) 3) Any English track (or road racing) bicycle of the late 1950's Thank you for your consideration (and great web page), oh, and I know about e-bay. RSVP or email me, Cheers, Martin |
| Wow its been a while!! Recently, I have had a major problem with my Forever's bottom bracket. The L.H. bearing cup would keep unscrewing despite my many attempts at tightning it and the lock ring securely. After doing this a number of times I saw that the threads in the bottom bracket shell are stripped. Is there anyway of fixing this |
| I am currently looking for a source of apare bulbs for use with dynohubs. My bike has a rear AG dynohub, and I am using a bulb I got from Radio Shack, a 6.3V, 125mA. This is working okay for now, but I wonder if anyone out there has a source for the "correct" bulb (with a miniture screw base). I've found Reflectalite in the UK who state that they have a 6V, 1.2W bulb for use in dynohubs. Anybody else having this problem? (I'm also having trouble with the "standard" 6V, 3W bulbs for tire generator lights!) Thanks in advance. |
| I am looking to see what fits the Raleigh Tourist D.L.1. 28 X 1 1/2 rims. These are the F-10 Westwood pattern rims. So far I have tried the Vittora Montreal 700x 38C 38-622 Wonderful tire,for another rim. This will not fit this rim. Wrong size the Raleigh takes a 38-635 NOT a 38-622. I tried to pry it onto the rim no dice. Also tried the Tioga City Slicker two(Roman Numeral) with the reflective sidewall This also DID NOT FIT. Always bring the rim to the store. I am looking for some make of tire for this bike that goes high, has a better tread pattern , e.t.c. and so far, No Luck! I will keep looking everywhere. If you have a Rod brake Raleigh that needs tires Try Sheldon Brown's site. He sells the current tires that are meant for the bike and they are good tires. He also has a Tire and Rim chart that is invaluable. If any one has found tires that fit Please let me know here. |
| A friend of mine is the owner of an English manufactured 10 speed bicyle badged as a Glider which was purchased in 1985 from Eatons of Canada. The frame is very much like a Raleigh with Sports lugs but the forks have less rake than a Sports fork. Most of the components such as wheels, bars, chainring, and fenders are made of stainless steel. Consequently, in spite of rather indifferent care, the bike has held up very well. My friend, a Dutch Canadian, has ridden the bike thousands of miles and says he will never part with it. Perhaps some of our Canadian friends can furnish more information on this fine Raleigh Variant. |
| The 3rd annual Great British Bicycle Weekend in Philadelphia is scheduled for April 14,15 and 16 this year (2000). I went to this event 2 years ago and it was great. It is organized by Mike at Trophy bikes, and the whole weekend is devoted to the things we like. On friday evening after meeting at the bike shop and gawking at all the great cycles, there is an evening ride through the city and along the river paths. The next day features a historic tour through the city, followed by a pub crawl. On sunday there is a swap meet, followed by another ride. Two years ago we all got on a train to a nearby town then cycled along some nice wooded paths back to town. I remember the swap meet was pretty good also, with one fellow getting a Rudge Club machine, complete with original Brooks swallow saddle. Another fellow had all kinds of SA hub gears and brakes. There was a fellow attending the rides with a 1938 Hercules, and he was the original owner, bought it in England when he was a kid! I'm going to try and make it out there and anybody that likes these old bikes should try and attend. For more information contact Mike at mcget@aol.com |
| Saw a 24 inch Raleigh Sport ten speed at Salvation Army store today, worn out leather seat and Krate type Allvit derailluer, they were having a winter special, two bikes for $10. No money or desire so there it still sits, like the Motobecane I saw at the dump. I guess I need to get a truck and carry a few bucks more often. |
| Pete’s 12/10 reply to Bill referred to the rod brake bike’s still used around universities in Great Britain. Although my last trip to the old country was eight years ago I would like to affirm this fact. I had a delightful stay in York, passing threw Sheffield along the way. What a surprise to be surrounded by my favorite make of bicycle, the Raleigh DL-1 and it’s close cousins. These were older, very experienced examples that must have served many students among their chain of possession. Most of these machines were parked and I had the opportunity of examining many of them closely. None were in what I would call ‘good mechanical condition’ but, were in service and still adorned with such things as rear racks, old ring bells and rear Dyno-Hubs still with head lamps. I inquired about spares at a local Raleigh dealer. The gentleman behind the counter explained that ‘the Scottish police had bought them all to maintain their fleet’. I saw more old rod brakes when passing threw Oxford. At the market, were some great old commercial tricycles and delivery bikes. Some of these bicycles could very well have been in service since WWII. It’s so romantic to think of them still in use, doing service as intended. I hate the idea of someone swooping down and buying them up on speculation. A person here and there getting one to care for doesn’t seem so bad but still accelerates the eventual fact that their original world will one day be no more. I wouldn’t want to end this message on a negative note so I must add how nice it is to see so many others share my enthusiasm for the DL-1. One of mankind’s purest creations. |
| We're breaking out the Vintage Lightweight and English Roadster Discussion Areas. If you are looking for Vintage Lightweight information, please check the Vintage Lightweight Discussion Area. |
| I am looking for a good Raleigh 20 inch Chopper rim or wheel with 5 speed setup. Want 24 spoke version. I have a lot of English stuff for trade or I will buy outright. Please let me know what you have. |
| All of the spare SA Aws I got are 36H. I need a 40H to make my Forever into a 3-speed. I'd like the hub to be complete and in excellent working condition. Will buy or trade. Please email me at velohund@yahoo.com. Thanks! |
| On Friday I commuted 22 miles to and from work on my new DL-1. It was pure pleasure: it rode wonderfully, the newly-built wheels stayed true after being torqued and bumped around a bit, and everything held together. I rode again on Saturday -- about 20 miles. On the way home I stopped at the bike shop where I work. A German customer was there having work done on his mountain bike. He complimented me on the DL-1 and asked questions about it. He said he has a German 3-speed from the '30s, but said his old bike was "not nearly as elegant" as my DL-1. |
| A friend recently told me that they had seen a box-like, rack mounted, pet carrier and wanted to know if I knew of a source for such a thing. I had no idea there were pet carriers but told them I would go to the source for megabytes of bike information-this discussion group. Can anyone help? |
| My name is Ray Dunn, and I own a Raleigh "Record Ace." I believe it is >a 23" frame, it is black, and it is in mint condition. Its serial number is NB8027999. I am the original >owner, and my 10-speed has all its original parts from the factory where it >was produced in England sometime during the 1970's or 80's. The only things >that need replacement are the tires from lack of use, and it needs to be >cleaned. It was used only a few times immediately after its purchase, and >has sat in a garage since that time. I took it by a local bicycle store to >get it appraised by a manager who has been in the business for 20+ years. >When he saw it, he was amazed at the great condition it is in. He said that >a collector would be very interested in acquiring it. > I am not looking to make some huge profit from the sale, only a fair market value for the bike. Please put "Raleigh 'Record Ace'" in the subject line of any e-mail sent expressing an interest. Thanks. > >Sincerely, >Ray Dunn >E-mail address: REDgodowar@aol.com |
| very nuce condition WWII Paratrooper Bicycle. I would like to sell or trade this bike. It runs well and has all origianal Parts on it. It says Paratrooper on the Head badge and a Logo which is not very clear. |
| I've got a very nice pair of Wald saddle baskets that I'd love to mount on my 1957 Raleigh Sport,ladies, 3 speed. While I've got the bottom bracket mounts I lack the fender mount and clamp. Does anyone have one of these or know where one might be obtained. Thanks much |
| I've just finished some long-overdue maintenance on my DL-1, and I have to vent some frustration about the general design of the bike. It made me appreciate some of the advances we've seen in bicycle technology. Before I started the job, I was convinced that my rear wheel had a flat spot in it, and totally dissatisfied with braking performance. When I actually removed the rear wheel, I found no flat spot, but a wheel considerably out of true and a film of oil on the rim due to the hub's oil cap having fallen off. I trued the wheel satisfactorily and tightened up a loosey-goosey wheel. Then I went to my junk box where I knew I had several oil caps. I found them, but there were several types, and NONE of them fit the hub. Finally, I whittled down a 1/4" dowel and tapped it into the hub. Replacing the wheel and adjusting the brakes was another adventure: My DL-1 has rear-facing dropouts with locators that fit the end of the dropout to position the wheel. The collection of washers, fender braces, positioning nuts and hub nuts is ridiculous: had I been trying to change tires on the road, it would have been a nightmare. The brake pads have to be removed in order to remove the wheel! I suspect the reason Randy finds so many bent axles on Sturmey-Archer hubs is the huge stack of washers and brace mountings. In order to get rid of the glaze on the brake pads, I used my disk sander, and left the aroma of burning rubber wafting around the house. Readjusting the brakes to align the pads with the hub required use of chanellock pliers to force the brake guide on the chainstay into its proper location: I used to fire bike mechanics I caught using pliers on bikes! Anyway, I got the damned thing back together and rode it around the block, completely forgetting why the bike had irritated me so. Now all I have to dread is the need to clean and repack the headset and bottom bracket. Morgan |
| I was looking at the tires on my Raleigh Sport. They were made in Taiwan and say that they should not be inflated more than 90 p.s.i. What is the proper amount of inflation for them? Should that be somewhat less than 90 p.s.i.? At 90 it gives a pretty hard ride. Thanks in advance. |
| I'm hoping you guys can help me out here. I have some clothespin type chrome things that came from a closed bike shop. There are a couple different sizes and some say Made in England on them. If I had to guess, I'd say that one end clips on the frame tubing, and a tire pump clips in the other side. However, that is just a guess. They are probably a couple inches long, 1/2 or 3/4 wide, and the openings about the size of a nickel. I'd appreciate any help. I'm not losing sleep over this, but would like to know what they are and if they might have any value to someone. |
| After a complete dissassembly and rebuild the old Sports is ready to ride. |
| I remember reading Ozymandians it went like" I AM OZYMANDIANS KING OF KINGS LOOK AT MY WORKS YE MIGHTY AND DESPAIR. I do not despair because these bikes are alive and in production and these sell very well to new customers who cherish them. |
