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Raleigh UK will be launching a number of new and exclusive brands and products to its existing accessory range at Cycle ’08.
Of the new additions, Raleigh has taken on Reelight magnetic lighting and Pedalite are now exclusive to the distributor.
Others include:
Outland’s new range of saddles, consisting of titanium rail race saddles, Kevlar wrapped street saddles and a selection of comfort saddles with genuine leather and gel inserts.
RSP’s updated catalogue of lights, helmets and mudguards.
A hugely expanded Avenir range, which has stock solutions for clothing, saddles, car racks and baggage. Avenir claim to be the UK’s top selling car-rack brand and off the back of a huge increase in towball mounted carriers, the brand will launch the ‘Pisa’ – a lightweight aluminium rack with the capacity of up to three bikes.
German-brand, SKS has branched into colouring product, launching a white version of the Raceblade mudguard set. Additionally, the new Shockblade Vario front mudguard is fully adjustable backwards/forwards while also allowing vertical adjustment enabling mountain bikers to get that perfect fit on their bike.
Adding to the range of multi tools are the TOM 18 – 18 function mini tool with chain splitter and the TOM 14 – 14 function mini tool.
Vaude bring a fresh range of office-style bags to the Raleigh portfolio. All office bags come equipped with the new ‘QMR hooks’ (quick release fittings). This enables them to be attached to any bike quickly and easily. The back plate provides stability to the bag whilst also protecting the contents.
Incorporated into the designs are reflective elements to help keep you safe when you’re cycling at night. The bags are finished off with rain covers to protect things when the going gets wet.
Among other products to be seen are the Uvex, Selle Royal and Quad ranges.
Raleigh can be found on stand A1, which is directly in front of you as you enter Earl’s Court.
