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Rob Smith
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: June 1, 2009
Strengths: Great frame geometry and setup for day tourer or commuter road bike.Weaknesses: As originally equipped, the component group was of lesser quality.Bottom Line: I got this bike new as a frame plus some parts, in exchange for labor back in 2001. The fork had been damaged in shipment, which I replaced. I built it using mostly high end Shimano components. It has been a wonderfully comfortable road bike and a great successor to my old Centurion. You can't touch a tourer like the R300 for anything close to its price today. It was probably the best "bang for the buck" in Raliegh USA's road lineup of the time.
Favorite Ride: North Branch Trail
Purchased At: Village Cycle Shoppe
Similar Products Used: Centurion LeMans (27" wheel)
Bike Setup: Crankset, Bottom Bracket and Front Derailleur: Ultegra Triple; Rear Derailleur and Chainwheel: Shimano XT; Shifters: Dura-Ace Bar Ends; Brakes: XT V-brakes with Dia-Compe levers; Wheelset: Custom Built CR18 36 Spoke Rims w/XT Hubs; Bars: Super Italia Pro-260; Seat: Terry Liberator
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mark mccauley
a Recreational Rider
from avon, ctDate Reviewed: February 8, 2003
Strengths: Low price, value. Comfortable.Weaknesses: discontinued. You will need to spend a lot more for comparable bike (Jamis Aurora, Bianchi San Remo).Bottom Line: Very comfortable bike that compliments my race bike (Raleigh R800/Ultegra). I purchased this from Ebay as a new bike for a great price. Light touring bicycles are out of favor, but they make excellent commuting bikes. The longer chainstays, bigger 28c tires, and higher stem make commuting a joy. The bike could be set up for full touring.
Favorite Ride: commuting to work
Price Paid:
$305.00
Purchased At: Ebay
Similar Products Used: raleigh r800
Bike Setup: stock with SKS fenders, kickstand, and a rear left pannier.
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Martyk
a Commuter
from Appleton, WIDate Reviewed: April 9, 2002
Strengths: Low cost roadbike, fits people who are average size, dependable standard components, strong frame, built in USA,Bottom Line: I ride in all kinds of weather--rain, snow, below freezing, at night, and hot days. I like the wider tires and compact frame design. I don't race, so I don't need a race quality bike with high end components. This bike is great for commuting.
Favorite Ride: Club rides and commuting to work
Price Paid:
$441.00
Purchased At: Recyclist
Similar Products Used: 1983 TREK model 400, rode for 19 years.
Bike Setup: This bike came with Sora Components, I added clipless pedals.
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