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10-23-22, 05:21 PM
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Posted By Cactus459

Bike shop logo

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10-10-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 256
Posted By Cactus459

Mavic M6 CD with Performance Hubs

Anyone know how I can get more information on the "Performance" hubs? Not finding much on the internet. Not original equipment for the bike (91 Rockhopper Comp). Thanks for any additional...
07-14-22, 04:08 PM
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Views: 134,160
Posted By Cactus459

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02-07-22, 09:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,768
Posted By Cactus459

I pulled out my manual caliber and I think the...

I pulled out my manual caliber and I think the inside diameter is 25.5mm and I outside diameter is 29mm
02-06-22, 11:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,768
Posted By Cactus459

Any chance you might remember the seatpost size?...

Any chance you might remember the seatpost size? My bike has a generic post that says 25.4 and feels a tad loose in the frame. Wondering if it might really be a 25.6?
02-05-22, 12:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,768
Posted By Cactus459

Love how the fork looks magenta! I haven't pulled...

Love how the fork looks magenta! I haven't pulled the fork to see if it was originally a different color. When looking at the patina I don't see any other color behind the green. To pull it off would...
02-05-22, 12:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,768
Posted By Cactus459

Love how the fork looks magenta! I haven't pulled...

Love how the fork looks magenta! I haven't pulled the fork to see if it was originally a different color. When looking at the patina I don't see any other color behind the green. To pull it off would...
02-05-22, 07:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,768
Posted By Cactus459

I kind of agree that it looks good, but I would...

I kind of agree that it looks good, but I would try to have it done professionally. I don't think it would cost too much.
02-05-22, 12:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,768
Posted By Cactus459

1988 Specialized Stumpjumper teal fork

So I picked up this 1988 Specialized Stumpjumper base model. I love the Miami Vice color scheme. I didn't realize till after I bought it that the fork is the wrong color. I am guessing either it was...
01-16-22, 10:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By Cactus459

Seems a waste of a good cassette, but I did see...

Seems a waste of a good cassette, but I did see Jeff from Worldwide Cyclery (YouTube), chopped off the 42t off a XX1 cassette because he is a weight wiennie. If I remember he wanted the gold drive...
01-16-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By Cactus459

I don't know what rear derailleur you are using...

I don't know what rear derailleur you are using but I have a 40/30 crankset with a 11-36 cassette using a XT 10-speed mountain bike rear derailleur.
I do know if you are able to install a 10-42 and...
01-06-22, 11:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,352
Posted By Cactus459

Your are right about the wrong year range on my...

Your are right about the wrong year range on my part, because I should have put late 86 or early 87....
I captured one of the pictures form Googling and drew a red circle around the part of the fork...
01-06-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,352
Posted By Cactus459

Just double checked mine is definitely 26"...

Just double checked mine is definitely 26" wheels
01-06-22, 08:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,352
Posted By Cactus459

Wow this is great information. Thank you. I am...

Wow this is great information. Thank you. I am leaning towards 1988 based on the date code KJ and one other small detail on the fork. When I Google the bike there is a couple of similar bikes in...
01-06-22, 07:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,352
Posted By Cactus459

Thanks you are correct Raleigh Mountain Tour...

Thanks you are correct Raleigh Mountain Tour Elkhorn
01-05-22, 10:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,352
Posted By Cactus459

1987-1988 Raleigh Mountain Tour Elkhorn?

So I picked up this Raleigh and it has full Deore 6 speed. Diffenetly a cool bike, needs some restoration. Looks mostly original. I am Googling as much as I can to figure out more about the bike....
Replies: 5
Views: 1,159
Posted By Cactus459

Unable to tell what you're stating, it has no...

Unable to tell what you're stating, it has no value because it is 26er with no suspension and has rust? I do understand it is in need of restoration. This bike is very rare beast, are you at all...
Replies: 5
Views: 1,159
Posted By Cactus459

I agree the stem is pulled up way too much. I...

I agree the stem is pulled up way too much. I purchased from a college student who just graduated. Guessing it sat out in the rain and other than maybe a little bit of chain lube wasn't shown any...
Replies: 5
Views: 1,159
Posted By Cactus459

1988 Raleigh Technium Carbon/Kevlar "The Vision"

1988 Raleigh Technium Carbon/Kevlar "The Vision"... It is in need of restoration. Full 6 speed XT except the front derailleur which is a newer Sram. I know little other than what I have listed. It is...
01-01-22, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,434
Posted By Cactus459

Serial number placement?

