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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Anyone ever try to do a lightweight Multitrack...

Anyone ever try to do a lightweight Multitrack build? Still with gears, just with lightweight parts.

Under 22 lbs. would be sweet - feasible? Someone above posted their 1x drop bar conversion...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-22-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

I had a 1990 Multitrack 750 (posted years back in...

I had a 1990 Multitrack 750 (posted years back in this thread) that I unfortunately had to retire due to an ovalized head tube. The local MTB trails by my house were just a bit too much for it,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-06-21, 09:36 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Lugged Multitrack frames can fit up to 48mm tires...

Lugged Multitrack frames can fit up to 48mm tires I believe. I am running 43mm GravelKings on my 1990 750 21" frame with no issues.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-21, 11:54 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,128,048
Posted By c0rbin9

Any thoughts on early vs. late rigid MTB...

Any thoughts on early vs. late rigid MTB geometry? The shift to more aggressive angles came about in 1987 or so, when you started seeing bikes built for racing with really long top tubes. At first...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-27-21, 07:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,793
Posted By c0rbin9

I'm sorry, but why do all this work to a...

I'm sorry, but why do all this work to a Hardrock? Surely would be better to be patient and find a Stumpjumper... big difference in the frames.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-21, 11:03 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Anyone have problems with ovalized head tubes? I...

Anyone have problems with ovalized head tubes? I took my lugged 750 on what I thought were pretty mild trails and ended up with an ovalized head tube anyway. Maybe should have installed a new headset...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,777
Posted By c0rbin9

This thread needs more steel: ...

This thread needs more steel:

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0281/3004/products/Screen_Shot_2018-05-21_at_4.21.20_PM_1024x1024.png?v=1571439389...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-11-20, 09:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,499
Posted By c0rbin9

I settled on a '91 Multitrack 750 as my...

I settled on a '91 Multitrack 750 as my do-everything bike and I love it. It's a piece of American manufacturing history with its double-butted TruTemper steel, frame, and wheels all made in the USA....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-20, 06:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,347
Posted By c0rbin9

Cool, the reason I replaced mine was because it...

Cool, the reason I replaced mine was because it had play in it no matter how much I adjusted.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Found it, its 26.4. Measured by a bike shop and...

Found it, its 26.4. Measured by a bike shop and engraved on the steerer tube. Thanks all.

If anyone is needs this info, the 1990 Trek Multitrack 750 takes a 1" threaded headset with 26.4 (ISO)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-20, 04:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,347
Posted By c0rbin9

Thanks for replies, looks like the problem is...

Thanks for replies, looks like the problem is solved though. I called the shop the bike is at and they measured the crown race, and it is 26.4. This number is also engraved on the steerer tube.

If...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,347
Posted By c0rbin9

1" 26.4mm (ISO) vs 1" 27mm (JIS) Headset for 1990 Trek Multitrack 750

Does anyone know DEFINITIVELY which headset the 1990 Trek 750 Multitrack takes? I have heard both answers and have no idea which is correct and am not able to measure the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,259
Posted By c0rbin9

On a side note, does anyone know what headset the...

On a side note, does anyone know what headset the 1990 Trek Multitrack 750 takes? I know it's 1" threaded but not sure if 26.4" ISO or 27" JIS.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,259
Posted By c0rbin9

Ask and ye shall receive: ...

Ask and ye shall receive:


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20200421_190335800_0eb4672954892474417d0a0956ec657256efb48c.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-20, 12:17 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Anyone else?

Anyone else?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,259
Posted By c0rbin9

To update this thread, I ended up with a lugged...

To update this thread, I ended up with a lugged Trek Multitrack 750 and I'm loving it. Still curious to try a vintage mountain bike though.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-20, 11:58 AM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Does anyone know definitively what headset size...

Does anyone know definitively what headset size is used for a 1990 Trek Multitrack 750? I know it's a 1" threaded, but not sure if it's the 26.4mm variety (ISO?) or the 27mm variety (JIS?). Searched...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-20, 11:05 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,556
Posted By c0rbin9

Miyata = quality

Miyata = quality
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-20, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,590
Posted By c0rbin9

Lower your tire pressure. 38mm should be plenty...

Lower your tire pressure. 38mm should be plenty comfy.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-20, 06:08 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

There is a lugged 19" Multitrack 750 as part of a...

There is a lugged 19" Multitrack 750 as part of a lot of bicycles in Galveston, TX on Facebook marketplace. Asking $25
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-20, 12:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,248
Posted By c0rbin9

The market disagrees with you, even if it's for...

The market disagrees with you, even if it's for trivial reasons.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-20, 12:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,248
Posted By c0rbin9

TripleCross is a better frame, no? Fully...

TripleCross is a better frame, no? Fully double-butted Japanese-made vs straight-gauge probably Taiwan-made of the Specialized?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-20, 04:29 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,149,378
Posted By c0rbin9

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/71335450...

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/713354506132934/

^ Trek Multitrack 750 hidden in a lot of bikes. Components have some rust and will definitely need new consumables but frame looks good....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-20, 03:45 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,149,378
Posted By c0rbin9

I'm looking for a lugged steel Trek Singletrack...

I'm looking for a lugged steel Trek Singletrack 950 (or 970, 990) with the oversized tubing (so 1991-1993) in 18" or 20", any condition is fine.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-30-20, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

The frame will fit up to 47mm tires I believe,...

The frame will fit up to 47mm tires I believe, it's the rims I'm worried about.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-30-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

^ Yep, that's the one. It was a 21" 1990 750 in...

