jouleskeys
Retro Newbie
Following years of being a proud owner of my Diamond Back Axis from new 1991, I've finally got around to thinking to get a better frame as it was always a bit on the small size for me. So, thought that finding a better frame could feel different and look better, whilst moving the high quality Shimano parts that came with the bike.
Am assuming everything would fit assuming I'd find the right mtb?
I remember in '89 I had a Muddy Fox frame, which was from '81 that I built up which then got stolen at college a year later. That was a 531 frame.
Then saved up and got this Diamond Back, which was always a little on the small size and I've had to raise the handle bars to feel right and exchange the stem, though there's still a far stretch forwards and it looks weird.
Recommendations on an upgrade to a better frame for its time so that everything can fit on easily would be highly appreciated. Were all mountain bikes at that point the same connections etc? Thanks for your ponders.
Am assuming everything would fit assuming I'd find the right mtb?
I remember in '89 I had a Muddy Fox frame, which was from '81 that I built up which then got stolen at college a year later. That was a 531 frame.
Then saved up and got this Diamond Back, which was always a little on the small size and I've had to raise the handle bars to feel right and exchange the stem, though there's still a far stretch forwards and it looks weird.
Recommendations on an upgrade to a better frame for its time so that everything can fit on easily would be highly appreciated. Were all mountain bikes at that point the same connections etc? Thanks for your ponders.