| With apologies to Shelley's Ozymandias, here is an adaptation of his poem to reflect the plight of Raleigh's domestic manufacture: Raleighmandias I met a traveler from Nottingham land Who said: Two vast and bent wheels of steel Stand in the desert....Near them, on the sand, Half sunk, a shattered Sir Walter lies, whose cape, And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command Tell that its sculptor well those passions read which yet survive, forged on these lifeless things, The hand that built them, and the heart that fed. And on the forge these words appear: "My name is Raleighmandias, King of Cycles: Look on my works, ye chaps, and despair!" Nothing beside remains. Round the decay of that colossal factory, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away. |
| does anyone know anybody who works on dl-1 in LA. preferably northeast LA |
| Hey guys, it's that time again, I need to sell my WWII BSA and 1948? Rod model Phillips to buy a cool toy. I'm asking 400 dollars for both. The BSA is amazingly original and has some great goodies on it. yes, I know they may be worth more, but I can't have any more allowance. Wife says so. forever for 100 bucks if any interest there. So if any of you are interested, my email is silverspecial@rocketmail.com Sooner the better. thanks guys! Hope to hear from SOMEONE or else it's ebay for me. |
| Used maybe 5 times. Newer model. Pro truing stand. E-mail for picture. $125.00 plus $15.00 for shipping. |
| The only one that ever came to me with Origonal Palmer brand whitewall tires. I will be searching relentlessly now to find someone who makes whitewall tires in this size today. |
| I felt a rush of pride when the guys at the bike shop asked in an admiring tone, "Is that the same bike we saw before?" I have to admit, when I first unpacked this DL-1, I was disappointed. It looked like a rusty, almost hopeless wreck. Now, only a few weeks later, it approaches the beauty of my first DL-1, which is in almost new condition. Lacing two shiny NOS rims (provided by the seller) with Wheelsmith stainless spokes accounts for most of the improvement in appearance. Along with that, I replaced the rusty (and apparently home-welded) cranks with newer ones provided by the seller, removed some rust from the frame and touched it up, cleaned or replaced most of the small parts, and switched the 18t cog for a 22t cog. The result is stunning. More importantly, the bike has the wonderful DL-1 ride, of course. This is now my RIDER DL-1. Please wish me godspeed as I put as many miles on it as I can this year on club rides and with my family. In May I plan to ride it on our local 210 mile two-day Tour of the Scioto Rive Valley. My highest regards to all of you who are out there saving and riding these lovely machines. God save the Queen! |
| Greetings people, In trying to help out a guy down on his luck we bought a PUCH bike from him that is in marginal condition. Is is worth fixing up, I wonder? It looks like a racing bike with very skinny tires (that need replacing, of course). I've tried finding info about PUCH bicycles but it looks like this manufacturer mostly deals in motorized vehicles. Any info anyone can provide would be appreciated. |
| I recently found a 1980 never-ridden Schwinn Suburban. The reason it has not been ridden is that the right pedal crank arm contacts the chain guard all the way around putting a drag on the pedals. I suspect improper assembly when it was new. The pedal crank assembly is Shimano 52-39. It is also marked "Integer patent pending FF system." My esperience is mostly with vintage coaster brake bikes and I have never worked on a crank assembly like this one. Can anybody tell me how to adjust some clearance between the crank and the chain guard? It does not appear to be bent, so I'm hoping an adjustment will do the trick. Thanks, Howard hmurrill@ix.netcom.com |
| I don’t get near the family computer but about once a week so pardon this late reference to Sheldons Mexican pix of 12/25. On a trip to Mexico six years ago I visited Marida and San Christobel. San Christobal is a beautiful town in the mountains of the Chiapas region now known for having been a stronghold for gorilla resistance by farmers against the Federalales and their land baron associates. Rod Brakers abounded, all single speed except for the rare Shimano 3spd. Bikes were 28" & 26" wheel. Frames were all on the 22" side. Brake linkage is the Phillips style. As these bicycles were in the hills the handle bars were inverted. That is to say that if you could take the left and right side bar out of the goose neck and switch them you would have drop bars, right! Nice for hill climbing eh? The local bike shop offered these machines both single and double top tube for just over $100. US. I can’t remember all the different brand names but a couple of them were old British names, one was Triumph. Sure enough there was a little decal on the seat tube that said "Made under license of Raleigh Industries" Marida is an overnight express bus ride away. A wonderful city known for it’s huge, thriving market place where my sweetheart and I shared a bottle of tequila with a hammock salesmen. He got my hat, but I ended up with his shirt. Anyway, when visiting a large bicycle shop I purchased some items of interest, some pairs of handlebar’s with levers as previously described for about seven buck a pair, a 26" Westwood rim I’d needed for years, some 28" blonde nylon tyres of very good quality and expensive. I love ring bell’s and was pleased to pick up some nice Chinese ones with steel innards for a buck apiece. Marks reply noting the lack of smiles on the bicycle riders there might make sense if one realizes the rider is probably a poor person with many children on their way to work. |
| Has anybody heard of an Amsler bicycle? I believe it was made in Switzerland. It has 28" stainless steel rims and rod brakes. I think it was made in the mid 1930's because it has a Sturmey Archer K hub. Thanks. |
| A friend and I took our favorite ride one day last week and were rewarded with an interesting experience. I was riding my utility Raleigh Sports and my friend was riding brand X. Our ride took us on the perimeter road of Terre Ceia island here on the gulf coast of Florida. Terre Ceia is a lovely, bit of old Florida with old houses and citrus groves interspersed with new elevated modern homes. This day we decided to turn onto a quaint narrow road that bisects the island. There are a few homes and two small churches along the mile long road interspersed with groves and live oaks. Typically the live oaks are festooned with an abundance of Spanish moss. As we approached one home set behind live oaks right at the roadside, I noticed that there was a great deal of moss on the ground under one of the trees. We stopped to rest and I wondered aloud to my friend why there was so much moss on the ground in the absence of a storm. At that a slightly accented feminine voice came down from above saying that it had been thrown down. We looked to see where this ethereal voice had come from and to our surprise saw a young women sitting on a limb above our heads. She then explained that she thought there was too much moss in the tree so had decided to do something about it. After a few minutes of conversation we rode on, I thinking what a strange but enjoyable experience. Now, does anyone know what my allusion to "Green Mansions" refers to and why it was so appropriate for this occasion? If you know the answer please post it so everyone will know. |
| A simple law - "The Axle Is Bent" I can't remember overhauling a used S-A hub that *didn't* have a bent axle. I never learn, though. I only discover it after cleaning and reassembling the hub, and then giving the axle a spin. I was *that close* to installing the FW in my DL-1 on Wednesday. I had taken it down to the bare parts (even removing the suns to clean inside). But did I check the axle while it was out? NOOOOOOO. :-) Just a word of advice (which you didn't ask for and probably don't need anyway :-) check the axle while it is *out* of the hub. |
| I made my last bike ride of the year this evening, with an NOS Brooks tubular rack newly-installed on the DL-1 (thanks for selling it, Paul!) The first items ever carried on the rack were our Y2K fireworks, purchased at a stand in the parking lot of our town's grocery store. A fitting beginning, I think... Happy New Year to one and all, and may it be a good one! |
| It's not mine, but check out Ebay 227941729 to see a nice, clean old Raleigh. Full-cover chaincase, rod brakes, Brooks B-66 ... who could ask for more? |
| I have an enclosed chainguard that has some dents I want to remove. Can some of our dear readers suggest how this is best done? |
| Hello all! On behalf of my father, I am in search of a front wheel combination dynamo/drum-brake hub. He has one now by Fram King, and would like to get his hands on another! Any information is much appreciated! Cheers! PJV |
| Hello Anglophiles, We've just added a new feature to OldRoads.com. Readers can now set up their own vintage bicycle web sites here. You can access this from our home page (oldroads.com). Have a look! -Vin |
| Something funny happened yesterday that reminded me of another funny thing I hope you'll all like: I rode my Forever down to a local store that is run by Indians(from India). The owner/ counter dude was busy inside but had been sweeping the walk way in front of the store. When I left, he had started sweeping again, but as I rode past on my Asian beauty, he stopped and looked like he was stunned or something, and just watched me ride by like he'd seen a ghost or some thing, and just stared as I rode off. It was wierd. He must have wanted a roadster back home as a kid, and never saw a new one? The other funny thing was when one day I was riding to work, again on my Forever, and a Chinese fella' who was catching a bus, saw me and started pointing and exitedly talking in Chinese!! I couldn't understand a word naturally, and I had to get to work and he had to catch his bus so I never did find out what he meant, but I can guess he was happy to see a piece of home here in the States! I have had a lot of people notice the rod brakes on my Raleighs, and Forever. They think they're cool almost to the person! |
| On Christmas eve I puchased a 79 Raliegh Turist. This is probly not a big deal for bike collectors but I'm not a collector. This bike is important to me because it is similar to a sigle speed roadster that my father gave me whene I was a young boy growing up in Portugal. I wish to restore it and would aprciate any advise. Is it possable to re crome the rims and other crome parts that have rusted? Are decals available? Where can I find parts on the web. |
| I recently acquired a dynohub with front and tail light. I've tested the lights and they are working. The front dynohub is fairly grotty. It rotates roughly. How does one go about getting these to work smoothly? 2. Any one else ever put a 3 speed hub with a coaster brake on their DL-1? I think it will be the end of a number of close calls in wet weather. But is there something I'm missing about this? Mele Kalikimaka and Haouli Makahiki Hou! Kimo |
| I ran across a few pix of Mexican roadsters, that I took on my honeymoon in the Yucatan 20 years ago. If you're interested, see: http://members.xoom.com/captbike/yucatan/bike-coba.html Sheldon "Nobody Needs Gears In The Yucatan" Brown |
| Christmas in New Orleans was a pretty, sunny day with the temperature at about 50° F. I rode my Raleigh Sport to a coffee shop which was about a half hour from my home. Alas, it was closed for the holiday, but I did not need the calories anyway. Merry Christmas to all! |