^ Yep, that's the one. It was a 21" 1990 750 in Intense Blue. It was listed at $425 + shipping when it sold so I bet the seller is happy.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-20, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Who picked up the 1990 blue 750 on eBay? Looked...

Who picked up the 1990 blue 750 on eBay? Looked to be in great shape!

Does anyone know the widest tires that will fit on the stock Matrix Titan II rims that came on my 1990 750? I'm hoping to fit...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-25-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,706
Posted By c0rbin9

This. Though the OP seems to be interested in...

This. Though the OP seems to be interested in steel bikes, high-end models of which with lightweight double-butted steel would include Trek Multitrack series, Schwinn Crosscut/Crosspoint, Miyata...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-20, 03:36 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,932
Posted By c0rbin9

Yep, there weren't many manufacturers making...

Yep, there weren't many manufacturers making frames in the US out of American-made steel, Treks and Schwinns (I have a Chicago-built Breeze myself) are historical artifacts in this country.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-20, 11:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,502
Posted By c0rbin9

Definitely worth posting, early 90s hybrids are...

Definitely worth posting, early 90s hybrids are near-ideal do-everything bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-20, 07:14 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 673,932
Posted By c0rbin9

This is my recently acquired 1990 Trek Multitrack...

This is my recently acquired 1990 Trek Multitrack 750. Only problem is it's too minty and I don't want to ride it.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-20, 07:53 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Is the black tape to make the bike less...

Is the black tape to make the bike less conspicuous to thieves?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 25,362
Posted By c0rbin9

Damn, I thought there actually might be some good...

Damn, I thought there actually might be some good info in this thread about the subtle differences between the two.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-16-20, 12:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,537
Posted By c0rbin9

Any thoughts on this? This would have been a...

Any thoughts on this? This would have been a pretty interesting comparo back in the day.

Tange Prestige vs. True Temper OX III
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-20, 04:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,134
Posted By c0rbin9

Just tie it to the trailer hitch and drag it...

Just tie it to the trailer hitch and drag it behind. Don't want to scratch the bed.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-12-20, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,537
Posted By c0rbin9

bump

bump
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-20, 09:57 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

No pictures but I raised the bar and adjusted the...

No pictures but I raised the bar and adjusted the brake cable as katsup mentioned. I adjusted it to the max height line on the stem, which is still low for me but I don't care enough to change it and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-20, 09:50 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 9,934
Posted By c0rbin9

Where I live we have a lot of mobile bike...

Where I live we have a lot of mobile bike mechanics that will come to you. The prices tend to be lower than an LBS, they have no problem installing customer-supplied parts, and I dare say they...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-10-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Thanks for the reply. I may just go with the...

Thanks for the reply. I may just go with the basic Jagwire cable I found on Amazon, as it is compatible. I'm new to this so wasn't sure if regular 4mm shift cable housing would be compatible but it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-10-20, 02:53 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Has anyone had success finding shift cables for...

Has anyone had success finding shift cables for the Suntour XCM Accushift shifters some of these came with? The shifters take a cable with a special end piece, I've only been able to find one on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-20, 11:17 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 10,432
Posted By c0rbin9

Not selling my Trek Multitrack 750 anytime soon.

Not selling my Trek Multitrack 750 anytime soon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-20, 09:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,549
Posted By c0rbin9

I have heard this but don't quite understand it...

I have heard this but don't quite understand it because wouldn't it mean that a giant fat tire at low pressure has the same rolling resistance as a skinny tire at high pressure? And if so, why would...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-05-20, 12:11 AM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

Does anyone take their Multitrack on mountain...

Does anyone take their Multitrack on mountain bike trails? I discovered that there are some excellent singletrack trails near my house, nothing too gnarly, but I would rather not take it there if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-20, 11:31 PM
Replies: 580
Views: 181,235
Posted By c0rbin9

Anyone know standover height or sizing on these?...

Anyone know standover height or sizing on these? I'm 5'11" 32.5" book-measured inseam and thinking 20"?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-20, 10:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,524
Posted By c0rbin9

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF0PYQ8IOL4 ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF0PYQ8IOL4

Finally, a topical place to post this video.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-20, 10:20 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,149,378
Posted By c0rbin9

1991 21" White Schwinn Crosscut on FB Marketplace...

1991 21" White Schwinn Crosscut on FB Marketplace San Antonio. Excellent lugged steel early 90s hybrid, a bike style you can't buy at your LBS.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-20, 04:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,980
Posted By c0rbin9

Always amazes me how well Schwinn chrome shines...

Always amazes me how well Schwinn chrome shines up.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,070
Posted By c0rbin9

Or an early 90s lugged steel frame hybrid....

Or an early 90s lugged steel frame hybrid. $100-$250 can get you a Schwinn Crosscut or Trek Multitrack 750 that needs a bit of work and you'll have a nicer bike than a brand new entry level aluminum...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-20, 02:07 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,144
Posted By c0rbin9

Broadly speaking, exercises that are extreme in...

Broadly speaking, exercises that are extreme in intensity or duration, and exercises that use machines to isolate certain muscles rather than working the natural range of motion. Competitive road...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-24-20, 09:35 PM
Replies: 1,098
Views: 414,013
Posted By c0rbin9

So it is adjustable, I guess that's one advantage...

So it is adjustable, I guess that's one advantage of a quill stem vs threadless. Thanks for the tips about the brake cable.
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