Looking for a one-of-a-kind ride that blends vintage craftsmanship with modern reliability — and makes a real social impact? This beautifully rebuilt late-70s Carlton Courette Mixte is a true head-turner, designed for smooth, stylish city riding or relaxed touring.
Crafted from legendary Reynolds 531 steel tubing and reimagined with high-quality components inspired by TokyoBike and Rivendell, this is more than just a bike — it’s a rolling statement.
🔧 Build Highlights:
Frame: 51cm Reynolds 531 Mixte (late 70s Carlton Courette)
Headset: Tange Seiki cartridge
Cockpit: Nitto quill stem + Nitto B483AA touring bars (510mm)
Saddle: Brooks B67 sprung leather saddle in honey brown
Gearing: Shimano 8-speed (39/22 chainset, 11-34t cassette)
Brakes: Tektro R559 long-drop calipers with polished FL750 levers
Wheelset: Restored DX hubs on Belgian Alesa rims
Tyres: Michelin World Tour tan wall 700x37c
Every part has been lovingly restored or hand-selected by our workshop team to deliver timeless style and everyday reliability.
Why it matters:
This bike sale helps fund The Liberation Cycle — a charitable project providing safe, high-quality bikes to people living with serious illness or on low incomes. Your purchase directly supports our mission to make cycling accessible to everyone in Cambridge and beyond.
Test rides welcome. Local delivery possible.
Drop us a message to find out more — and ride with purpose.