| I am seeking any info on a Phillips womens bike. It has 26 inch wheels, rod brakes, rear brake mounted below frame,oil bath chain guard,appears to be copper plated, with brake rods and cranks brass plated, number on seat post T274111. Thank whomever in advance Glenn |
| I visited a shop today that I frequent when I am in Florida and hanging from the ceiling was an old Hercules x speed. I think it had 2 or 3 cogs at the rear, and a single chainwheel,(its hard to focus with bifocals while looking straight up). It was in fair condition missing only brake pads as far as I could tell. I've seen Hercules mentioned here in the past but know nothing about them and this one is my first sighting. I'd like to know something about these bikes. It looked comparable to a Raleigh and had some distinctive features like the chain wheel script and the big wing nuts on the axles. Can anyone comment on Hercules bikes? |
| I've enjoyed the discusions below about the loyalties of people to particular brands and models of bikes. It goes without saying that "bike preference divesity" is a good thing -- downright PC. But I'd echo the comments of those who prefer the Raleighs as more rideable, especially compared to the 18" frame Schwinn ballooners and middleweights which are, yes, kids' bikes. (The diamond-framed Schwinn "lightweights," like the Racer, are notable exceptions, as they came in more different sizes than the Raleigh Sports and Roadsters). And look at the picture of one of Frank Schwinn's own bikes in the Pridmore and Hurd Schwinn book -- it's a Sturmey-equiped, Schwinn-made Raleigh knockoff. In any event, each has its own charm and history, and although I'm currently focused on the Brit bikes, I'm glad to own and regularly ride examples of each. |
| Those darned cotter pins! Thats all I have to say. |
| It was interesting to read the comments about Schwinn Breeze three speeds and the other comments concerning Raleigh three speeds. I own a Raleigh Sport that I found in a junk pile. It had been there for six months before I took it home. It was in sorry Shape. The seat was missing, the chrome was covered in rust, and the paint had faded to a dull olive drab. The Dunlop tires were completley rotted but the original tubes still held air. A good amout cleaning, polishing, lubricating, and adjusting got it on the road again. This was actually the first bike I tried to restore and repaint. Well, I'll have to repaint it someday now that I know better. But, it still is fun to ride. I ran into about the same situation with a 1954 Schwinn Traveller. I didn't paint this one though. They have their own personalities. They ride differntly and they have characteristics that I both love and hate. I'm not trying to start a controversy about Raleigh vs Schwinn. I like riding both of them and working on them. Having both makes allows me to appreciate the best of both. |
| The latest issue of BikeRod&Kustom is now up at http://bikerodnkustom.homestead.com/ Volume Two, Issue One has everything one would wish to know about Bruce Bursford and his Ultimate Bike. We have lots of kool new bikes in the BR&K Gallery, and all sorts of new articles to do with: The fabulous Pedi-Plane of the '30s, Turnkey unique bikes, Kustom Kulture, and wheels for KustomBikes. We think you'll like it. Jim Wilson The maniac responsible |
| Need Raleigh 36-hole steel front hub for recently acquired DL-1 restoration. velohund@yahoo.com Thanks! |
| Does anyone know how Raleigh applied the fine pinstripes or "lining" (as our british friends say) to the fenders and frames of our favorite bikes? In the british motorcycle industry I have seen pictures of little old ladies sitting on stools at the assembly line applying lining to fuel tanks and rims with the requisite dagger brush. The Raleigh lining seems to flawless to have been applied in this fashion. Maybe a lining tool like a bugler and some sort of template? I have restriped a few fenders with a dagger brush but it is tough to hold a consistant line much narrower than 3/32" or so and some of the Raleigh lines seem to about 1/32" (especially the double variety). Any ideas? |
| I need a 28" 36 hole Westwood rim,in excellent condition. Would buy several. Please Email me, or call 760-599-1015 |
| I am looking for any info and transfers for an Armitage Moth that I am restoring. Thanks in advance. Tony. |
| Christopher Robin has sent us some great diagrams. We'll be scanning and posting them as soon as we can. Thanks Chris! |
| I just delivered my Christmas cards, riding my DL-1 over snow-covered roads to the small village post office 2 1/2 miles from where I live. The snow was packed and the temperature was about 30 degrees (F), so I thought traction might be a problem, especially on the steeply cambered country roads I ride on the way into town. But I needn't have worried; those 28 x 1-1/2 tires bit into the snow and crunched over the ice without a problem. The gentle braking style of the rod-brake Raleigh really comes into its own on slippery surfaces. I know from experience in loose gravel that if I had started to slip, the DL-1, with its long wheelbase, would slide sideways instead of dumping me without warning on the roadway. What a marvelously utilitarian machine. |
| I have a Phillips 3 speed, I believe it to be late 40's. The fenders are missing. It has a 6 volt generator hub. serial # is 61002. Condition is fair. How much is it worth? Thanks in advance. Jon |
| This has been a good week for Raleighs on eBay. Not only is there a clean early 70's DL-1 but there is also what appears to be a pretty rare late 40's or early 50's top of the line "Raleigh Record Ace" with a 4 speed SA hub. This is a very cool machine...check it out! Especially the gorgeous Reynolds 531 lugged handlebar stem! You don't see these bikes too often. My late 40's Raleigh catalog shows one of these machines fitted out for touring with North Road raised handlebars, big seatbag, and Bluemels fenders. Looks like a mild mannered english 3-speed but with a fully butted 531 frame and alloy parts everywhere this would have been a real sleeper. The idea of a 23 lb roadster is sort of attractive! |
| I just like the way the Schwinn Breeze looks. This Discussion Area seems to be into English bikes and DL1's. How do you feel about the Breeze? Would you buy one? How much? I am not selling, but I keep finding them and buying them and they seem to be multiplying too fast! |
| Purchased a 1970's Colnago Super to restore. Could not find serial no. Wander how to accurately date and value. It has Campy NR with pantographed chainring, engraved stem & seat post. Suede unicaniter saddle. TTT stem & Bars. Rear der. is stamped "75". Fork crown has club cast in, was chrome (rusted). Color is deep, bright blue with yellow decals. Bottom bracket shell has club cutout. Can someone help me with references for dating and establishing value? |
| Thanks to Steve I'm in the process of cleaning up a "rider" DL-1 (keeping th almost new one on display in my office). I'm amazed, and pleased, how sometimes what looks like heavy, deep rust turns out to be only surface rust caked with hardened grease and grime. Purists will revolt, but my initial setup is sans mudguards, and it makes the DL-1 look much sleeker, and more like its end-of-the-19th-century relatives. Heck, I may leave them off for awhile. |
| Hi there everybody! Found a weird bike-its called a Jupiter, it's a ladies 3 speed, frame is made from Hexagonal tubing, checkered design all along the sides of the tubing--also on tires. 3 speed hub looks similar to a Shimano but there is no logo.Hooks for pump are in a strange place, one is at rear dropouts, the other is near the seat tube. Has a grip shifter similar to a Sturmey, any information on this bike would be appreciated. eg. who made it, where it's made, how old etc. Thanks a lot. Ernie at bikes on boundary. Keeper of the bones. |
| I use white lithium grease as a general bike part lube. Do you think it's heavy enough for a bottom bracket? When I opened the bracket up, the bearings were originally packed in a thick orangy lube that was almost waxy. Should I find the mystery orange goo or is white lituium ok? |
| I'm looking for some 28" tires that are marked the following - 28 X 1.75 47-622. I noticed some tires size 28 x 1.50 on Sheldon's site, but anything else available out there? Thanks as always!!! |
| I am very saddened to hear that Raleigh is calling it quits after so long. Few companies have contributed so much to society as this Nottingham, England firm has. The Raleigh bicycle is loved the world over as few products are. I am deeply saddened at this loss. However Raleigh's legacy is still alive and kicking even though production has stoped. |
| Stephen's post below mentions that his first good bike was a Carlton Raliegh. My Raleigh Super Course from the 70 has a small decal that says Carlton. What is the Carlton connection? |
| Just for fun, I emailed Pashley of U.K. direct inquiring into a Roadster Classic (20 inch), and here is their reply: "We can supply direct to you and the cost breakdown is as follows: Factory Price £290.00 plus transportation to your home address at £150.00. The additional cost is US Import Duty (direct to US Customs on arrival of the bike in the States) which currently stands at 5.5% of Landed Cost. Payment can be by Visa, MasterCard or Amex credit cards. Please fax number, expiry date & name printed on Card (for security reasons) to +44 1789 414 201. Delivery will not now be until after Christmas, due to existing workload." I'm very sad that genuine Raleighs are no more--my first good bicycle was a Carlton Raleigh, and I still have brand loyalty to a degree--but Pashley's still in business. |
| Here is a quote from today's UK 'Daily Express' which I thought would be of interest: - 'The last British-made Raleigh bicycle rolled off the production line yesterday, ending 109 years of cycling history. The company, once the biggest maker of bikes in the world, was forced to close in the face of cheap imports. the 700-strong workforce at Radford, Nottingham - a 10th of the size it was - will now assemble components made abroad. The manufacturing equipment will be sold today, with potential buyers from around the world expected.' The item then goes on with some background information. No specific mention of Sturmey Archer, Brooks etc. |
| There is a new Irish Pub in town, occupying the same building as a former Irish Pub that had degenerated with video games and a young, uncaring crowd. The owner is from Ireland and brought over craftsman to build the bars, slate fireplaces, and all sorts of Irish stuff hanging all over the place, including two very dusty old Roadsters, one in the window, a three speed, and a single speed in a back room. Didn't have a chance to look at the brands, but they are the real thing, full gearcases, rod brakes, 28" wheels, lots of authentic dust. He said he had his brother round up the stuff in Ireland, and he got 5 bikes, but the place only has room for 2, so the other 3 are in a barn over there. That got me to thinking, and I know there are some British Islanders posting here, what is the status of old bikes in the British Isles? Is it easy to round up old machines for cheap, are there shops that cater to these old machines like Via Bikes in Philly? I'd like to get some feedback on the old bike situation in the British Isles. Perhaps a trip over there would bear fruit. If anybody has discovered any great shops over there I'd like to start a list of names and locations for a future trip. Meanwhile, I'll try and find the names of the dusty old machines in the pub. I talked with the owner today and I'm bringing my African Raleigh Roadster over tomorrow so he can take pictures of it out front for ad copy. Hope to get a pint or two out of that effort! Happy riding. Bill |
