WTB: Early to Mid 90s Mountain Bikes

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10-12-2023, 08:55 AM
Mazderati

WTB: Early to Mid 90s Mountain Bikes

I'm on the lookout for early to mid 90s mountain bikes in largely original condition. Larger frame sizes. Higher specs preferred (XT, XTR).

I have a soft spot for Cannondales and would love to find an original F1000 from 1995 or 1996. Bonus if it's the original polished finish.

Also on the lookout for:
Barracuda - A2X, A2T, Comp, XX Team
Klein - Adroit, Attitude
GT - Zaskar LE, LTS, RTS
Schwinn - Any of the Homegrown line
Dean - Any of the full suspension bikes
Tioga - tension discs
Spinergy - Rev wheels
10-12-2023, 09:37 AM
EWG

I have a Rocky Mountain Element frame hanging in my garage. I think its more like late 90s. The one that was white and red with red maple leafs in the fade. Lemme know if interested.
10-12-2023, 10:49 AM
Duffman

Had both an F700 Cannondale headstock and a bright red Schwinn Homegrown hardtail at one point when I was a shop rat around 94-96. Good luck with the search !
10-12-2023, 11:30 AM
Mazderati

Quote:

Originally Posted by EWG

I have a Rocky Mountain Element frame hanging in my garage. I think its more like late 90s. The one that was white and red with red maple leaves in the fade. Lemme know if interested.

This one?

https://www.mtbr.com/attachments/16-...ide-jpg.55978/

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Originally Posted by Duffman

Had both an F700 Cannondale headstock and a bright red Schwinn Homegrown hardtail at one point when I was a shop rat around 94-96. Good luck with the search !

Nice! I still have the F700 I bought new in 1995. That's the origin of the fandom. The Homegrowns are such cool bikes.
10-12-2023, 12:16 PM
Duffman

I just looked , it was this bad boy....

https://bonustomato.com/models/1997-...ardtail-lxt-ht

Peep that 73deg head angle. No wonder I looked like superman OTB more than few.times.
10-12-2023, 12:33 PM
EWG

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mazderati

This one?

https://www.mtbr.com/attachments/16-...ide-jpg.55978/

Nice! I still have the F700 I bought new in 1995. That's the origin of the fandom. The Homegrowns are such cool bikes.

Yup. That’s the one.
10-12-2023, 12:58 PM
Mazderati

EWG, that thing looks rad. There were not any Rocky Mountain dealers in my area so I had to admire in magazines.

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Originally Posted by Duffman

I just looked , it was this bad boy....

https://bonustomato.com/models/1997-...ardtail-lxt-ht

Peep that 73deg head angle. No wonder I looked like superman OTB more than few.times.

Nice. The highly varied attempts to figure out what worked and what didn't is part of what makes this era great. Marin Manitou, anyone?
10-12-2023, 01:09 PM
jmedslc

Ooh cool thread and some nice bikes. I still have a Kona Hot steel hard tail from the 90s!
10-12-2023, 01:17 PM
Djongo Unchained

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I have a 1997 Diamond Back Racing V link Pro. It was Steve Romeo's, for you Teton AT followers Bitd.

Hanging in the rafters. Tuned up by Rideit a coupla years ago.

Carbon frame with xt/xtr and a cane creek shock, maybe a marzocchi up front. Looks like this one...

Attachment 472503
10-12-2023, 01:26 PM
Mazderati

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Originally Posted by jmedslc

Ooh cool thread and some nice bikes. I still have a Kona Hot steel hard tail from the 90s!

Pics! Another brand I didn't get to see in person at the time. Same for Ironhorse.

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Originally Posted by Djongo Unchained

I have a 1997 Diamond Back Racing V link Pro. It was Steve Romeo's, for you Teton AT followers Bitd.

Hanging in the rafters. Tuned up by Rideit a coupla years ago.

Carbon frame with xt/xtr and a cane creek shock, maybe a marzocchi up front. Looks like this one...

Nice. Any idea if Diamondback actually built the frame?
10-12-2023, 02:28 PM
Djongo Unchained

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Originally Posted by Mazderati

Nice. Any idea if Diamondback actually built the frame?

No idea, really, but I'd think yes as it's pretty early in their full blown mtb production. Maybe 1993 at the earliest. BMX prior.
10-12-2023, 02:56 PM
bennymac

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...5853baeec7.jpg

This is in my storage locker. Will bring it back out in 2035 for the local show and shine. Newer than the 90s vintage but was my dream bike when I bought it.
10-12-2023, 03:28 PM
EWG

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Originally Posted by bennymac

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...5853baeec7.jpg

This is in my storage locker. Will bring it back out in 2035 for the local show and shine. Newer than the 90s vintage but was my dream bike when I bought it.

