Hey, folks. A Raleigh Rapide followed me home tonight. The bike itself is nothing special. Made in Taiwan - probably early 80s following the Huffy buy out. But this one has a bit of a history that I thought some of you might enjoy.
It was purchased locally (Camp Hill, PA) and delivered to the original owner still in the box. It was then stored at his place of business, stashed away in the warehouse waiting to be assembled. 20-something years later, still in the box, it was donated to a local bicycle charity. Tonight it was entrusted to me. Not sure what I'm going to do with it just yet. I'll probably build it up and either try to sell it, passing the funds along to the charity, or maybe I'll keep it and make the donation myself. Decisions, decisions.......
Anyway, here are some photos. Quick and dirty, nothing artistic.
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I'd be interested in your thoughts. Thanks a bunch!
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Scott Loveless
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, USA
http://www.twosixteen.com/