John Siemsen wrote:
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> I've only seen a couple of these. A friend who was quite active in bikes during this era said this RAA was only made in 73-74. His lore was Raleigh was pieved at Campagnolo and maybe Italy, thus the RAA with all the French going on, Nervex lugs, Stronglight, Huret, etc. It's at or just below the Pro level, not really a substitute for an International.
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> Yours is sure nice, absolutely love the paint scheme.
What I've heard from more than one source:
This was during the "bike boom" when there was a shortage of Campagnolo parts so Raleigh made do by going to Plan B parts mix. Beautiful, unusual and collectable bike!
Chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, CA
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