I got a new bike from a swap with a friend. I missed my old Trek 8700, so I decided to build another retro mtb again. Hoping I don't go crazy with the parts changes on this one.
Frame:
1989 Giant Boulder ATX quad butted tubes
Fork/Headset:
Giant quad butted fork / Neco
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
IXF
Pedals:
Wellgo
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
11-36 HG-201 / 36t nw chainring / KMC X9
Derailleurs/Shifters:
XTR M951 / Deore LX 9s
Saddle/Seatpost:
Ariake Eiger / Kalloy Uno
Brakes:
Shimano STX / Moto levers
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Zac Rigida / XTR M900 / WTB Nano
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Zac Rigida / XTR M900 / WTB Nano
Accessories:
Countless zefal bottles, tiny rack for carrying tiny things (including my tiny giyo pump), and fenderless this time. Added a granny ring as a bail out option when the hills get too steep but so far haven't needed it yet.
More Info:
ok so the bike is actually a 17, but it feels small on me (?)
Apparently Giant retro mtbs have a shorter toptube than most of the other brands which is why it feels small. Might get an 18 if I find one for sale.
Bike History
Click a link below to see past stages of this bike.
Current Stage Info:
Rapid rise is actually nice (and no, I'm not trend riding). Relegated to rat bike status, this is its actual final form.
Added by joeythespaz. Last updated 16 days ago.
analogkid71 says:
Love the build. I didn't realize some of these old Giants were quad butted! Also, I can appreciate your gearing choice: it's almost identical to the 1x9 setup I just put on my 98 Gary Fisher Hoo Koo E Koo (11-36t x 36t).
Posted 16 days ago