SOLD: Thorn Club Tour 555S / 550S REDUCED!

[mills1983]

THORN Club Tour in fabulous order throughout.
One scratch, which is under a sticker on top tube, very light, possibly frame leaning against a wall, might even come out with T-Cut etc..
5 years old, used 6 months in first 2 years. Stored wrapped in blankets for 2 years by previous owner, then used in the summer of 2019 by me, for a short tour in France.

Pics here:
https://www.gumtree.com/p/bicycles/thorn-club-tour-bike-bicycle-touring-audax/1362202957
Tyres Gatorskin 32
Bar end shifters/two layers bar tape for comfort
Schmidt SON dynamo hub with front Edeluxe lamp/ rear lamps/ plus standby lamp/
Thorn chainset/ Shimano LX 27 speed with suitably low ratios for loaded camping/touring or even AUDAX
3 bottle cage/camp stove fuel mounts
Thorn rear and FRONT lo rider racks

£750 ONO

Bike is in Cardiff, can drive or meet somewhere if neccessary.


Any questions, please ask
Cheers,
Alun
NOT INCLUDED ARE THE FOLLOWING:- Brooks saddle (an alternate will be supplied, Bar bag fitment, spd pedals - flat ones provided if needed)
You will be very happy with this bike/bicycle/cycle.
IT is a 555S but this is NOW designated 550S on the THORN CLUB tour section of THORN CYCLES brochures .

[leftpoole]

Hello all,
This was my bike and I can assure prospective buyers that it is a very well built bike.
Regards,
John

[mills1983]

Thanks Jon! Hope you're well, Alun

[goldfinch]

Hi
Can you tell me if the frame size would suit someone 5ft 5ins ?
Thanks

[mills1983]

Hi, it's hard to say - I'm 5ft10 but the seat is quite high up. The standover height is 80cm (floor to top tube) and the top tube is approx 55cm. With a very short stem and seat lowered it might be just right. You're welcome to come and see it and have a test ride etc.. If you want any more pics or measurements just let me know. Cheers

[leftpoole]

Hi
Can you tell me if the frame size would suit someone 5ft 5ins ?
Thanks

I do not wish Alun to lose a potential sale, but as the previous owner I can tell you the bike would be too large. Informing you to save wasted journey etc

Best regards,
John

[mills1983]

I think you're probably right John!

[goldfinch]

Thanks for your replies. I am looking for a thorn touring bike. If you have any advice I would be pleased to hear from you. Thanks

[Petepne2]

That's a very nice bike and if John built it then it will be top notch.

[tyreon]

If goldfinch is still out there and is still interested in 'this' bike he might want to get in touch with me. I have the same bike with additional add ons. Its in good very good condition with additional add ons. Spec will vary from Johns. I think its about 10 years old. Blue. Same sizing. I'd have to go and check it all out. Reason for considering selling is I've grown older(with the accompanying relatives it brings)and I've an Orbit which doubles-up on the cycling I like to do...but don't do as much! It's a reluctant sale. But its one I am considering.

Come Spring it might go on Gumtree with pics. I'm sorta trying to figure a price I should ask: not giveaway,not crackers