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A relaxed and stylish commuting bike with
Ride & handling: A
Quite a few bikes bring a smile to our faces,
A relaxed commute along a canal towpath
On hillier routes, the Raleigh coasted the
Frame: Aluminium chassis combines classy looks with practicality
At the heart of the Raleigh’s ride is the all-aluminium frame,
All fittings needed to accommodate a full set of panniers, mudguards and two bottle cages are present if needed. Clearances are adequate for
The all-black finish had a pleasing sheen
Equipment: Hub gears and hydraulic brakes are low
A single chainring drives a Shimano Alfine
While Raleigh
The swept-back handlebars and firm grips
Despite a few niggles, the Pioneer was a
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