New Test Bike: 2008 Raleigh Sojourn
Posted: February 1st, 2008 by Justin SteinerDrum roll please…
There you have it, sneak peak of my newest test bike. Have to say I’m really looking forward to this one. The Sojourn is a really striking bicycle. The off-white (technically “sand”) with with no decals, save the top tube protector, and leather bar tape and saddle make for a sharp look.
Shot of the studio.
Nice Badge.
Nice wide WTB bars with Brooks leather tape and Brooks aged saddle.
Rode her home last night for the maiden voyage. Still have some fit work to do, but otherwise the Sojourn feels pretty good right out of the box. Time will tell…
Justin
February 2nd, 2008 at 2:46 pm
Had to double take here. This bike is built up allmost identically to my Riv Bleriot. See at:
http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc269-jaycherieguerin0307.html
February 4th, 2008 at 12:27 pm
This was one of the models we borrowed from Raleigh to get around Las Vegas during Interbike, and Andy and I got to ride this one. It seems like a “real” touring bike right out of the box.
February 5th, 2008 at 1:42 am
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February 6th, 2008 at 11:30 pm
So, how do you like the anatomical dirt drops?
-Rob.
February 8th, 2008 at 11:23 am
The WTB Dirt Drops are one of the better handlebars I’ve found. Like just about anything else, they have their ups and downs. I’m certainly happy Raleigh chose to spec the Sojourn with the Dirt Drop. Read my full review from issue #130 here: http://www.dirtragmag.com/print/article.php?ID=900&category=stuff_reviews
Justin
April 24th, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Justin,
I love the look of this bike, and will be commuting 12 miles each way on rough roads starting next month (after a cross-counutry move). I haven’t been able to see one of these in the flesh yet. Couple of questions – How much does it weigh, and how are the bar-end shifters to use? I’ve never ridden with them.
Jim W.
April 25th, 2008 at 4:05 am
Justin,
I apologize! I saw the other blog on your wreck a while back (Lucky Days and Car Accidents… Posted: March 18th, 2008 by Justin), but didn’t make the connection with the Sojourn. I’m glad you’re all right!
Jim W.
September 18th, 2008 at 7:59 pm
Well Product Tester,… you’ve ridden it a few months now. What’s the final verdict???