What happened Dawes Galaxy?
What happened Dawes Galaxy?
Bike maker Dawes has discontinued the classic Galaxy range of touring bikes, bringing to an end a model that has been a favourite of touring cyclists since its introduction in 1971.
How much does a Dawes Galaxy weight?
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| Frame | Dawes 6061 Hydro-Formed T6 Aluminium Frame, Double Butted |
|---|---|
| Seat Post | Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm x 350mm, 5mm Offset |
| Saddle | Dawes Comfort Touring saddle |
| Weight | 14.2kg |
| Accessories | Alloy Carrier with Strap, Chromoplastic Mudguards, Ping Bell |
What is the best touring bike?
Best touring bikes
- Genesis Tour de Fer 30 touring bike. Best set up straight out of the box.
- Surly Disc Trucker. Best for bombproof reliability.
- Kona Sutra All Road touring bike.
- Ridgeback Voyage.
- Trek 520 disc touring bike.
- Cube Travel Pro Trapeze touring bike.
- Salsa Marrakesh Brooks Touring bike.
What size is a large bike?
Choosing The Right Size Bike For You
| 13-14″ | X Small | 4′ 10″ – 5′ 2″ (148 – 158cm) |
| 15-16″ | Small | 5′ 2″ – 5′ 6″ (158 – 168cm) |
| 17-18″ | Medium | 5′ 6″ – 5′ 10″ (168 – 178cm) |
| 19-20″ | Large | 5′ 10″ – 6′ 1″ (178 – 185cm) |
| 21-22″ | X Large | 6′ 1″ – 6′ 4″ (185 – 193cm) |
Is Dawes Galaxy good?
Okay, it isn’t brilliant as a mountain bike, but as a commuting bike it excels; comfortable, weatherproof, it can carry all your shopping or clothes or laptop, and its not that slow either. The Galaxy touring bikes do come ready to ride. You won’t have to buy pedals, a rear rack, bottle cages or mudguards.
Is Dawes a good bike brand?
The proper Birmingham UK based Dawes may not make their bikes in the UK anymore but they are still designed in Birmingham and are good value, sturdy bikes which generally get very good reviews and are well specced for the money using decent components and a decently made frame.
What is the best bike to ride long distance?
To help you make the right choice, we have broken down your options into the three most suitable options.
- Mountain Bike with Front Suspension. A ‘hard tail mountain bike’ is the most versatile choice for any bike tour.
- Cyclocross or Touring Bike.
- Hybrid Bicycle.
How many miles a day can you ride a bike?
Typically, an average person can cycle between 56 to 60 miles (90 to 96 Kilometers) in a day. Give or take a few. That said, it’s worth repeating, in my opinion what matters more is the bike ride itself and not really how far you went in a day.
Is 18 inch frame large?
In very general terms, an 18-inch bicycle is best for someone just under six feet in height, but factors like inseam length and the differences between bike manufacturers can all influence the fit.
Where are Dawes bikes made?
England
Dawes Cycles is a bicycle manufacturer based in Castle Bromwich, England. Dawes produces a range of bikes including road, mountain bikes and tandems, but is best known for touring bikes, specifically the Galaxy and the Super Galaxy model lines.
When was the first Dawes Galaxy bike made?
With a legacy stretching back over 90 years, Dawes is a British success story, and the Galaxy has been the flagship bike since the 1960s. It was the very first dedicated touring bike in the UK.
How much is a Dawes Galaxy for sale?
These deals come but once in a blue moon, so when I found this Dawes Galaxy for sale at the same price, £50, I jumped in and decided that perhaps I’d found, with this most famous of British touring bikes, the replacement for the lost Touristique.. Surface Rust “Dawes are like Vauxhalls”
What are the specs of a 1980 Dawes Galaxy?
Specs 1 1980 Dawes Galaxy 2 59cm Centre – Top; 59cm Top Tube, C – C 3 Chainstay Length 46cm 4 Wheelbase 99cm 5 Headtube Angle 72 Degrees 6 Reynolds 531 Straight Gauge Main Tubes 7 10 Speed, 2 x 5 8 Suntour Compe Front Derailleur 9 Suntour VX Rear Derailleur 10 Suntour LD-1100 Shifters
What kind of brakes does Dawes Galaxy have?
This Galaxy Excel has full mudguard and pannier mounts, centre-pull Shimano BR-CX50 canti-lever brakes and 32mm tyres off the shelf, with plenty of clearance to spare, even beneath the mudguards.