| I'm looking for a set of Dave Moulton transfers, can anyone help. Or a n E-mail address or telephone number for him. I've heard he's gone into the Country and Western music business. |
| Hello, I'm looking for a 1986 Woodrup chrome fork. Anyone advise? Thank you SO much. : ) |
| This is something that you never see, something from 1950's England. Something very rare. A few companies made lightweight bicycle sidecars for small children that were alongside the pedal cycle like a motorcycle sidecar.I see these in my old copies of C.T.C.Gazette but never do I see these pop up here or anywhere else. One company that made cool stuff was Watsonian. |
| I am out in the morning scraping ice off my car because I keep bringing home things like this .I trashpicked this HUGE British baby pram and still can't believe someone would pitch this! It is a metal minniature sidecar mounted way up on springs that go to a sprung cradle with white tires and chrome frender over the wheels. It has wide handles and is detachable. Royal blue with metal hubcaps. I am having trouble finding any web sites for it. I saw one awhile ago at an estate sale and they wanted $1500.00 for one so similar to mine but how do I research this? I stood there telling myself that:(1) this would not fit in the Civic,(2)I am going to buy a truck (3)that it was unthinkable that I would not take it home somehow. I left the car nearby and walked it the mile and a half to my garage. |
| I was looking for a frame pump to fit the braze-on pump pegs on my Dutch Roadster. Seems like I remember American Cyclery had some chrome pumps (brand?) listed awhile back on their web site, but I don't see them anymore. Any leads? A nice used vintage one would be nice, but something new is ok, too. Thanks! |
| Hello, I have had an old bike hanging in my house for a long time now that has been a bit of a mystery. It appears to be an old racing bike, but to identify it ,the poor thing doesn't have a headbadge. All the parts are made in England with names such as bayliss and wiley,BSA, and cyclo B'ham. The frame seems to be made in the early 1900's and the joints are crucible brazed, but the parts are probably from the 20's to 1930.It has a really nice set of straight 28" inch wheels. The sad part of this bike is the slightly bent frame on the uppertube and downtube. The old bike needs a total restoration.Would this bike be of intrest to anyone out there. I'm more into the balloon tire era. Thanks for your time.This bike is located in Southwest ,Virginia.Thanks ,Stephen T |
| You'll find it on the home page (oldroads.com) |
| I'm sure many of you have seen the 1962 Raleigh Sports woman's model on Ebay (Item #214221857). It's to die for. However, it has some very unusual (to me) features. Anyone care to comment on them? I'm particularly curious about the full chaincase w/ the open face for the crankset. And what's that gizmo on the seat tube? Man, if I only had a garage to keep it in... |
| Incomplete 20" boy's Raleigh lightweight with decent original red paint and interesting cowboy decals. All I have are the frame with forks, headbadge, chainguard, sprocket, and rear fender. Needs seat, wheels, handlebars and front fender. Undeniably cute coaster-brake rider so your son or grandson can accompany you on your DL-1. $20 plus $15 shipping. |
| I was riding around on my Forever DL-1 clone today when a fellow student from Pakastan stopped me so he could admire my machine. Exept for the dyno a FW, he said it is identical to what he used to ride back home. "You know that you can carry 4-5 full grown people on one of these." he explained I asked how and he told me that he's riden with one on the saddle, one sitting on the top tube, one on the handle bars, and one or two on the rear carrier. Wow! I exclaimed!!! And on a single speed! I don't think it is possible to over estimate what this bike is capable of doing. Everyone should own at least two. One to keep nice and polished up, and one to use to do the dirty work! |
| Clarence-- If you still are interested in the German Brandenburg Roadster, 28-inch with coaster and front rod brake, let's talk. 1-765-429-6247 |
| Hey everyone! I've away from this this site for awhile, but some of the changes a sure neat-o!! I find the new improved picture data base nice and I hope that some of us can contribute some pictures of the off-brand English and French made machines. Especially close-up shots of the decals, if they are intact, because I've noticed that on some brands the decals can be quite exquisite and interesting, just as the chain wheel cut-outs can be varied and unique too!!! |
| A neighbor lady here in the Florida Rv resort we winter in asked me to look at her husbands Schwinn and see if I could fix the front brake. Her husband had tried to fix it but made it worse. All that was wrong was that he had left the large dia. ferrule off of the cable housing at the lever end allowing the housing to move with the cable. An easy fix. Then she told me that she had fallen a couple of years ago and would like to ride but needed a bike with a low stepover height. I informed her that I had two such bikes and would bring one to her house if she wanted to try it out. She agreed and so I took her an old but solid ladies Schwinn with those lovely, low, curved dual down tubes. She was elated but worried about the back pedal brakes,(her term) since she was English and had always ridden bikes with hand brakes. Then she said she had a story to tell me about a Raleigh she had as a school girl in London during WW II. She had ridden her Raleigh to a movie one evening with friends and when she came out discovered her Raleigh was gone. Then she said, "we blamed it on the mean Americans". She said this with a laugh in a spirit of good humor. It seems that the american airmen from a nearby aerodrome had a habit of stealing bikes to ride back to base. They didn't want the bikes, just a ride home. She tried the old Schwinn and found the brake maneagable. Another rider returning to the fold and another old and unwanted bike saved from the junk pile. |
| I demanded to see what was over the shop upstairs. There were a pair of mens Peugot bikes with Mafac Racer brakes(cheaper,common Mafac)alloy rear rack, alloy front rack, whitewall 27 inch wheels, Simplex skewers, lights,Ideale seats (that are gone to heaven) strange bikes!! I never have seen these before and doubt they are really worth picking up and $125.00 for the pair is too high for me.Crazy stuff comes in all the time. |
| Things I like to see on the bike are: Wing nuts on hub axles, Sturmey-Archer alloy shell F.W. or F.M. (four speeds) A.C., A.R.,A.S.C.(fixed) with two piece, break away indicator chains. Swiss Lucifer lights,Any Dritish bicycle bell such as Miller, Raleigh,C.J. Eadie,Brampton, e.t.c. Lights such as Lucas, Sturmey-Archer(early)e.t.c. front pannier racks (alloy ones with lights)rear racks for 28 inch wheel rod brake.such as Brooks, Ashby,Midland and Princip. All Leather rear Pannier Boxes made by Brooks for their Brooks large rear rack in black baked Enamel for 28 inch wheel. Rare alloy skewers for quick release hubs. Large Brooks B-90/3 seats are always good to find.(We are lucky that Brooks still makes these and you can order one from Rivendell! for $90.00 plus shipping!) More cool things are Ideale french leather seats that are no longer made.Tall frame roadster bikes,enclosed chainghuards, decals that are all there is" candy" to me. small bit parts such as shouldered cones for hubs,origonal Raleigh, B.S.A.parts,spindles, bottom bracket cups in N.O.S. shape,Hiddiuium brakes, Sturmey-Archer D.B.U. kits for dynohub light sets that are well preserved are not seen often. Campy parts. 531 frames,weird bend rod brake handlebars. I have catalogs of page after page of cool things that were made in the past. Accesories are the fun part of the chase for me! Although making sure your frame and fork are straight and true is very important. |
| When I see older English bike one of the things I look at after noticing the hubs, frame size, and seat is those little extras you sometimes find. My little collection includes 10 English bikes (and one Schwinn). Not quite Clarence's 150 or so. But on these trusty steads I have found: (2) Saddle bags, (1) pump, (2) lights with tire operated generators, (2) rear wheel wire baskets, (2) spring loaded rear racks, (1) those little cords (straps) around the hubs to keep them clean, (3) speedometers but only 1 works, and (1) bell. I also found a curious little gizmo attached to the spokes of one bike that looks to be a spoke wrench(?) Anybody else care to comment on the "candy" you have found on your bikes? |
| Does anyone have a source for leather handlebar tape? I'd prefer wrap tape to sew-up, black or brown. Please email me with any leads. Thanks |
| Excellent condition. Best English leather, perfect for a Raleigh Sports or similar lightweight bike. They cost about $70 new. E-mail for more information. |
| Due to finding a more desirable bicycle, I have backed out of buying a Raleigh Sport in pretty nice condition. If anyone if interested, it's still for sale, and I can provide you w/ the seller's email address. It's "green w/ its original Brooks leather seat [which needs to be replaced], Sturmey Archer 3 speed, original gray handgrips, model # 2975660, back reflector, little or hardly any rust." $120 w/ shipping extra. This seems like a good deal to me--I'm sure you can find one cheaper, but this appears to be in very good original condition (except for the seat). As an additional comment on value, I paid almost $2000 for my touring bicycle (I bought a frame and a box of parts and built it up), so $100-300 for an old English 3-speed complete and in good condition is not unbearable to me. Think of how much use you can get out of one of these over 20 years, and how much most people throw away on their cars, which are considered well-used after five years (and virtually gone at 100K miles)! Compared to that, bicycles are a GREAT deal, IMHO. |
| I have a Rudge with the serial number "BD 76741" on the bottom bracket. How old is this Rudge? Is there a list I could have that would help me in the future? Thanks! |
| I've got two rod brake roadsters, less wheels, to sell. One is a Raleigh mens 24" frame, no wheels or saddle, hockey stick chainguard, black, 1978 vintage. Missing some fittings for the brakes, normal wear and tear. $40 + shipping. The other is a Brittania ladies, no wheels, broken rear fender, sat outdoors for some time so it is rusty. $15 + shipping. Email me for specifics. Thanks, Jason Cloutier Pawtucket, RI |
| If someone can give an address where I can send out a dynohub to get it remagnetized, I would be grateful. I seperated the magnet by mistake on this. |
| At age 12, I purchased my 1952 Raleigh Sports bicycle direct from England for, as I remember, $75. I used it all through grade, junior and high school; then my Dad would occasionally use it until he passed away in 1994. It is in excellent condition with original Brooks seat (plus a new softer Bell seat). Everything is original on it except tires. The front light and saddle bags, alas, are missing. But the pump still works! Anyone interested in purchasing my Raleigh Sports? |
| I have a 1963 Raleigh Colt and I wondered if anyone might have information about where to find decals. |
