Recent content by mikebeetle

Re: Still for sale. Offers.

Re: Price reduced to £80

Hi I have reluctantly decided to sell my Barry Bond bike. Size is Large, 25" Seat tube c-c, 23" top tube c-c. I am 6' 4" and ride it how it is set up. Not sure of age but would say 70's. Mix of components. Condition is "plenty of patina"! but seriously the frame is structurally sound and...

Re: I have one for sale if you are still looking. Can send photos and details. Mike

Re: Yes please will send PM

Picked this up on Monday at our local car boot, wasn't sure i got a good deal at first (went for it as it's a local maker) but on closer inspection i'm very happy as the seat post is free, frame is solid and the tyres are not cracked. Current plan is to strip some of the accessories off, true...

Re: Any chance of some pictures please?

Hi I am looking for a replacement 1" threaded headset for my Raleigh Record Ace. Brand not important but looking for good condition. Chrome/silver or gold finish (it's one with all the gold cranks etc) will be fine. Thanks Mike

Re: Take a look at the Spray.bike paints (available from Brick lane bikes). Apparently it's like a spray on powdercoat that you apply straight on the old paint. Am waiting for mine to turn up before I can report on how good it is but you can get high build primer and lacquer

Re: That's great, thanks for your help

Re: Job Lot of various Road/Race/Touring Items. Loads of Items Hi can I take these please if still available, will send PM. Thanks

Hi I have just acquired one of these myself, I had assumed the brakes and cranks were later additions so good to see my bike is original (almost). Do you know what derailleurs are fitted to yours please as mine are a mixture of Shimano 105 and something else? Thanks Mike