1970's Raleigh Competition
04-02-19, 09:22 AM
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The 531 frames on these take them to another level. If you're used to mid-range bikes, I think you'll notice a definite difference in stiffness and lightness. These have some pretty racy geometry too. And they'll take wide tires as well, 35's with a 700c wheel, and probably still room for fenders. I'd grab that thing myself if it was local (even though i already have a '76 Competition) they don't come around that often, and they're really something special. Especially at that price.
The 531 frames on these take them to another level. If you're used to mid-range bikes, I think you'll notice a definite difference in stiffness and lightness. These have some pretty racy geometry too. And they'll take wide tires as well, 35's with a 700c wheel, and probably still room for fenders. I'd grab that thing myself if it was local (even though i already have a '76 Competition) they don't come around that often, and they're really something special. Especially at that price.
And those derailleurs do , indeed, seem to be pretty pricey on the used parts market right now.
There have been many fatter tyre, fender, and 650B conversion projects that started out with a Raleigh Comp. Which is probably why they are seen for sale less commonly now.
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Phamilton -
no worries as to expenditures.
item now gone.
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item now gone.
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04-07-19, 11:34 AM
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Those look like washers designed to convert Campagnolo and Simplex derailleur hangers to Huret though, not vice versa, right?
I was looking at a Raleigh Competition a while back, so I did some research on whether anyone made a washer to convert Huret hangers to Campy-style derailleurs. I found nothing.
I was looking at a Raleigh Competition a while back, so I did some research on whether anyone made a washer to convert Huret hangers to Campy-style derailleurs. I found nothing.
04-07-19, 04:22 PM
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Those look like washers designed to convert Campagnolo and Simplex derailleur hangers to Huret though, not vice versa, right?
I was looking at a Raleigh Competition a while back, so I did some research on whether anyone made a washer to convert Huret hangers to Campy-style derailleurs. I found nothing.
I was looking at a Raleigh Competition a while back, so I did some research on whether anyone made a washer to convert Huret hangers to Campy-style derailleurs. I found nothing.
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I have that same frame. Same size, same color. 531 with the chainstays Reynolds made exclusively for Raleigh with a short tapered portion to neck down the diameter from typical chainstay to a typical seatstay diameter to a softer ride on harsh surfaces. (Those frames are plush!)
I don't know what was original wheel-wise but you can easily run either 700c or 27" with fenders. Lots of room. (Edit: And as pointed out above, the brakes will work with just about any rim. If you want more braking power, use Mafac Racers.)
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04-09-19, 08:04 AM
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I have the same year and model. The TA three-pin crankset is original. Original 531 decals stated butted tubes forks and stays. This is a really sweet ride. A couple years later Raleigh dropped the mention of butted forks and stays, and the frame rode much more harshly.
Originally came with tubulars. I converted mine to 27" early on as I found the tubulars a complete PITA, and 700c was quite uncommon at the time, having just come to the US market. No problems with brake adjustment. Note the brake levers were drilled-out with ovals on the front to 'lighten'. I also put a Suntour Ultra-6 on the back having replaced the original Normandy with a custom Regina before converting to the 6 for touring. At the same time put on a TA Cyclotourist. The Jubilee shifts just fine over the 46-43-26 chainset, just use a light hand and don't power through on the pedalling.
Rear mech-wise, took off the rear Jubilee to first replace with a SonTour Cyclone the wider range for touring. Then tried a Campy Rally (which I never got to work (Huret rear drop-outs? although not a problem with the SunTour). Finally ended up with a Hueret Duopar Eco, which is still on the bike. Oh, and I still have the complete Jubilee set -- a work of art. (Not for sale).
Cheers!
Originally came with tubulars. I converted mine to 27" early on as I found the tubulars a complete PITA, and 700c was quite uncommon at the time, having just come to the US market. No problems with brake adjustment. Note the brake levers were drilled-out with ovals on the front to 'lighten'. I also put a Suntour Ultra-6 on the back having replaced the original Normandy with a custom Regina before converting to the 6 for touring. At the same time put on a TA Cyclotourist. The Jubilee shifts just fine over the 46-43-26 chainset, just use a light hand and don't power through on the pedalling.
Rear mech-wise, took off the rear Jubilee to first replace with a SonTour Cyclone the wider range for touring. Then tried a Campy Rally (which I never got to work (Huret rear drop-outs? although not a problem with the SunTour). Finally ended up with a Hueret Duopar Eco, which is still on the bike. Oh, and I still have the complete Jubilee set -- a work of art. (Not for sale).
Cheers!
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