1991 Mountain Goat Route 66 build thread

[racecarjohnny]

2hours in the Forrest. This is my favorite bike. Thinking of BOTM-ing it some time if it’s eligible. Took some pics I thought I’d share.

 

[slimjoe]

That’s a really nice looking and useable ride. Mountain Goats that I’ve owned rode really well

 

[racecarjohnny]

Thought I put these BOTM pics on the build thread too. The purple suede Dirt Research saddle is a new addition.

 

[raidan73]

I love this but must confess I prefer it with the previous wheels

 

[racecarjohnny]

I loved those wheels too, wish I could have afforded to keep them but I’m partial to HED. They’re made in my hometown, still make amazing wheels today and family run. RIP Steve. I raced them I bit too back in the day.

 

[Quotama]

Love the wheels. Enjoy it.

 

[grenspot]

I purchased this great frame on eBay last month. It finally arrived today and I was able to get it unboxed. It’s not perfect but it’s pretty clean. I remember seeing this bike in the magazines. I’ll update the thread with pics as I progress. I have some decisions to make on components, but leaning towards an NOS set of Shimano xt m730 front/rear derailuers and xt thumb shifters. Lots of stem, bar and seat options.

Gorgeous. I have a ‘94…currently raw steel while I consider paint options (original paint was too far gone). How did you source new decals? I would love to get my hands on a set.

 

[racecarjohnny]

Gorgeous. I have a ‘94…currently raw steel while I consider paint options (original paint was too far gone). How did you source new decals? I would love to get my hands on a set.

These decals are all original. I have not found any mountain goat decals sources to date. If you find one let me know.

 

[racecarjohnny]

Cracked some ribs in a mtb fall earlier this week. 45k of bike path was my only option today. Route 66 is so great for that, 700c eat up the miles too. Few pics thought some of you would appreciate.

 

[RetroDavy]

Lovely bike. Great pictures. Hope you are fully recovered soon.