Gary F.’s ’80s Raleigh Marathon

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Friday’s post has turned into Sunday’s post. This is a mid ’80s Raleigh Marathon sent in by Gary F. in Northwest Ohio.

Raleigh Marathon

Raleigh Marathon

After seeing my nephew post some pics of some of his 10 speeds, I decided to post one that I just bought. During the Longest Garage Sale in the World, the Route 127 garage sale, I came across this Raleigh “Marathon” 12 speed. My nephew said it was from the Mid 80’s. This thing I don’t think was hardly rode. Still had the original Raleigh Tires on it, with little to no tread loss. I purchased this for $30 with no regrets. It rides pretty nice, considering this is the first ten speed I have rode in 26 years. Thanks OTSG and all enthusiasts for all the great pics that are submitted. Brings back lots of memories.

Thanks Gary

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  • Steve

    I love those old Raleighs. I still ride the Grand Prix my folks bought for me in 1981 after a friend crashed and wrecked my Bottecchia.
    The lighter-colored head tube seems to be a theme for Raleigh, and it really sets off the size on these ‘Gentle Giants.’ My GP is a 27.5 inch frame!

  • Hugh

    Wow that Marathon looks to be 100% original.I would love to get my hands on that bike.I`m think`n natural
    color cork tape. A light brown brooks saddle.A new set of Kenda Gum-Walls. And a ride around the lake on a beautiful fall day. Congrats on the great find!

  • Dave

    Had this bike. Still my favorite. Logged so many miles on it and loved every minute of it. Still miss it to this day. Felt like Dave Stohler from Breaking Away on this thing.