2004 Raleigh Retroglide XT

I always liked classic beach cruisers.  For years I rode a steel "Sears Free Spirit Catalina" dressed up as a Coca Cola cruiser.  The Raleigh bike takes it even further with its deep metallic red paint and its matching fenders.  The frame is aluminum, so the larger diameter tubes give it a burly, strong look.  Charlotte is a hilly city, so I converted it from a 7 speed to a 24 speed, along with much nicer wheels and a suspension seatpost.

Component Highlights

  • Deore XT Thumbshifters and Rear Derailleurs
  • Deore DX Front Derailleur
  • Deore LX crank w/ UN-72 BB and Tru-Vative adaptor
  • Engagement Ring Chainrings 44/34/24
  • Specialized Body Geometry saddle
  • Alloy "Barefoot" pedals
  • XT HG cassette - SRAM PC-58 chain