In 2000, Derby Cycle controlled Raleigh USA, Raleigh UK, Raleigh Canada, and Raleigh Ireland. In the latter three markets, Raleigh was the number-one manufacturer of bicycles. Derby Cycle began a series of divestitures, because of financial pressure and sold Sturmey-Archer’s kent electric bike factory site to the University of Nottingham and Sturmey-Archer and saddle manufacturer… Continue reading Residents take sides over Summit Avenue bike trail in St Paul