Raleigh Stow--E--Way Folding 7-Speed 20" Wheel Alloy Bike - Blue (Damaged)

The Raleigh Stow-E-Way is a British-made aluminium folding bike designed for practical urban commuting and leisure riding where portability matters. Built on Raleigh's traditional approach to construction, the frame uses AL6061 aluminium alloy with a folding stem and integrated folding pedals, allowing the whole bike to collapse into a compact package for storage or transport. The 20-inch wheels paired with the aluminium frame keep the bike relatively light and manoeuvrable in tight spaces, making it suited to commuters who need to mix cycling with public transport or store their bike indoors.

The bike runs a 7-speed drivetrain with a Shimano Revoshift twist shifter on the front and an Altus rear derailleur working through a 14-34T freewheel, giving a practical range for moderate hills and flat urban terrain. The KMC chain is standard spec for this type of bike, and the whole groupset is straightforward to maintain without specialist knowledge. V-brakes front and rear offer reliable stopping power in dry conditions and are easy to adjust if needed. The double-wall 36-hole rims on both wheels are built for durability rather than speed, which suits the kind of everyday riding this bike handles.

Day to day, the Stow-E-Way works well for short journeys around town. The upright riding position from the Raleigh straight bar handlebar gives good visibility in traffic, and the integrated rear carrier means you can load shopping or a small bag without needing extra racks. The Kenda K841 tyres are reflective-sided and reasonably grippy on tarmac. Matt black thermoplastic mudguards come as standard, so the bike is ready for wet weather without adding accessories. The Raleigh saddle and Velo Comfort grips are designed for casual, upright riding rather than long distances.

This folding bike suits commuters working in small offices or taking bikes onto trains regularly, or anyone who needs to store a bike in a flat without much room. Riders tackling steep hills regularly might want more gears, and those covering longer distances on mixed terrain will find the smaller wheels require more effort to maintain pace. For straightforward urban commuting where the ability to fold and carry the bike matters as much as the riding itself, the Stow-E-Way is built to do the job. Please note this item has a broken folding stand and scratches on the wheels.