Item IE LMOD 2412 - "The Giftbike" Raleigh Bicycle

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IE LMOD 2412

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"The Giftbike" Raleigh Bicycle

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  • Twentieth Century (Creation)

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metal, tire

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06/03/2025

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TI- Raleigh Team Bike originally owned by Stephen Roche

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      A TI-Raleigh team bicycle, red frame with Raleigh branding visible in yellow and white on the frame
      Stephen Roche used this bike to win the Rás Tailteann amateur stage race in 1979, he would go on to win the Giro d'Italia, Tour de France and World Championships all within a few months in 1987.
      The bike has never been sold rather it has been gifted to several people since it's original owner which has gained it the title of "Giftbike"

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