Helluva component spec on that. They were rocket ships. Also they kinda steered like rocket ships.
10-12-2023, 03:49 PM
Joey Joe Joe Junior Shabadoo

I've got 94' Yo Eddy in the green-blue fade with the original fork. The frame definitely has some dings and it's medium size, or maybe even small/medium. I thought about building it out for my daughters but they are already almost too tall for it. I may still have the original Cook Brothers cranks laying around somewhere too.
10-12-2023, 05:09 PM
grskier

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Originally Posted by Joey Joe Joe Junior Shabadoo

I've got 94' Yo Eddy in the green-blue fade with the original fork. The frame definitely has some dings and it's medium size, or maybe even small/medium. I thought about building it out for my daughters but they are already almost too tall for it. I may still have the original Cook Brothers cranks laying around somewhere too.

If I lived anywhere near town I'd build that up in a second as a townie/rio grande bike.
10-12-2023, 05:22 PM
basinbeater

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93 fat chance titanium. Full xt (except crankset) mag21 in good shape. Syncros stem and seatpost.
Not for sale, but wanted to share the old stuff...Attachment 472538
10-12-2023, 05:24 PM
skaredshtles

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Originally Posted by basinbeater

<snip> mag21 in good shape.

How is this even possible? :confused:
10-12-2023, 05:26 PM
basinbeater

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I am considering selling a 97 independent fabrication deluxe. Reynolds 853 tubing. I just don't ride it enough...
Now has a fox float 32 on it. I am 6'1" and it fits me nicely.Attachment 472539
10-12-2023, 05:32 PM
basinbeater

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Originally Posted by skaredshtles

How is this even possible? :confused:

I can't remember where I got this fork, but I've had it a while. it still holds air well, damping is smooth, and it's 1" threaded. Everything you could want in a vintage suspension fork.
10-12-2023, 05:46 PM
bennymac

Quote:

Originally Posted by EWG

Helluva component spec on that. They were rocket ships. Also they kinda steered like rocket ships.

I think the handlebars are half the width of what we would ride currently :)

I was stoked to have the race face cranks on there - always lusted over them. I lost some of my innocence when the carbon fiber stickers started to peel off.
10-12-2023, 06:13 PM
singlecross

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I’ve got an Ibis Szazbo that I could part with. All XT build and everything works as designed.

Attachment 472549
Also still ride my Amplifier ( too small for you )

Attachment 472550
Nishiki Ariel that I roll singlespeed.

Attachment 472552
Moots ybb that I’ll never sell.

Old bike Kooks unite!
10-12-2023, 06:21 PM
bennymac

Wow some real nice ones!
10-12-2023, 06:23 PM
basinbeater

I had one of those old Amps. Loved it. Frame cracked at the head tube. I had a couple of those a.p.linkage forks as well, and other than needing frequent pivot rebuilds, I really liked them.
10-12-2023, 06:36 PM
Djongo Unchained

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Originally Posted by singlecross

Attachment 472548
I’ve got an Ibis Szazbo that I could part with. All XT build and everything works as designed.

Old bike Kooks unite!

Interesting, I just finished a job where the owner was moving stuff out of storage and he too has an Ibis Szazbo in olive drab green.

Thot about offering him some work in trade...
10-12-2023, 07:08 PM
singlecross

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Originally Posted by Djongo Unchained

Interesting, I just finished a job where the owner was moving stuff out of storage and he too has an Ibis Szazbo in olive drab green.

Thot about offering him some work in trade...

It’s a cushy ride, especially when you just want to sit down and pedal over stuff.
10-12-2023, 07:30 PM
joetron

WTB: Early to Mid 90s Mountain Bikes

Quote:

Originally Posted by singlecross

It’s a cushy ride, especially when you just want to sit down and pedal over stuff.

Yep, b/c thats really the only time that suspension moves!

Mazderati, I may have some stuff at the shop I’d be willing to move on to a good home. I’ll check the attic, I’ve kinda lost track of what’s up there. For sure a couple of bass boat Schwinn Sweet Spots. Any interest in a C-Dale Raven? [emoji23]
We see a fair amount of Barracuda stuff as well, I’ll keep an eye out

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10-12-2023, 07:35 PM
SumJongGuy

I've got this under a tarp in the back yard. Might still be OK. Haven't unwrapped it in awhile.... One of these days I'm gonna clean it up and ride it again.

https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net...yA&oe=65501540
10-13-2023, 07:59 AM
Mazderati

Quote:

Originally Posted by bennymac

This is in my storage locker. Will bring it back out in 2035 for the local show and shine. Newer than the 90s vintage but was my dream bike when I bought it.

Really nice. The paint fade is cooler every time I look at it.

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Originally Posted by Joey Joe Joe Junior Shabadoo

I've got 94' Yo Eddy in the green-blue fade with the original fork. The frame definitely has some dings and it's medium size, or maybe even small/medium. I thought about building it out for my daughters but they are already almost too tall for it. I may still have the original Cook Brothers cranks laying around somewhere too.

Another icon of the period. Super cool.

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Originally Posted by basinbeater

93 fat chance titanium. Full xt (except crankset) mag21 in good shape. Syncros stem and seatpost.
Not for sale, but wanted to share the old stuff...

Sick. Were there gold and silver Rockshox 21s? What was the difference? Air vs spring or elastomer?

