The benchmark in production touring bikes, this is a superb original 1987 model which is in regular use
Frame:
Reynolds 531 super tourist
Fork/Headset:
Reynolds 531
Pedals:
currently using spds although the original alloy quills are in my parts box, wish I could find some good old style touring shoes now
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
18 speed
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano
Saddle/Seatpost:
Brooks B17 / SR alloy
Brakes:
Weinmann levers and cantilevers
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
27 x 1 1/4 quick release alloy
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
27 x 1 1/4 alloy
Accessories:
mudguards, carrier, bottle cage,
More Info:
Now upgraded with a Shimano Sora 9 speed gear set, Ahead adjustable stem and flat topped bars which spread the weight on my hands, put the bars where I want them, and my gear changing now from the bars, the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden.
Also converted to 700c wheels Shimano Tiagra hubs on Mavic rims (from Dave Hinde), with Schwalbe Marathon tyres and a cargo trailer comes in useful for shopping or taking a decent amount of camping kit on tour.
Added by alanf1968. Last updated about 11 years ago.
As of about 11 years ago, alanf1968 has indicated that they no longer own this bike.
2 Comments
very nice I just picked up a 70's Dawes Galaxy with the crappy simplex I am gonna rebuild it with a better group, but anyways very nice ride.
Posted almost 13 years ago
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jambon says:
In its original guise this is just lovely
Posted about 7 years ago