Hi everyone.......my name is Stu and I'm from Derby.
I found this site whilst on a Google search for parts.
I bought my bike as a cheapy fifty quid hack for a commuter and also as a means of getting back on to two wheels with a bid to burn off what seems to be the start of a midlife spread.
The bike is a 1980 Raleigh Europa.... not exactly the most sought after retro bike but I like it's looks and the ride feels nice and solid.
So far Ive stripped and cleaned it, fitted a pair of Continentals, a new seat and post, Benotto style plastic bar tape and generally maintained it. Future plans are a nice pair of pedals along with toe clips, pair of alloy rims and maybe a respray along with new repro decals.
I'm also on the hunt for a replacement water bottle to fit my current odd shaped cage....any ideas guy's?
Cheers
Stu
I found this site whilst on a Google search for parts.
I bought my bike as a cheapy fifty quid hack for a commuter and also as a means of getting back on to two wheels with a bid to burn off what seems to be the start of a midlife spread.
The bike is a 1980 Raleigh Europa.... not exactly the most sought after retro bike but I like it's looks and the ride feels nice and solid.
So far Ive stripped and cleaned it, fitted a pair of Continentals, a new seat and post, Benotto style plastic bar tape and generally maintained it. Future plans are a nice pair of pedals along with toe clips, pair of alloy rims and maybe a respray along with new repro decals.
I'm also on the hunt for a replacement water bottle to fit my current odd shaped cage....any ideas guy's?
Cheers
Stu