A Bicycle Maintenance Project based in Corsham, Wiltshire

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Bicycle Renovation

We are currently renovating old bicycles that have either been rescued or bought.

Ladies Raleigh Classic

The following images are of a current project to rebuild a pre war Ladies Raleigh. It was in very poor condition when we got it. It had a broken front wheel axle and was covered in grime. The grime has now been removed and the frame painted. A new Brooks saddle has been added. There are some problems with the Sturmey Archer 3 speed which requires more work.

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It was in a poor state when we found it in a garage.

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Finished Bike has been repainted.

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It also has a traditional Brooks Saddle with springs.

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Original 3 speed changer before restoration.

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Original 3 speed changer cleaned.

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A nice chainset with the Raleigh Insignia.

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Now cleaned you can see the Raleigh Bird's eyes.

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There was an unbelievable amount of grime.

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The grime has now been removed.

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A view of the finished wheel which how has new tyres.

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A view of the finished Rear brakes.