A Late 70's Dawes Echelon Touring/Racing Bike.

A nice, clean and original classic Dawes touring/racing bike with Reynolds 531 frame.
The bike has had one owner from new. Dawes had a highly regarded reputation for quality hand built British bicycles. As you can see, this one is in very good condition for its age, with some nice age appropriate upgraded components. There are some small paint marks and minor decal and chrome wear. The frame is straight with no dents. Overall the paintwork is in very good condition in a very retro sky blue and white lug lining. There are lots more photo's in the Flickr link below.

Frame: 21" (53cm approx)
Centre Seat Post to Centre Handlebar Stem: 21 1/2" (55cm approx)
Stand Over Height: 31" (79cm approx)

Reynolds 531 Butted Frame
Tange Headset
Weinmann Brake Levers with Rubber Hoods (Some Scuffing),
Weinmann 610 Vainquer 999 Calipers
Shimano 600 Rear Derailleur
Shimano 600 Front Derailleur
Sakae Polished Alloy Crank
10 Speed
Pedals with Christophe Clips (no straps)
Dawes Engraved Handlebars
Iscasella Saddle
27" x 1 1/4" wheels Quick Release with Pelissier Large Flange hubs
(front wheel has been professionally rebuilt by Poyner Cycles with a Mavic rim)
Some chrome pitting to the QR levers
Mudguard Fixing Points
New Schwalbe Puncture Protect Tyres
New Shimano Chain

Ready to ride, but all vintage bicycles of this age will need regular maintenance and adjustments.
I'm clearing a collection of bikes due to downsized storage, so look out for other listings.

Cut and paste this link into your browser for lots more photos:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/62249235@N05/sets/72157629916095694/

I describe everything exactly as it is so you can bid with confidence but please study the photo's as well, and see my previous feedback.
Carriage will be £30, if you are in the Highlands or Ireland, message me your location for a carriage price.
The bike will be partly disassembled for delivery.
Collection is also welcome.

Any questions please send me a message