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Raleigh Record Ace

Originally a Raleigh Gran Sport, but modified and re-sprayed by former Raleigh frame builder Rick Powell, transfers added by Dave Marsh, this bike now runs the latest 18 speed Shimano Tiagra groupset, Roval wheels, and a Concor Rolls saddle, really making the most of old fashioned craftsmanship and the latest components to make a stunning, fast, comfortable road bike

Frame:
Reynolds 531

Fork/Headset:
Reynolds 531

Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Shimano Tiagra

Pedals:
Shimano SPD

Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Shimano 18 speed Tiagra, compact chainset

Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano Tiagra

Handlebars/Stem:
Specialized ergonomic profiled handlebars and Ahead stem using a quil to Ahead adapter

Saddle/Seatpost:
Brooks B17 black saddle and retro fluted seat post addded

Brakes:
Shimano Tiagra

Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Shimano Tiagra Hub hand built with stainless spokes onto Mavic Open Sport Rims

Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Shimano Tiagra hubs, handbult with stainless spokes to Mavic Open Sport rims

Accessories:
Cateye Velo5 computer

More Info:
Full SKS mudguards and Carradice saddle bag added

Bike History

Click a link below to see past stages of this bike.

  1. Initial
  2. Stage 2

Added by alanf1968. Last updated over 10 years ago.

As of over 10 years ago, alanf1968 has indicated that they no longer own this bike.

2 Comments

alanf1968

alanf1968 says:

I have switched the saddle for a black Brooks B17 after finding the ride a bit harsh, now much more comfortable and I think it looks even better, I will upload some updated photos soon

Posted almost 12 years ago

sloman

sloman says:

Aces to your build. Enjoy

Posted almost 12 years ago