| Frequently a person will post a note saying "I have such and such a bike and the seriel number is XXXXX - What year is it?". I am interested in going the other direction. Please email me if you know the vintage (year) and Make and model and Serial number of your bike. I already know of the serial number list for Schwinn, Raleigh, and Columbia but I am interested in seeing if something similar can be construced for lesser known brands. Thanks in advance. |
| In august of 1997 I posted a request for an original manual for my 1948 Raleigh. to my surprise, C. Guthrie responded, and I bought it. I'd like to thank both Calvert, and the many people who contribute to this discussion. I ride this bicycle about 50 miles a week around the streets of Brooklyn. I am also looking for any nameplates (english) that anyone has to sell or swap. thanks..Greg Vigrass |
| Hi there folks: It's me again from the boneyard on Boundary. Have some wierd bikes for you. 1. is a 51 23" rodbrake Raleigh in good running condition, paint only so-so. 2. German made Arabella Ladies 23inch bike, 28x 1.75 wheels. 3 speed Shimano coaster rear hub in excellent condition. 3. Ladies Schwinn 26 x 13/8 wheels, sturmey 3 speed coaster brake hub. Excellent condition. 4. Now here's the real oddball. The bike is chinese made, similar to a folder but does not fold. Single speed-rear drum brake/freewheel. 20 x 1.75 wheels. Like new condition. All the logos are in Chinese. That's it for now folks. |
| I have found two raleigh bikes they are all original and in very good condition.They have brooks leather seats,rearseat pouch,air pump,one is a 3 speed and the other a 5 speed,they are dark green and have all there original stickers,and the original paper work,one has 1969 stamped on the hub.I can e-mail pictures to any one that would like to look at them.I don't know anything about bikes but we call old cars that have made it 30 years in such untouched condition "survivors" any info on these bikes would be helpful and if any one wants to buy them give me a call. Thanks, Mark 912-498-1975 |
| Happy Thanksgiving from a cool and windy Colorado. For years there has been a Monday evening ritual here in Boulder, a 7pm cruiser ride open to anyone with a bike. The rules are no lycra and no racing, and the bulk of the riders use old three speeds or 26" American one speeds. A few people ride their hybrid or mountain bike commuters. One fellow has a really bright lighting system powered by motorcycle batteries. The crowd varies from 2 to 30 people, and it provides a great break from the work week and a chance to meet other bike fans. Some of the riders are world class athletes, others are just tourists and commuters like myself. Some of us Brit bike fans have talked about taking a bike camping trip on our three speeds. We have the big Carradice saddlebags, and would take only what we could put inside or lash on the outside. We're planning on sleeping in fields and moving slow enough to really enjoy ourselves. We've all done the 100+ mile per day loaded touring on 700C bikes, but this would be a change of pace and a chance to simplify things and relive some of the adventures the pioneering cyclists enjoyed (or endured). Have any of you folks done similar trips? My early cycling trips as a boy were all on my Phillips three speed, before "10 Speeds" were really known in the US except by racers and serious types. I loved those bike rides and we went for some long trips, although we didn't carry overnight gear. It seems getting back to the real basics is a real treat in this technologically overdriven world. Has anyone else taken any multiday rambles on their 3 speeds? I'd like to hear about them. And if you get out this way meet us at 7 in front of the Rio Cafe. We can supply a bike. Bill |
| Purchased a Schwinn model Sports Touring bicycle for $20 at a flea market. Want to research it. I know it is early 1970's. Has Nervex alloy (cotterless) cranks, Campag steel rear touring der, alloy rims, Chro Mo frame, Brooks saddle. Looks like a Varsity, but definitely is a significant upgrade with many alloy parts. Saw a photo in a 1973 book (Glenns Bicycle Maintenance Guide) to validate it is all original. Anyone know any web sites? |
| I took a LYNX trail-behind-bike converter in trade for 2 cobbled-together-from-spare-parts 3-speeds at my neighorhood bicycle shop. Since my daughter's 16-inch bike is towed by one of my Raleigh Sports, I hope my question will fit in this catagory. The LYNX is a long square steel bar that links an adult bike with a child's, after removing the front wheel. Has anyone had any experience or problems with the LYNX? I recall Clarence had problems (i.e., horror story) with another trail-a-bike model. CPSC issued a recall on another version (one-wheeled type). The LYNX coupling looks like it should be made of solid stock, so I did wedge cut-to-length bushings into the hollow coupling for more strength. Also, I'd like to get another seat-post mount to attach to another Sports, but so far, web links hit a dead end. A review in Jan/Feb 1998 Bicycling gives a toll free number that must only be good in California (if they are still in business). My daughter does love her "tandem", but if anyone has had any problems, I'd appreciate the info. Hope y'all have a happy turkey day!! |
| Hey- does anyone out there know why my 3 speed hub keeps skipping like it's in "neutral" and 1st. is more like second? I've ajusted and reajusted, adn I just can't figure it out! when it's in 3rd, th ecable is loose 1/2" slack and in 1st, the chain is out all the way to the rod. Do I need a shorte rod/chain? It's a shorter one, but not really short. Any ideas? |
| Yesterday we got in our first Campy Record 10-speed groupo, with carbon-ti rear derailleur, carbon seatpost, ultra high-tech cutting edge, etc. I was impressed on the one hand, and depressed on the other. I can see it being used by the top pro peloton, but that's about it. Things have gone too far for me. I'd never buy this stuff for myself. |
| I have a deal going on a Raleigh "Boy's Sport" which appears to be late 1960s/early 70s. Does anyone know the size and specs for this model? |
| I have aquired a very early model Triumph Tandem from a bicycle shop. The owner never returned to claim it, so after 3+ years I received it. Unfortunately I have no information on the year of the bike or any of the info which would show me what it looked like originally. The old fenders were so badly damaged I had to dispose of them. I'm very interested in finding out about it. I have worked on and observed numerous older English bicycles but this one really stands out. The most interesting bit is the gear mechanism. It is not an internal Sturmey-Archer type, it is some kind of external freewheel type. It has a three star cluster that moves in and out to line up with the chain. There are also two derailleur cogs. The tandem also has front and rear drum brakes. I am sure that some one out there has some information on this great old bicycle -- PLEASE WRITE TO ME!! If you are interested in purchasing this beauty please contact me. Thanks for your help. |
| I just bought a Lotus prestige lightweight and was wondering if anyone knows much about these bikes. It appears to have been built in 1983, has ishiwata magny double butted tubing araya wheels, suntour vx ,and an alero crank. It is dark grey in color and weighs about 23 pounds. I didn't pay much for it and know very little about it. Any help would be appreciated. |
| Has anyone ever bought or ridden one of those Hetchins machines? My friend is visiting the British islands soon and I was wondering if it would be worth it to have her send me one of these things back. I think the site name hase been mentioned here before, but fore those unfamiliar with hetchins, its: www.cyclesdeoro.com/Hetchins_main.htm |
| I have a 1972 Raleigh Ltd.3. It's a great, nimble little bike that has reintroduced me to cycling. Were the Ltd.3's a lower-end version of the Sports? Any info. would be appreciated. |
| I was wondering what it would be like if I modified my son's ketcar (a small wheeled go cart that you peddle) I would put on 28 inch wheels or 26 inch, a motor, weld on stuff. Peddle it or cruse with a motor. I stood and stared at this and got dreaming. It will have to wait, I think I will hold onto this now that it's outgrown. |
| I respectfully disagree with a posting below which complains about questions regarding value. I really don't see many of these questions at this site (I've never asked one). But I'm concerned that the sentiment expressed may be taken as a snub to potential enthusiasts with honest questions (okay, some are just stopping by on the way to Ebay, but who cares?), and we could stand to be more friendly about the subject. Moreover, I think there's enough information out there to give an approximate range of value. Karim Cyclery in Berkeley sells "Raleigh, Hercules, Drake, BSA, Indian, Robin Hood, and Philips" sport bikes for $125-$200. I believe I've seen silimar postings about American Cyclery. On the other end of the spectrum, several of us find these bikes at garage sales regularly for $10-$20. The lesson I draw is that if you're desperate for a bike now, then they're out there for $125-$200. If your desperate to sell, it's gonna be closer to the garage sale price. If it's a DL-1 or other roadster, it appears prices begin at about double that amount. By the way, I'm not in favor of those self-serving price lists that get published in connection with almost every collecting hobby. But at the same time, I don't think we need to be afraid of this subject. |
| Has anyone heard of bike made by ROBIN HOOD SPORTS? My mother still has hers that she and my dad bought in 1954 in Boston. It's in great shape but my dad wants to give it away to charity. Seems a shame for a nice, original bike. |
| I am searching for some help/info. I collect BMX bikes but ran across a road frame. The sales tag says 1974 Raleigh professional, but there are no decals at all. it's chrome with dark green center of rr stays all the way to the front. Campagnolo dropouts, no shifter brazeons, Never built. It has a small dent in the side of the top tube. Is there any way to tell if this really is a 1974 Raleigh professional? I would appreciate any information/help. Thank You |
| I posted a question about "greentyres," and got the information I was looking for: I'd now like to lay a small wager with anyone that greentyres will go away in about a year. Even the company's website admits that the rolling resistance is higher with greentyres, and they're probably comparing against the WORST pneumatics they can find so they'll look better. It amazes me that people keep on trying to market bogus products to meet a need they THINK they perceive--from ultra-wide soft seats, to "automatic" transmissions, to hydraulic brakes. I know I'll draw the wrath of the stingray folks here, but I never saw much sense or utility in them: all they have is a LOOK. Vintage lightweights, on the other hand, embody utility, truth, virtue and the American way! When I become the bicycle Czar, all the promoters and marketers of the phony stuff will be FORCED to use only their own inventions. That'll show 'em. snarrrrrlllll 9) |
| One of my favorite sources for bike goods is Rivendell Bicycle works 1561-B Third avenue Walnut Creek, CA 94596 or on the web www.rivendellbicycles.com They offer Brooks leather seats(perhaps the top dealer in the U.S.)Carradice bags, (awesome bags!) Acme bags, leather saddle pouchs,Nitto racks,bottle cages,handlebars,all sorts of cool stuff. Ask for a catalog and get a new brooks B-90/3 seat for your D.L.1 and a huge Carridice bag like I am. |
