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I bought my 79 Raleigh Tourist new from a dealer near Washington DC.
Originally Posted by 1989Pre
(Post 22847314)
I was just thinking it might be a nice idea to ask members who have already posted to this string to give us an update on a bike they may have posted photos of years ago. I am also wondering who, among us, has owned their complete 3-speed the longest.
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Originally Posted by thumpism
(Post 22846751)
Lenton for $125 in NY.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...95774762144947 https://scontent.fric1-1.fna.fbcdn.n...aw&oe=642D56BF |
Originally Posted by erileykc
(Post 22848581)
I bought my 79 Raleigh Tourist new from a dealer near Washington DC.
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Originally Posted by 1989Pre
(Post 22847314)
I was just thinking it might be a nice idea to ask members who have already posted to this string to give us an update on a bike they may have posted photos of years ago. I am also wondering who, among us, has owned their complete 3-speed the longest.
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That's a great story, Commando! This bike has been in your life a long time.
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Originally Posted by 1989Pre
(Post 22847314)
I was just thinking it might be a nice idea to ask members who have already posted to this string to give us an update on a bike they may have posted photos of years ago. I am also wondering who, among us, has owned their complete 3-speed the longest.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...8256383924.jpg This bike was purchased from a guy up the street around 2010 for $160.00 (CDN) and was my first 3 speed. Since then I've aquired other Superbes in better condition but this remains my main go to bike. Currently has a 22T cog but I may go down to a 21. At one point I sold this bike but luckily, the new owner didn't like it and brought it back. New chain installed today, oiled and tuned up. The tires are looking a bit old but I'm not seeing 26" x 1 3/8" in the shops anymore..... I can fit 12 tall boy beer cans in the saddle bags and a big sandwich in the tool bag. https://threespeedmania.files.wordpr...pg?w=590&h=443 This is my other 72 Superbe that doesn't see as much use. English built and quite original. I use this one as a template for fitting cables/pulleys etc. to other bikes. |
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Originally Posted by 1989Pre
(Post 22847314)
I was just thinking it might be a nice idea to ask members who have already posted to this string to give us an update on a bike they may have posted photos of years ago. I am also wondering who, among us, has owned their complete 3-speed the longest.
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ISO - BSA Snap Control
I thought this might more traction here than the regular ISO or C&V Sales section.
I have been told the item I seek looks like this; https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...b48da9333.jpeg Yes, I’ve seen various bits on eBay but I would prefer to buy from someone here. Thx! |
That's a nice-looking bike, El Segundo. Is the replacement saddle the same make and model?
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Bike came with a white saddle which after a few years was coming apart and was replaced with black saddle off donor bike.
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We're having very warm, dry weather here this week. Our riding season is starting up in earnest.
1942 Schwinn New World: https://blogger.googleusercontent.co...412_182425.jpg 1958 Raleigh Sports: https://blogger.googleusercontent.co...410_164441.jpg |
Picked up this 22" tourist from Craigslist. I've been looking for one for years--the 24" model is more common, but too big for me. Serial indicates January of 1980.
Was missing shifter, shift cable, and indicator. I took some replacements from my parts bin, oil in the hub, and an old Brooks saddle, and rode it around the alley last night: https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...df45d5d3f6.jpg The brakes need some adjustment, and the wheels need to be cleaned up a little. Once it's up to speed it's great. |
That almost looks to me like the rear rim is a 28 inch Westrick type. I'm like you in that I have to ride the 22 inch frame on 28 inch wheels. The 24 is too big for me. Though with 26 inch wheels, the 23 inch frame is great for me. I'm kind of an "in-betweener" in that regard. Nice find.
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Originally Posted by SirMike1983
(Post 22859437)
That almost looks to me like the rear rim is a 28 inch Westrick type. I'm like you in that I have to ride the 22 inch frame on 28 inch wheels. The 24 is too big for me. Though with 26 inch wheels, the 23 inch frame is great for me. I'm kind of an "in-betweener" in that regard. Nice find.
They sure look like Westrick rims, rather than Westwood rims. I can take some better pictures. It's supposed to be cold and rainy this weekend, so maybe I'll work on this bike. |
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Nice tan leatherSaddlebags
I think l,m the owner of those leather saddlebags now. There can't be 2 pairs with the same markings in Toronto. Did you sell them to some guy on Simpson ave?
