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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    The bike came with the original Scratch'n Sniff tyres. Unfortunately the sidewalls were completely perished despite there been very little wear upon the thread. They'd probably be fine for general pootling about but as the bike's purpose is to take part in the Single-Speed World Contest in...
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Few of the paint imperfections for you to enjoy
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Some progress on the bike. Have it stripped and accessed the frame. All seems straight but there are a few old scratches & chips in the paint. Decals are all sound so a respray ain't needed. Besides, resprays ain't free whereas patina is. I'll have a lash at touching up a few spots, if...
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Hi All, I have to replace the headset, amongst other things, can ye recommend a replacement item? Something readily available from CRC or somewhere similar would be ideal. The headsets from my LBS wouldn't suit unfortunately. Thanks!
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Examining the bike the frame & forks are pretty good, all straight and true with only a few bits of rust and scrapes here & there. Nothing to worry about, just adds to the patina in my opinion. Bad bits would include the transmission. Gear cluster & chain rings are pretty worn as is the...
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    more pics if it'll let me post 'em
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Weather's been lousy so I've yet to have a proper pre-strip down spin on the bike. Was thinking of single-speeding it for entry to the World Single Speed MTB contest being held over here in a couple of months time.
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Another poor quality pic
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Sorry for multiple posts and poor quality pics, will try to get some better when the sun returns.
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    '96 Kona Lava Dome - Single Speed Conversion.

    Picked this up today.... for a relative song! :D Pretty original and just needing some light TLC. Any idea what year, I'm thinking circa '94
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