| A Dutch Canadian neighbor has a bike labeled; "Halford's". It has all the features of Dutch roadsters but the name is British. Can anyone shed some light on the origin of Halford's bikes? |
| Can anyone give me any information on Condor Bicycles? If possible,a few photo's would be welcome. |
| Most important in terms of: BEAUTY/STYLE INNOVATION PERFORMANCE IMPACT ON SOCIETY PRACTICAL TRANSPORTATION Go back to our home page (oldroads.com) to cast your vote. |
| Anybody out there familiar with a lightweight bike called Carnival? It was made by Westfield. Thanks. |
| I was reading the discussion earlier this month about dating AW hubs. I just got a lightweight bike that has an AW "patent applied for" hub with an "O" near the "AW" marking. I'm glad to hear it may be as old as 1940. This hub has a metal oil fill cap. Another AW hub I have on a Raleigh rod braker, dated 49 12, does not have an oil cap. I have seen similar hubs from around that time which did not have a cap. I believe that was the way they were made (and the oil cap is not missing). I was wondering if any of you folks who have the older "patent applied for" hubs have oil caps on them? |
| Hello,I have found a very unusual bike in a second hand shop here in Prague ,Czech Republic it is a Helyett of unknown age in totally original condition,frame and mudguards are red with white pin stripes so are the wheels the bike has the strangest gear set up Ive ever seen ,there is a jockey pulley mounted on the down tube with the pulley sitting just under the chainwheel,mounted on the right wheel stay is a guide sort of like a front derailluer ,the back wheel has a 3 sprocket cluster ,on the other side of the hub is a single freewheel or fixed gear sprocket ,this bike is fully equipped with lights ,pump, tool bag,bell ,the works.I know that Helyett is French but can anyone out there give me some idea of ,age,brief history of Helyett and what it could be worth ? Perhaos Sheldon can help with this ?Ive ridden bikes since 1970 and this is the strangest one Ive seen in the flesh (or in a book )Thanks. |
| I discovered a picture of myself at 4 years old and Im piloting a red pedal car with this large chrome bell on it's hood. My folks threw it away, and I miss it now after seeing the picture, I want one! there a site on the net for old Big wheels? I have a Marx Moon Buggy with six wheels. I tell you that was fun! Now Ive grown up, into a 6'6 clod of a man and I can't fit in! My son was passed this and he flipped out with joy. I replaced the chains and it is good as new. Live every day like it is your last, you grow up, get too big, get too tired to walk all over the zoo,you forget how to laugh,No one gets any wiser, You just grow tired. |
| My 1939 Humber Cobb Tourist Rod -Brake has a Phillips rear brake that is spring loaded! and it works very well. I love this rear brake set-up! Also the rod brake handlebars came to me with a blue laquer coating on them to protect the chrome plating! and it did the job because these are perfect! Rivendell Bicycle Works offers laquer for bars as well as Carridice bags, BIG BAGS!, Brooks B-90/3 Leather Roadster D.l.1. saddles, (new)and a lot of cool stuff. I will put the E-mail address here! I recommend that everyone get a catalog and join Rivendell! They make great bikes too! Im getting some of those monster Carridice Super C bags!! for one of my bikes. |
| I want to change the rear sprocket on my DL-1 form 18t to 22t. I've read that Shimano cogs will fit an AW with a little modification. The trouble is that these clusters that I've got look like they cannot be disassembled. They are all low end Shimano and appear to be pressed together. Lastly, my DL-1 has no full chaincase. Is the chain a standard type? |
| 1978 Raleigh DL-1, 28-inch wheels, new tires, good paint & decals, three-speed, 22 inch frame, men's. Black with red pinstriping. Original Brooks B-66 seat. Includes extra front 36 hole (Raleigh Westwood) and rear 40 hole (Raleigh Pattern, which will accept rod brakes) NOS rims; virtually new crankset (non-Raleigh); and front 36 hole hub w/ oil port, all in excellent shape. Package deal only; no breakup of parts. I'll let the whole thing go for $219, shipping extra. This is an rare and collectable bicycle. However, after restoring my wife's bicycle, I've realized that I have too many other things to do than to restore yet another bicycle, such as play w/ my baby daughter or catching up on the many chores and other projects stacking up around our little estate in the city. Besides, I have four other bicycles, and I can only ride one at a time. |
| I have about 3 or 4 Raleigh full chain guards in used condition. They are very serviceable and have all the clamps to mount them. The only parts missing is the disc that covers the chainring and the tiny oil cap that goes on the top. These are not clean but they are not rust buckets. They are solid but have been thrown around on a shelf after being taken off a rider. Some exhibit the crank scratch in the form of the arch or semi circle. They include the full chainguard with rear cover and sliding brackets. Also includes all installation hardware. I am asking $25 each plus shipping which will probably be around 6-10 bucks depending where you are from NJ. Contact me if interested. |
| Housepaint? Why that is just, just, plain wrong! Don't get me started on housepaint. |
| I suppose this question is meant for the folks at Menotomy. I have blown- up phantom diagram service sheets of the Raleigh Tourist (D.L.1.),The Raleigh Sports (d.L.22) the classic Record Ace and other Raleigh's.I believe that these should be posted on the Web pages here so we can actually see a picture of the bikes we are all talking about! There are two sheets one with the bike and another with the description of the part.I think it would be a BIG help and an excellent addition to the forum.This way when someone says they need a piece of rod-brake linkage everyone else can see what is being referred to. I can mail these out to whoever needs refrence help. As the pages here are going through improvement I thought about bringing this subject up. Can we use these here? |
| Sell/Trade: I have a few lightweights that I would like to pass along to someone who will appreciate them. I can snailmail pics on request. 1. Hercules (prewar?) has standard chain with ND 2 speed and wooden block pedals. Chainring says HERCULES, Housepainted, ridable, $110 2. Masovia 27" w/front rod/rear coaster brakes, good tires, housepainted, rides good. COOL pedals $50 |
| i have finally taken an old bike down from the rafters of the family garage to try and find out more about it. it is a womans model that has wooden rims that have valve stems in them but no tires.the hand grips are leather wrapped around another material. in the back mud guard and the chain guard are little holes that string or some other material was laced through. the name plate on the front is missing.can anyone of you help me in identifing my bike? thanks for any information!! |
| Two interesting bikes on ebay. They're not that old, but still interesting. A late 70's DL1, http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=199980891, which I'm currently high-bidder on. Looks great, but missing chain guard. If any of you are hestitating making a bid on this because you see my name as high bidder.....don't. I bid $101 on it and don't plan on going higher. I absolutely don't mind if one of you wants it for more than that. It'll probably go in the $200-275 range. Second bike is http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=199344958. Can't quite figure this one out. In the USA the "International" name plate belonged to a Campy equipped 10 speed in 1980. Given the full chain guard and lack of reflectors for a 1980 model, this bike must have not been a USA export model. Maybe Canadian or home market? Anyone know? |
| I am more of a fat tire guy, but I restore about 50 10 speeds a year for as a hobby. They go to a thrift store to support a good charity. I buy bikes all of the time and have lots of Sturmy 3 speed hubs on them. I do not know what the "ROD BRAKES" are that you refer to. I also have no idea what a "DL1" is! Can you increase my knowledge in this area. In reading your messages (remember I am a fat tire guy) you seem to be collecting 3 speed bikes because you have an emotional attachment to them, especially if they are a DL1, and you enjoy riding them (you must not live in hill country like I do). Although, I took an old Schwinn Spitfire and modified it so it has a 3 speed Sturmy in the rear and three chain rings in front, and I can shift front and rear at the same time with the help of a rear derailer that does not derail but keeps the chain tensioned. It made the greatest range of shifting with the least effort I have seen. I also use a Sacks 3X7 hub on a recumbent. Does this allow me to write on this page? Oh, I have an old Rudge and I have no idea what to do with it. I have some Raleigh 10 speeds, I should not ask about value, gulp, but are they???? Thanks for reading this. Wings1123@aol.com |
| I've seen a couple of mentions of "Greentyres" on this board, with a reference to them as flat-resistant. I'd like to know about them--if, that is, they ride better than the puncture-proof tires I've seen before. Back in the 80s, I had a bike shop, and used to keep a bike around with puncture-proof tires just to demonstrate to customers how poorly they rode. The rolling resistance of any thick tire I ever seen is just atrocious. Well, now that I've stated my prejudice, I hope someone can make me wrong. I guess what I'd REALLY like to find is some high-pressure 28x1 1/2 tires that ride like the 700x35 Avocet slicks on my touring bike. Ideas, anyone? Morgan |
| What is the value of a stingray(69)?????.... I have N.O.S. parts for a stingray. if your intrested please contact me! |
| Looks like a distributor is attempting to market bikes with a shaft drive. They claim to have them available with 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7 speeds. The city bikes have fenders and rack (http://www.chainless.com/citybikes.html) with 700c and 26 X 1 3/8" wheels. Gears are from Sturmey Archer, Sachs, and Shimano. Looks like this could be a high tech candidate for the "American Roadster" concept that was discussed on Menotomy some time ago. Anyone actually seen or ridden one of these? Nick Nichols - DBA Basic Cycles Charlottesville, VA 22903 - http://leys.com/basic |
| I'm sorry this item is not an English Roadster nor is it very lightweight, but it may be relevant just the same. A friend wants to sell me his all chrome Murray 10 sp. from the late seventies. It's only redeeming factor is that it has a Shimano Disc Brake on the rear. Is this something that could be adapted to another bike by relacing the hub into a better wheel or is this brake no good and not worth the time. Thanks for any information. Patrick |
| Well, I'm not cranky today (I just machined up some replacement FW left-hand pawl pins yesterday, and I'm in a good mood. By the way, if anyone needs any simple lathe work--spacers, sleeves, etc. done please email me and I'll be happy to help), but I'd have to agree about people who sound like they're just dropping in to get a value before they put their stuff up on eBay... :-) On the other hand, I *know* the value of this (at least, to me!): An NOS Sturmey-Archer Dynothree hub--the AW/Dynohub combination. This one is a 36H that I bought a while back, but it is now surplus to my needs, since I subsequently found a 40H. It is mechanically in brand-new shape, but has some pitting to the chrome (it was apparantly stored in a damp basement). I've used Mother's chrome polish to spiff it up a bit. I'd like to sell the hub for what I paid, $50, or (for anyone working in a shop who can get such at a discount) would trade for a set of stainless-steel spokes to rebuild my DL-1 wheels (if you want to trade, please email me about the number and length of spokes I need...) |