I have been told that what is etched into the bottom bracket is a postcode (Singapore)? I have looked all over the bike and haven't found any other numbers. Does anyone know where the serial number...
12-26-21, 11:56 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,099,355
Posted By Cactus459

1992 Specialized Stumpjumper + misc bikes

1992 Specialized Stumpjumper yellow
1992 Specialized Stumpjumper purple
1985 Specialized Stumpjumper Sport
1993 Trek 930 (ebike conversion)
1988 Fisher Montare XT
1992 Gary Fisher Sphinx (700c)...
12-24-21, 12:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,434
Posted By Cactus459

Serial number

I have not seen where the serial number is printed on the frame. There is a wierd number that looks like a previous owner marked maybe?...
12-23-21, 08:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,434
Posted By Cactus459

???? Raleigh Technium mountain bike

So I was able to save this vintage mountain bike from the landfill. Hopefully someone can give me some additional information about it. The bike has XT 6-speed shifters, XT drive train minus the...
08-27-21, 04:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,243
Posted By Cactus459

Gary Fisher and Klein press-in bottom bracket bearings

To Bike Bottom Bracket Conversion Adapter 1 Pair Bicycle Black Durable...
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08-11-21, 05:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Anyone have a lead one a stem adapter for1-1/4"...

Anyone have a lead one a stem adapter for1-1/4" threaded quill to 1-1/8" A-Headset adapter?
08-10-21, 05:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Well just got confirmation that the adapter is...

Well just got confirmation that the adapter is out of stock and got a refund. Any chance someone has any other leads?
08-10-21, 11:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

I purchased this adapter, hopefully it will allow...

I purchased this adapter, hopefully it will allow me to be able to fit the bike with comfortable stem and bars. Also couldn't find much selection for a drop bar that was flared.

I guess I will...
08-10-21, 10:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Which would you convert to Gravel?

I am currently trying to find a adapter that would let me use 1-1/8" stems but they haven't been made for years and currently searching eBay. I know that my older Trek has the same size fork as well...
08-10-21, 10:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Which would you convert to Gravel?

So you hit on something that is definitely different. The Rockhopper feels a bit big and the Sphinx feels a bit small. I ride a 58 in my road bike and a large frame in my current Stumpjumper.
...
08-09-21, 04:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Yes the Sphinx is the Evolution series with the 1...

Yes the Sphinx is the Evolution series with the 1 1/4" fork and the funky bottom bracket.
08-09-21, 02:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Which would you convert to Gravel?

Thanks for chiming in, what would you recommend in the brake department?
08-09-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Which would you convert to Gravel?

So has anyone even owned the Gary Fisher Sphinx? It is very hard to find much information on the bike. I mounted some Specialized 2.1 inch Ground Control tires, and the front is fine but the back is...
08-09-21, 02:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,212
Posted By Cactus459

Which bike should I convert to Gravel?

So I am wanting to try converting an old mountain bike to a gravel bike. Some of my concerns include reach because going to gravel bars from flat will effect handling, and the second big concern is...
Forum: Commuting
07-23-21, 11:54 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,437
Posted By Cactus459

Just wanted to point out that I used to enjoy the...

Just wanted to point out that I used to enjoy the bike paths in my area, but I avoid them now because of the homeless population living along the river on my 24 mile commute to work. I now prefer to...
07-22-21, 01:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,516
Posted By Cactus459

Pictures

Sorry not an option for Noobie.
07-21-21, 04:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,516
Posted By Cactus459

How much money

That is the best part about all this, I kept all the original parts. I would still need to get new tires and maybe tubes. Otherwise I would just pull it all apart regreese everything and possibly...
07-21-21, 04:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,516
Posted By Cactus459

Wall hanger

I have multiple bikes to choose from when I want to go out and ride. I realized I still had my first mountain bike in storage and wanted to breathe some life back into it. I have all the original...
07-21-21, 02:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,516
Posted By Cactus459

Pulled from storage

I have several better bikes, but I think if it were hanging on the wall in my garage I would have to pull it off and ride it. If just for nostalgic reasons.
07-21-21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,516
Posted By Cactus459

All Original or Period Correct

I have a bike that I started mountain biking on in the early 90's. I upgraded a couple of parts like the stem and seat, was wondering if I pull it out off storage and restore it should I try and put...
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