Originally Posted by gster
(Post 22854033)
This is my trusty 1978 Canadian built/assembled Raleigh Superbe.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...8256383924.jpg This bike was purchased from a guy up the street around 2010 for $160.00 (CDN) and was my first 3 speed. Since then I've aquired other Superbes in better condition but this remains my main go to bike. Currently has a 22T cog but I may go down to a 21. At one point I sold this bike but luckily, the new owner didn't like it and brought it back. New chain installed today, oiled and tuned up. The tires are looking a bit old but I'm not seeing 26" x 1 3/8" in the shops anymore..... I can fit 12 tall boy beer cans in the saddle bags and a big sandwich in the tool bag. https://threespeedmania.files.wordpr...pg?w=590&h=443 This is my other 72 Superbe that doesn't see as much use. English built and quite original. I use this one as a template for fitting cables/pulleys etc. to other bikes. |
I was on the return leg of my trip to the market on my Rudge Sports, loaded with food-stuffs, when I cruised past the L.B.S. and spotted some bikes out back. Sometimes, people leave things there, and even I have left a few bicycle-oriented odds-and-ends. I spotted two bikes and actually stopped and turned around. I figured if I saw anything British, I'd ask Tim, the manager about it. I pulled up and saw one apparently American bike with a down-ward curving top tube, which I did not inspect. Then, I looked at the other, a ladies model, and saw the name Elswick. I was very pleased and excited. The bike appears to be completely original, down to its Elswick rubber pedals. The Sturmey/Archer AW hub and the front Dynohub both have date code for February of 1955. I had to scrape the muck off the hubs to see the numbers. The Dynohub on the front has a oiler-port compression clip on it. I had not seen that before. Also of note is the nice box-lining on the fork and frame. The serial number is stamped on the front side of the lug at the top of the seat tube. I am thinking strongly about storing this bike for next winter's project, or one of them, at least:
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...1f48463ab1.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...86bc0de269.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...bf0431aacb.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...bc9ed1fd17.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...a4dda4d791.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...2f438320be.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...e94e4cd585.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...534ad89bc5.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...0c51b2401e.jpg |
A very nice 3-speed in great original condition.
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Forty-five degrees farenheit with a mist and a beautiful 8-mile ride on a local loop on the Rudge, with some food shopping on the way. Thank heaven for Carradice bags!
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...4fe34de243.jpg |
Originally Posted by 1989Pre
(Post 22862763)
I am thinking strongly about storing this bike for next winter's project, or one of them, at least.
I met a young woman with an Elswick at the Lake Pepin Ride a few years ago. Her chainring had seahorses stamped in it. It looks like this one spells Elswick, which is still nice, but c'mon! |
Originally Posted by Tyres
(Post 22862422)
I think l,m the owner of those leather saddlebags now. There can't be 2 pairs with the same markings in Toronto. Did you sell them to some guy on Simpson ave?
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Originally Posted by gna
(Post 22862909)
Do it. Elswick never got absorbed by Raleigh, to the best of my knowledge. They are rare.
I met a young woman with an Elswick at the Lake Pepin Ride a few years ago. Her chainring had seahorses stamped in it. It looks like this one spells Elswick, which is still nice, but c'mon! |
I walked over in a light rain and got it. I brought an adjustable wrench, vice-grips and the schraeder frame pump from my Rudge.
I pumped up the tires and rode it home. A couple of features surprised me. Fluted top eyes on a 3-speed? Wow. Also, the chain stays are both dimpled on the inner side. I did not expect to see that.The Dunlop rims are Endrick-style.The OGK grips have to go, but everything else is up-to-snuff. I'll get around to getting this bike ship-shape over the next winter, but at least now, it is not left languishing and neglected. It may have barely evaded the trash truck. Here are some more photos of it after being cleaned a bit and oiled. I like the bottom bracket oiler with the spring-loaded cap. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...2d26510096.jpg #35336 https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...7ad3a47bb5.jpg A little bit clean, with fork decals https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...3abdaf0c18.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...458d563873.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...45ff9e5f1f.jpg February of 1955 on the DynoHub https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...9f7adcecb7.jpg Fluted top eyes https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...c68a0df548.jpg mini version of Sturmey front lamp https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...11df64a60c.jpg Rim will clean up nicely. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...18dc674f3b.jpg AW 1955 https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...9e00ed5839.jpg |
Originally Posted by SirMike1983
(Post 22859437)
That almost looks to me like the rear rim is a 28 inch Westrick type. I'm like you in that I have to ride the 22 inch frame on 28 inch wheels. The 24 is too big for me. Though with 26 inch wheels, the 23 inch frame is great for me. I'm kind of an "in-betweener" in that regard. Nice find.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...23331e6df5.jpg But the rear is a Raleigh Pattern Westrick: https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...8c9e54cdd9.jpg Good eye. I didn't even notice. I ordered some new pads, but tried to adjust the old ones in the meantime, and put my old B66 on it: https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...f38716a4bd.jpg It's very different from my Sports with Sun Alloy rims and Koolstop pads--the brakes are rather indifferent. |
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