| Is it just me or do others of you find messages asking age/value and for sale/wanted distracting to this excellant discussion board? Maybe I'm just grumpy today, but, Vin, do you think these message categories could be given their own home? For those of you posting these messages, I apologize, I know that given the message categories this is the appropriate spot to post. I really enjoy the postings to the mechanics and/or the experiences of English roadsters, but personaly don't care what they (or other pseudo roadsters) are worth. Boy, I guess I really am grumpy. |
| Any help would be appreciated . I have a Sears Roebuck & Co. Ted Williams Williams Brand, Womens ten speed. The bike was made in Austria , it is white with painted fenders, it has blue & red stickers, one sticker says free spirit. It has touring type handlebars and a rear spring rack. Thanks Mark |
| Does anyone know the value of a '60's model JC Higgins 3-speed type bike? It says Made in Austria on the headbadge, and appears to have all of the original parts. Good condition, but not great or mint. |
| I have these 2 bikes: 1969 Schwinn Speedster Male 26 x 1 3/8 26 x 1 3/8 three - internal hub caliper caliper 1969 Schwinn Breeze DeLuxe Female 26 x 1 3/4 26 x 1 3/4 three - internal hub caliper caliper I am not a bike collector, but I believe all parts are originals.Seats are in very good cond.Original paint,some pitting on chrome,but not real bad.The tires are probably not too good. If anyone can help with pricing on set please email me.I would like to sell them. Thanks,Debra |
| I am in the process of restoring a ww2 BSA folding army bicycle, i need a seat and grips and other misc. parts, does anybody have any ideas for a source or leads for these items? thanks |
| Sorry about that - I meant to send that message to the general for sale area. |
| I have a 70's schwinn tandem that needs some work - I have a new set of fenders for it and I have replaced the handlebars. It needs a new front axle, brake and tires to be a rider again. Or it would make a great custom with mountain bike forks and wheels with rear cantilever braze-ons. I would love to get $100 for it but I am flexible. I am in Berkeley, in the SF bay area, but I suppose I could arrange for shipping. Robert |
| I have some parts left over from my last bike projects and no space to store them - Anyone in need of the following email me and they are free for the shipping: 26 X1 3/8 chinese tire and tube 40 hole rim from a hercules (not westwood) rear chinese fender for 26" bike, red, from Steve. Sorry I know this is not "for sale" but the parts are free and I would hate to have to dump them for lack of storage space. Robert |
| What happened to Fibrax? Are they still knocking out brake shoes for bikes?They have the SH-70 Raincheater Rod-brake shoes for the Raleigh DL-1 Tourist and Phillips style bikes as well as newer type brake shoes. I can't find them anywhere. |
| I have been enjoying my new/old rusty dl-1 tourist after trading in an old Triumph 26". The feel of the bike is everything that I'd anticipated after reading the archives here. The braking (even with many careful adjustments) leaves a bit to be desired. Especially when avoiding buses and cabdrivers on my daily commute. Has any one traded out the 40 spoke wheel in the back and put a 3 speed with brake unit on a 36 spoke 28" wheel? Also I have tried to contact Greentyres.com about their puncture proof tyre. Did anyone ever succeed in using one of these? All best, KIMO |
| I was not about to sit there all day sorting this back room out. He had Shimano in with the Sturmey-Archer parts and they are not compatable. I called and hired a truck and took it all out to my pals barn up north. |
| I was sent some R.S.W.16 Tires that are larger than the standard Dunlop 16X2 tires that were standard with the bike. These are 16X2.125 or some crazy size. They buldge out, are much more balloonish. They fit the rim perfectly but won't work, they interfere with the fenders on the bike. They are English Dunlops and in great shape. I would love to see and own what kind of bike these were intended for.I also have a pair of all black GoodYear 16 X2 tires. My R.S.W.16 bikes have N.O.S.origonal tires because I finally found some "real ones" My quest for R.S.W. 16 bikes started when this real rabid 88 year old lady said"No, it's not for sale!!!!Get your hands off it! Get away, skat!! I began looking immediately and did not stop until I had: a Flemenco Red standard R.S.W.16, Two folding green models,2 wisps, three green ones without lights,all the others with lights, I have a R.S.W.14 childs model, and four Raleigh 20's. I haven't souped these up yet although I really enjoyed Sheldon's article!! I have a yellow one that is wild. Someone modified these bikes for the Prisoner T.V.series starring Patrick MaGoonan with canopy tops over your head.The last Saline-Ann Arbor Swap meet had crazy modified Chopper-style R.S.W.16 bikes and that was really awesome to see. I had a Ross Apollo when I was a kid. The Schwinn's got ripped off and and Raleigh was too expensive for us, or the shop was too far away. |
| I keep seeing this bicycle in print,commercials or in the movies. I was looking thru a ladies clothes catalog (Christmas shopping for a friend) and there was a photo of a model holding the handlebars of a ladies Raleigh Rod brake bike. It was a 1970's 28 inch wheel "Tourist" These cool handlebars are magical, they and the whole bike pop up all the time. |
| I'm pleased to report that, contrary to my earlier report, the Dynohub magnet remagnitization service will continue. I spoke to Paul at Mike's Bikes Palo Alto (650-493-8776) [the shop that bought out Wheelsmith] and he said that, although they haven't done any remags in the past couple of years, they will continue to offer the service when requested. He also said that the off-season (i.e. now) is a good time to have it done. None of the current mechanics are familiar with the machine (a "one-off" built, reportedly, by an electrical engineer from Hewlett-Packard) so they will plan to have the former owner come in and check them out on the machine. I also expressed my interest in buying the gizmo if they should ever decide to quit the Dyno remag business... |
| Hey gang! Boy- new look! Hey- I was in San Francisco this weekend, adn found some jewels I'd like to share with y'all. Here's the scoop! American cyclery in San Francisco have steel chrome bike pumps that fit DL-1's perfectly. they're nicely made, though from Taiwan. They are really nice looking, adn at 10 dollars, yes- 10 dollars you can't beat it! They also have genuing old stock Raleigh pedals- the flat football shaped ones with the tips cut off and the chrome edges with the reflector in the center! THey're beautiful, and for 20 dollars!!! Any other questions, you can email me. No- I don't work for them, they've taken good care of me, that's all. Oh- they also have a few DL-1 s for 300 and some dutch bikes for 400! Cheers! Chris |
| I know we hit on this topic at the old site, but it would be good to bring it up again. If you ride your "treasure" regularly or commute, Aqua-Stop type shoes might be the best thing you can do. I've been installing Weimann Aqua-Stops on most of my bikes that I ride with any frequency. It makes a tremendus difference, even when braking in dry conditions. To use the Aqua-Stops on my rod-bake bikes, I have to prise the shoes out and put them in the holder. Clarence has found a supply of Aqua-Stops in long strips that he cuts to fit the holder. I'd love to know where he got them, because no one sells it like that around here. Also keep in mind that proper set up (especially with rod-brakes) makes a big difference too. Anyway, Cheers!! |
| I recently inherited a '72 era (per the stamp on the hub) Raleigh Roadster 3 speed. It's a ladies model and I seem to recall the Tourister model name, although there's no name other than Raleigh on the bike. I don't collect bikes and don't need this one, and I'd like to know an approximate value for this bike. Thanks! |
| I HAVE A SCHWIN VARSITY 1974 10 SPEED IN MINT COND. ORANGE COLOR. DOES ANYONE KNOW THE BALLPARK VALUE? THANKS |
| I was given a foldable bike called a Fachnricht??? made by Falter of west germany and I can not find 1 once of info on this bike does anyone have any info on this bike???? |
| i've just bought an old schwinn super sport that i've wanted for years off a friend of mine. back in the 70's his father had the entire bike chrome plated, and it is perfect condition. unfortunately my friend crimped all the cable stops ( i assume to spare the effort of putting on housing ends) and in trying to remove the derailleur cables one of the braze on housing stops broke. the bike has stem shifters and the stop was the first one on the down tube. i could have a friend weld on a substitute, but i'm reluctant to mess with the chrome, which i've been told is of show quality. does anyone know of a clamp on housing stop, something that would fit a 1 1/8" tube? |
| i've just bought an old schwinn super sport that i've wanted for years off a friend of mine. back in the 70's his father had the entire bike chrome plated, and it is perfect condition. unfortunately my friend crimped all the cable stops ( i assume to spare the effort of putting on housing ends) and in trying to remove the derailleur cables one of the braze on housing stops broke. the bike has stem shifters and the stop was the first one on the down tube. i could have a friend weld on a substitute, but i'm reluctant to mess with the chrome, which i've been told is of show quality. does anyone know of a clamp on housing stop, something that would fit a 1 1/8" tube? |
| Could some one help I.D this Bike. Size of bike Looks like a Childs bike Frame is Wood,also handle bars. Brass Name tags on handle States: LIN KB EUREKA BREVETE B.G.D.G Fax # 907- 348-7282 Thanks Tom |
| Could some one help I.D this Bike. Size of bike Looks like a Childs bike Frame is Wood,also handle bars. Brass Name tags on handle States: LIN KB EUREKA BREVETE B.G.D.G Fax # 907- 348-7282 Thanks Tom |
| I was in a quandry about how to respace my Fuji road bike's rear triangle from 120mm to 110mm for the newly-built rear wheel with S-A hub. I'm pleased to report that it wasn't that big a deal. I clamped the bottom bracket in the milling vise on a big Bridgeport mill, much as I did with my DL-1 when I straightened it. I had pre-strung a braided Kevlar line from the rear dropouts to the headtube, and used the out-from-seattube measuements to guide the respacing. I just gripped the seat and chain stays ahead of the dropout by hand, and tried to put a pull/push on each proportional to their size. It only took a few minutes, and I made sure the dropouts were parallel afterwards. The wheel slips right in, and I'm awaiting a set of anti-rotation washers for the 9.5mm dropout slots from Harris Cyclery. Now to respace the fork to match the S-A large flange front hub! It doesn't have "lawyer lips", but does have a circular depression on the outer face of the dropout that, rather fortuitously, exactly matches the diameter of the captive washers on the S-A hub's "track nuts". It makes a really clean looking installation. I machined aluminum spacers to replace the outer chainring of the 52/42 crankset, recessed for the chainring bolt heads. S-A rear hub sprockets are adjustable for chainline, so I should be able to get things to line up OK. "Club bike" here I come! |
