In a message dated 6/23/02 1:14:52 PM, e.j.wagner.jr@att.net writes:
<< Would anyone know of a North American importer or distributor for
Flying Pigeon or any of the other Chinese 3 speeds with 28" wheels? I
want to make 2 Raleigh Tourists rideable. Currently their rims are
corroded beyond use, though they could be re-chroming candidates. It
might be cheaper to purchase a Chinese three speed.
Yes, I know some purists will scream about this, but I'm merely
looking to make one of these old bikes rideable for my daughter.
She's taken a fancy to the women's model.
Ed
The spirit is willing, but the flesh is middle-aged. >>
Ed,
I have black painted Westwood style rims on hand (dutch origin?) in 28 inch; good tyres too. 36 hole only. Cost is $36.00 per rim plus shipping.
The paint will rub off sooner or later with caliper brakes. These are used by Pashley on a model with hub brakes after their rod brake supply was exhausted. It must be noted the hub brakes work much better than rods.
Let me know if I can help.
Gilbert Anderson
The North Road Bicycle Company
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519 W. North St.
Raleigh, NC 27603
USA
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