The Raleigh Bicycle Company, which is located in Nottingham, UK, is one of the oldest bike companies in the world. The company was founded in 1887 by Frank Bowden; it was originally housed on Raleigh Street in Nottingham. Raleigh presently has nine separate road bike models, including the Competition, Supercourse, Grand Sport, and Sport. The other models are the RX 1.0, Clubman, One Way, Rush Hour, and Sojourn. The bikes range from pricey semi-professional race models such as the Competition to less expensive traveling cycles like the Sojourn.
Competitive Road Bikes:
There are three road bikes that are considered to be primarily racers. These are the Competition, Supercourse, and Grand Sport. The Competition is Raleigh’s top of the line model, featuring a light and sturdy ACE Evolution Direct Connect Carbon frame with a BB30 Bottom Bracket Shell. The fork is made from carbon alloy.
The Supercourse brags that it is an affordable racing bike, and it is competitively priced. Featuring a carbon frame and fork and nine-speed shifter, this road bike is meant to give you a speedy ride.
Finally, the Grand Sport is an aluminum-framed racer that has the sporty look of Raleigh’s carbon models. A compact drivetrain, carbon fork and eight-speed gearshift make this bike a joy to ride.
Road Traveler
These models, which are designed for road fun, are less pricy than the three other models. They are comfortable, durable and easy to maneuver.
The Sport is an affordable road bike. By adding an Atomic 13 Aluminum frame, Raleigh raised the bar for the Sport. This eight-speed is a fine introductory model for the beginning rider.
The RX 1.0 makes the most of mud, rain and puddles. This nine-speed bicycle combines aluminum and carbon materials for a powerful, fluid ride. This is a modern cycle for modern times.
Raleighbrings back its traditional look in a few models, including the Clubman and the One Way. The Clubman’s look is a throwback to the first Raleigh. This road bike is all-steel with a compact drivetrain and a sleek, comfortable Brooks seat. Bikers can ramble along on the One Way single speed road bike. This bike has that classic Raleigh “look” that includes a steel frame, polished fenders and a traditional Brooks saddle.
The Rush Hour is simple but elegant. The perfect bike for a fine ride, this bicycle has a sleek, sturdy steel frame. Other features include Keirin grips, a traditional track bar and track cranks; plus there are some classy red highlights.
The Sojourn, which also offers a classic look, is a nine-speed charmer. This rugged road bike has it all—smooth fenders, back rack, leather grips and cateye reflector create a graceful nostalgic feel.
Raleigh is a value priced brand that has a long history and pedigree. The company manufactures sleek, lightweight modern cycles and less streamlined, heavier bicycles that are throwbacks to earlier days. Although not as concerned with appealing to the professional roadrunner, the Raleigh Bicycle Company still appeals to those who are looking to enjoy the road and perhaps even compete a bit. View our Raleigh road bikes for sale and read more about used road bikes and compare the top brands before you buy.
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