| I have gone and done it again. I got talking to someone and now I'm being offered a pair of 1972 Raleigh Sports bikes in mint shape, new condition, with the booklets on the bars. These are bronze-green Sports machines, mens and ladies. No enclosed guards,no bell, or rack, no locking forks or lights, your basic Sports. (The pair for $150.00) he lives 7 minutes from my house!! I called back to turn him down, but I weakened, and now they are mine. I should not have bought these, I have this model already. But it was a Raleigh, and I love Raleigh's and they were so nice looking when I saw them in the basement this evening.I could not say no.I have no idea what they are worth. |
| I ran into a strange one today: a men's 26" green Nottingham Robin Hood (like a Raleigh Sports) but with a FIVE-speed Sturmey-Archer hub, shift cables on BOTH sides of the hub, and a set of two small, "stik" shifters on the top bar. Hub was dated 1968 or 1969. It appeared to be in better than average condition, all original and complete. Any idea on value? |
| Does anyone know of any Triumph bicycle sites, or have any info on Triumph bicycles? Years produced, dating techniques, etc. There does not seem to be much info on them. Thank You |
| Hi Folks,I hope that someone can help me date this S/A three speed hub. There are no patent dates, only markings are: Sturmey Archer England AW and the word Patent. Tires are 26x1 3/8. Thank you in advance for all your help! |
| I have a Raleigh RSW16 that is about 35 years old and looks brand new. The only non-working part is the generator that turns on the front and back light. Does anyone know where I can get a Generator for this bike?? Thanks |
| I could use two SW right-hand halves (very skinny, with a little collar screwed on the threaded end). I'll trade for AW or buy outright. Thanks! |
| Can anyone provide information on a 1930s German Brandenburg roadster? I have one. It has 28 X 1 3/4-inch tires, coaster on back, rod brake on front with one pad rubbing directly on the tire tread, full fenders, black, with luggage rack and very unusual short grips that seem to simulate gray marble. Headbadge is riveted on and depicts the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. Previous owner said her grandfather bought it new in 1938. Did Nazi Germany export such bicycles? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks. |
| We've almost got our first cut at a file upload program completed. It'll enable you to post pictures to our picture database. We're hoping to have it up by this weekend. |
| I've been away for awhile...it looks like everyone has adjusted quite well to the the new site, (new threads, sorry about Claudia etc). A belated thank you and tip of the hat to Vin et al for making the changes to accommodate "the group". I'm involved with two other discussion groups; Volvos & BMW Boxer motorcycles and I am surprised by how each group interacts in different ways. While trying to avoid simplistic stereotypes, it's easy to see very distinct behaviour among each group that is likely related to demographics and the group subject matter. I bring this up only because oldroads/roadster people are very well behaved and polite without any significant amounts of ill will/flaming/angst. Spend a little time on the BMW pages and watch huge egos huff puff and vent for days on end. Its would be a total waste of time but for the excellent resource base the group provides. The Volvo group on the other hand is so advanced and technical that the amount of information e-mailed to you on any given day requires an hour to sift through. Now if I can only think of a point to this story...people like that. |
| I use Trek synthetic red grease found in the bike shop. It comes in a tube. |
| I need enlightemment. The indicator chains on my SA 3-speed coaster hub and my Dreigang Torpedo hub are both broken. Does a replacement include the rod that inserts into the hub, the chain itself and the piece that the cable screws onto? Are these common bike shop parts? Are broken indicator chains a common problem? Thanks, Stuck in High in E.TX. |
| Howdy All......Grease vs. Oil I recently purchased my first English 3-speed. A black 1961-62 Raleigh Sports. As I sit here re-building it I'm wondering if I'm doing the bike an injustice by re-building it with grease instead of oil. Particularly in the BB shell, where the beautiful oil-port will go unused if grease is used. What are your feelings? P.S. I live in Seattle..and plan on riding it all Winter. Thanks....Jason |
| Help wanted - got a K series 3 speed in a pre-war Raleigh which is very stiff indeed to change gear. Bike is new to me, and I have no previous experience of K series. Have oiled the hub (S-A oil), and the shift lever (handlebar type). The cable looks quite new. Cable and cones are adjusted correctly, the gear runs very well and does not slip once in gear. It is all I can do (with one thumb) to get down into low gear, and I'm concerned I will snap the indicator chain soon. any help much appreciated. |
| Hi gang, even though I haven't been able to send everything out that I am giving to some of you,( I will as soon as I get the boxes and a few minutes to get them going), I have an old frame and fork from a ladies Humber that I'd like to give away also. The fork is the kind with two blades on each side, and has been repainted 'cause frankly it needed it! The frame is usable and has some well used fenders(sorry mates, ah..mudguards) and other doodads on it. Is it mint? No. Is it very good? No. Is it sorta OK maybe? yes, but it is free. Any one want it? All I ask is please pay the shipping which won't be bad, should be around $10. Originally it had a full chaincase which was why I bought it, but I gave that to a friend in need. I will probably have more stuff to give away later, and I hope some others might concider "donating" parts, and frames, and such too. Thanks, and Cheerio! Mark |
| ANYONE INTERESTED IN A PAIR(HIS&HERS)PRE-WAR(PRE-1939)PHILIPS ROADSTERS? BOTH ARE IN QUITE NICE SHAPE, BOTH HAVE INTERESTING MECHANICAL LEVER TYPE BRAKING SYSTEM FOR FRONT AND REAR WHEELS, BOTH HAVE THE NAME "PHILIPS" AS THE INSIDE OF THE FRONT SPROCKET, MENS' HAS A STRUMELY ARCHER THREE SPEED HUB, WOMENS' IS A SINGLE SPEED. |
| A friend sent me an E-mail note to tell me that our bike shop had a pristeen Truimph for sale. That reminded me that I had made an offer on that same bike a couple of weeks ago and hadn't been back to see if the owner would accept it. I was very busy getting ready to head south but didn't want to miss out like I did on a Colnago last year. I hurried over to the shop before it closed and noticed that there was an uncommonly good looking 1972 Green Raleigh Sports setting beside the Triumph. Turns out the owner wouldn't accept my offer on the Triumph so I went out to take another look. I looked at the Raleigh instead. It was priced at only $20 more than the Triumph and was in just as good condition, plus it had a Brookes saddle and and seat bag. This bike is the best Sports I have ever seen. Everything is original including the tires which are labeled "Raleigh N.L.T." and have two narrow white sidewall stripes. In the seat bag was a plastic envelope with an owners manual, a warranty card not completed, a large fold out assembly instruction sheet, and a combination wrench, all in perfect condition. The bike also had the original pump mounted on the downtube. All the plating is perfect but there are a few minor scratches where you usually see them. The bike fairly glitters with newness. We bargained for a good hour in between customers. Finally we agreed on $10 over my offer. No it wasn't a garage sale price but then I might not see another bike like this and a restoration would be hundreds more. This dealer has more old Raleighs than anyone I know. He has his own first bike, a optioned up Sports, his second bike which is an International, and several pairs of Sports-mens and ladies. This is my 5th Sports and the second mens in green. The Triumph is nice and I would like to have it but not this time. I have a decent black Sports ready to take south, now I'm undecided. I do so like to show off a nice bike. |
| A while back I posted the web address of Classic Transfers, a British company that makes reproduction motorcycle and bicycle decals. They've recently moved websites, and the new address is http://www.classictransfers.telinco.co.uk/ Randy |
| I am looking for a turn of the century era or later kerosene bicycle headlamp. I would prefere one complete with the mounting clamp, or one with a clamp that goes on the lamp bracket. Thanks!! |
| My soon to be 5 year old, Johnny, welcomed me home from a recent trip with a big surprise. He was riding a two-wheeler. Since spring, I could tell he was capable by the way he rode his bike with training wheels. The wheels were up as high as they could go and he would stand up pedaling as fast as he could, generally balancing on two wheels. He also had access to a little 16" wheeled bike, without training wheels (and a big adult seat) that we called the "clown bike" (because my oldest son looked like a clown act when he hopped on it). But he would rarely get his courage up to try the "clown bike". Apparently my bribe of getting him a big Lego set when he could show me he could ride a two wheeler finally worked. My 10 year old daughter put him on the "clown bike" and gave him a good push, and off he went. Amazingly to me he was standing up riding within a day. Now over the past summer, my two older kids expressed interest in my "old" bikes, even asking to see if they could try one out (although they were still too short to reach the bottom of the pedal stroke). Even my smallest bike, a 19" frame Sports was too small. But I recently found both a boys and a girls Raleigh "Colt", which have a shorter wheelbase and a curved top bar for a shorter seatpost, but still 26" wheels. The boys bike came with an AWC 71' hub and only a front hand brake (I added a rear caliper). The girls frame was the standard front/rear calipers and a '73 AW hub. I swear the 68 miles showing on the speedometer of the girls bike are all the bike has on it in total. Dad must have bought the bike for a daughter who really didn't like riding much. Interesting note; between 71 and 73 the tires switched to Chen Fen, the brake levers developed knurled nuts for adjusting, and gone was the B72 saddle (maybe the owner replaced it for the vinyl padded and coiled spring saddle that's on it). Now if I could find an old Raleigh "Mountie" maybe I could get the whole family on English 3 speeds. |
| GOD BLESS YE, LADS, Look for a need and fill it!! Good Luck, God speed. |
| From time to time I hear about people who have reproduced decals on a PC and reprinted them onto paper labels. I wonder of the label would fade or yellow after being applied to the bike and clearcoated. Has anyone here had success with this, and maybe a tip or two? |
| Along with the old English bikes, I enjoy watches that wind and tick (clocks too), old fountain pens you fill from an ink bottle, and cutting the grass with a quiet, old-fashioned, non-motorized lawn mower. I like old cars, especially British (e.g., the ash-framed Morgan), but I'm not a mechanic and can't afford them anyway, so I'm content with other old stuff. I'd love to have an old BSA or Triumph motorcycle too. Any similar eccentricities out there (c'mon Clarence and the rest)? |
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