Quote:

Originally Posted by basinbeater

I am considering selling a 97 independent fabrication deluxe. Reynolds 853 tubing. I just don't ride it enough...
Now has a fox float 32 on it. I am 6'1" and it fits me nicely.

Didn't realize these guys were Massholes. Nice!

Quote:

Originally Posted by bennymac

I think the handlebars are half the width of what we would ride currently :)

I still prefer the narrower bars with how I ride.

Quote:

Originally Posted by singlecross

I’ve got an Ibis Szazbo that I could part with. All XT build and everything works as designed.

Also still ride my Amplifier ( too small for you )

Nishiki Ariel that I roll singlespeed.

Moots ybb that I’ll never sell.

Old bike Kooks unite!

Nice collection! Is Amplified the same as AMP Research? The AMP B series bikes and coil spring Girvins are on my list. I reached out to a guy with a NOS B series but can't get a response.

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Originally Posted by joetron

Yep, b/c thats really the only time that suspension moves!

Mazderati, I may have some stuff at the shop I’d be willing to move on to a good home. I’ll check the attic, I’ve kinda lost track of what’s up there. For sure a couple of bass boat Schwinn Sweet Spots. Any interest in a C-Dale Raven? [emoji23]
We see a fair amount of Barracuda stuff as well, I’ll keep an eye out

Ah, yes. It was also the era of endless URTs. Several iterations by Ibis, the Homegrowns, Y bikes, Mantras, and on.

That would be super cool re: the attic, thanks.
10-13-2023, 09:23 AM
El Chupacabra

IIRC all the RockShox branded Mag 20 and 21 were gold. Specialized sold a "future shock" labeled fork that was a Mag 21 in silver - I used to have one.
10-13-2023, 09:32 AM
Mazderati

^ Gotcha. I may be thinking of the Quadra.
10-13-2023, 09:41 AM
singlecross

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mazderati

Is Amplified the same as AMP Research?

Yes, the Amplifier is a AMP Research that was branded as a Mongoose BITD. AMP Research also sold rear triangles to other builders including Fat Chance who made the Shock-a-Billy. I’d love to get my hands on a Shock-a-Billy.

Independent Fabrication rose almost directly from the ashes of Fat Chance.
10-13-2023, 09:53 AM
bennymac

I still peruse the pinkbike classifieds regularly to see what Klein Mantra bikes are out there for sale. Have no need for one. Have no room for one. I know they came with a random endo feature - but old desires are hard to let go of.
10-13-2023, 09:59 AM
Mazderati

Quote:

Originally Posted by singlecross

Yes, the Amplifier is a AMP Research that was branded as a Mongoose BITD. AMP Research also sold rear triangles to other builders including Fat Chance who made the Shock-a-Billy. I’d love to get my hands on a Shock-a-Billy.

Independent Fabrication rose almost directly from the ashes of Fat Chance.

I almost guessed if that was a Mongoose branded AMP. IIRC, one of the magazine ads for the Mongoose or AMP bikes showed the polished bike against a black background with a lightning bolt.

Interesting about Independent and Fat Chance. Will have to check into them.
10-13-2023, 12:08 PM
skaredshtles

Quote:

Originally Posted by bennymac

I still peruse the pinkbike classifieds regularly to see what Klein Mantra bikes are out there for sale. Have no need for one. Have no room for one. I know they came with a random endo feature - but old desires are hard to let go of.

Those, along with the Trek Y-bikes were the dumbest suspension design to ever have come to mountain biking.

And yes, I had one, of course. :D
10-13-2023, 01:00 PM
XXX-er

i broke the part of the Y that held the seat and they sent me a new frame, the dealer said yeah they are always complaining we break too much stuff up here
10-13-2023, 01:57 PM
El Chupacabra

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Originally Posted by Mazderati

^ Gotcha. I may be thinking of the Quadra.

The Quadra 5 and 10 (were there others too?) were silver. They were pretty bad, even by the standards of the time - very little travel. Manitou's elastomer forks worked better, but any old fork with elastomers probably needs new ones now. Or a coil conversion.
10-13-2023, 02:01 PM
Peruvian

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Originally Posted by skaredshtles

Those, along with the Trek Y-bikes were the dumbest suspension design to ever have come to mountain biking.

And yes, I had one, of course. :D

Slingshot! (not mine)

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10-13-2023, 02:02 PM
skaredshtles

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Originally Posted by Peruvian

Slingshot! (not mine)

Attachment 472651

I mean... it would be a *bit* of a stretch (heh) to even call that suspension. :D
10-13-2023, 02:58 PM
rideit

There is not a single bike from that era I would actually want to ride anywhere other than down to the pub. Forget on trails.
Yuck.
But yes, there are some I still irrationally lust after, and would bring home if found at a yard sale for ~$100.00 or so.
10-13-2023, 02:59 PM
skaredshtles

Quote:

Originally Posted by rideit

There is not a single bike from that era I would actually want to ride anywhere other than down to the pub. Forget on trails.

This.

The geometry of those old bikes was downright dangerous. Luckily we didn't know any better.

:fmicon:

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