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Per those bikes, I really wanted to just put the picture up but thought if I did not include the link since they are not mine, that would have been unethical. But I'd say one might be able to get $1200. I see the CL also has an early '50s Rudge for $400, some would pay that for a proper model. But I wasn't really wanting to get into the cost part, just the pictures.
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Originally Posted by CuttersRidge
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Per those bikes, I really wanted to just put the picture up but thought if I did not include the link since they are not mine, that would have been unethical. But I'd say one might be able to get $1200. I see the CL also has an early '50s Rudge for $400, some would pay that for a proper model. But I wasn't really wanting to get into the cost part, just the pictures.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/h...425411575.html http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=502942 |
Seeing that '54 Rudge makes me miss my '53 Rudge. If only it wasn't a 21 inch frame.
https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3709/1...a3cdc1cd_z.jpg Sorry, adding to the funeral atmosphere... |
Originally Posted by adventurepdx
(Post 18515631)
That Rudge is a nice one, I actually saw that one doing a search this week. It's in decent shape, has a Dynohub and lights, and has a full chaincase that isn't installed but is included with sale (and is depicted.) If I was in Minneapolis, and the frame was a 23" size, I'd definitely consider it!
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/h...425411575.html http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=502942
Originally Posted by shadaboot28
(Post 18515367)
If the left brake lever is original, then I would suggest that is a post 1956 Lenton. The right lever doesn't look original as it's not the typical Raleigh lever that was used throughout the 50's, it looks like it's off a BSA or something else. And I'm not sure if they are bluemels mudguards either, looking at the front mudguard it looks like a steel Raleigh guard that has been painted silver? But it's hard to tell from the small picture provided.
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Originally Posted by clubman
(Post 18516228)
That Rudge is worth more than the $5K Raleighs to me.
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How were the Raleigh Superbe/Sports frames, specifically ladies, measured? I've got one that is 21" crank to top of seat lug but it is more like a 19.5-20" c-c.
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The Ladies Sports step throughs were offered in 19 1/2" and 21". Gents 21" and 23".
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Originally Posted by adventurepdx
(Post 18515639)
Seeing that '54 Rudge makes me miss my '53 Rudge. If only it wasn't a 21 inch frame.
https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3709/1...a3cdc1cd_z.jpg Sorry, adding to the funeral atmosphere... |
Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 18517106)
The Ladies Sports step throughs were offered in 19 1/2" and 21". Gents 21" and 23".
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My 55 still has a lot of work to go, but I'm having a blast riding it.
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503128 |
The catalogs listed Gents Sports at 21 and 23. I have both and they measure exactly that from the crank centerline to the very top of the seat tube.
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Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 18517109)
I love this bike!
https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7006/6...ccb69684_z.jpg But through the help of @sixtyfiver; it became a beautiful machine. More pics here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/urbana...57628544483457 |
I looked at the photos and like seeing the evolution and refinement of a project over time.
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Currently on Kijiji Toronto. Is this Department Store/Chain built Raliegh? Asking price @ $300.00 Precision Engineered and Safety Tested! |
I've never seen any of the badge engineered Raleighs with those fenders or brake levers, but the rest of the bike looks very much like a Raleigh. A bit pricey, but it is a 23" frame. To me, that adds value. Nice bike.
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Originally Posted by gster
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http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503215http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503216http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=5032171960 Union Cycle Oxford
Currently on Kijiji Toronto. Is this Department Store/Chain built Raliegh? Asking price @ $300.00 Precision Engineered and Safety Tested! http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment...6&d=1446146314 |
Good lookin' bike.
I wonder what kind of minimum order would have been required back then for your own brand. I imagine that Raleigh also supplied in house design services for the custom transfers and head badges. |
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Every Robin Hood I've seen has the same chromed steel finial as Raleighs on the front fender. This one looks different, like this aluminum one.
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Originally Posted by BigChief
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Every Robin Hood I've seen has the same chromed steel finial as Raleighs on the front fender. This one looks different, like this aluminum one.
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503283 |
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Found these in my collection. Wonder if this earlier non Raleigh version is any relation to the Oxford in the ad.
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503418http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503419 |
Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 18520181)
Found these in my collection. Wonder if this earlier non Raleigh version is any relation to the Oxford in the ad.
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503418http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503419 |
Had a blast riding mine 15 miles on Saturday. We had a big Mardi Gras celebration and I was in the parade with some of the co op guys. The wife was coming later so I figured I would ride the 13 miles to the parade route start. All went smooth until I got a 1/2 mile from the meeting place when the NDS rear axle nut loosened up on me. At least I was close. I think the headset is a bit loose on me as well, but it's time to do an overhaul anyway.
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Originally Posted by gster
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It would appear that Union Cycles were British knock offs built in Holland, Germany and Japan.
One last item. Here's a nice one and it shows how closely they were copying the British models. http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503452http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=503453 |
Interesting hub mechanism...what make is it?
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