Ken, that is definitely what I mean by "racy." Sorry for the odd terminology! I'm tending toward an all-day bike. As one of the other responders said, I should watch for an International. One of my bikes is short wheelbase, but very stable due to the trail which is around 6 cm.
Thanks for the response!!!
Ken Freeman Ann Arbor, MI Getting warmer!!!
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From: Huemax@aol.com [mailto:Huemax@aol.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2005 9:28 AM To: freesound@comcast.net; classicrendezvous@bikelist.org Subject: Re: [CR]Raleigh Pro Questions
In a message dated 3/15/05 8:38:11 AM, freesound@comcast.net writes:
I'm looking at a 55 cm '73 Raleigh Pro frame. How do they ride and steer? I'm not interested in too "racy."
Hi Ken,
I have a few Raleigh Pro's, 71 Limited Edition, 73 Pro, and 75(?). All are what called "fast" quick responsive ride, short wheel base and relatively unstable.
BTW, what you described "racy" means that the geometry is short W.B., the steep headangle, and less fork offset(rake)??
Best Regards,
KEN TODA, High Point, NC, beautiful day in 60's