Recent content by Donut65

I couldn't believe it when I saw it advertised on my local Facebook buy and sell group. I even knocked the price down from £35! Initial 2 minute check shows loose headset, gears not set up (corroded inner cables) and rear wheel needs slightly truing. It looks like it has only had light use and...

I recently bought a 92 Peak (turquoise) for £30. It seems to be in very good condition. I plan to give it a thorough check during the next few weeks then use it for recreational riding and towing my grandson along on his bike trailer. I originally owned a Raleigh Summit ( well 2 actually) and...

Thanks guys, makes sense.

Thanks Kermit. I did own a summit back in 92 and loved it, it had such a smooth chilled out feel to it. Saw this Peak advertised fir £30 so couldn't resist in buying it.

Would it be possible to fit a 8speed cassette to a wheel that has a 7 speed cassette. The bike in question is a 92 raleigh peak, the 7 speed gear shifters are knackered but I have a new set of 8 speed shifters so was wondering if I could fit a new 8 speed cassette to the rear wheel/axle and use...

I think the Peak is a top of the range model. I know it has an "oversized" headset but not sure if it the equivalent to the 11/8" ahead headset sizing!.

I have just purchased a 92 raleigh peak mountain bike that is in excellent condition and best of all it was only £30!. What I would like to know is it possible to fit 11/8" ahead thread less headset and forks to it?. I know the steerer tube is "oversized" but does it make it possible to do the...

I have owned a 92 summit and a 93 Apex with a girvin flexi stem!. I loved the Summit and wish I still had it. Just this evening a saw a 92 peak for sale for £30 so bought it. It is in totally original condition and in excellent condition so will give it a good clean and service and use it to tow...