Aaron, that’s a 1955 Huffy Sportsman, made by Raleigh at their Nottingham works. It’s basically a Raleigh Sports model, but branded for Huffy. Restored from very bad condition. Until recently it was my daily rider, but it needs some hub work at the moment.
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Very well said, Thom!
(: .. i always feel like i’m offending my bike when i lay it sideways on a field
Ha! Funny. What kind of bike you riding there?
Yes!
Love it!
Aaron, that’s a 1955 Huffy Sportsman, made by Raleigh at their Nottingham works. It’s basically a Raleigh Sports model, but branded for Huffy. Restored from very bad condition. Until recently it was my daily rider, but it needs some hub work at the moment.
You gave me my morning chuckle.
Thanks
Don
Sacramento, California
Fantastic quote mate, nailed the relationship I have with my bike in 1 sentence.