85 Saracen conquest....what have i started!.....Finished!

[Synthiaks]

.....and back to reality.


Its beautiful.....better than box fresh, perfect job!

You must be happy!!

 

[Tootyred]

Yes....considering where it started....very happy.

As for the ride, ive only done 6 miles on it...

The springy brooks seat is going to take some getting the hang of....its a bit disconcerting at first...

 

[RetroDavy]

It's just stunning. Love Saracens of this era and you have made the best possible job of this. Amazing.

 

[Mickeyspinn]

Yes....considering where it started....very happy.

As for the ride, ive only done 6 miles on it...

The springy brooks seat is going to take some getting the hang of....its a bit disconcerting at first...

I was going to ask! Fancy one but the single rail modern version for my klunker funker..

Cracking job a mechanical beauty done that proud chap

Await pics racked up and at the top of mountain now !

 

[Guinessisgoodforyou]

F**k me! That's gorgeous.

 

[velofrog]

That’s lovely, totally worth the effort and the result is a credit to you

 

[Tootyred]

Well.....I've done it now.....stuck it into BOTM!

Doubt many will really "get it".....its probably too old for most people and not enough trick parts and carbon for the rest..... although I sincerely hope people will see it for the pivotal moment in MTB in the UK it really was.

You allowed to vote for your own bike ?

 

[Tootyred]

Heres a spec sheet for those interested. The bikes entirely stock with the exception of the SR seatpost, Hutchinson tyres and pedals (all of which i have here). Oh and the chain and cables....


Frame: 1985 Saracen Conquest Reynolds 531....lloyds decals

Fork: as above

Headset: Tange Levin
Stem: Nitto MT 1
Handlebar: Sakae MT 22.2 clamp
Grips: Saracen

Brakes: Shimano MC-70 M700 Deerhead
Brake Pads: Shimano M700 Deerhead
Brake Cables: Shimano SLR
Cantilever cable hangers: Suntour
Brake Levers: Shimano M700 Deerhead

Shifters: Shimano M700 Deerhead
Front Derailleur: Shimano M700 Deerhead
Rear Derailleur: Shimano M700 Deerhead (Super plate version)
Derailleur Cables: Shimano SIS
Cassette: Shimano 600 series 14-32 6 speed
Chain: Sram 730
Cranks: Shimano 600 Ex series triple FC-6206 (as supplied with Deerhead )
Crank Bolts: Shimano
Chainrings: Shimano Biopace 28-38-48
Chainring bolts: Shimano
Bottom Bracket: Shimano SS 124mm Square taper
Pedals: Suntour XC11 Bear trap (as specified for the Cranes by Saracen....replacing Shimano multi use items

Rims: Araya 26"
Hubs: Shimano Sealed
Nipples: ACI
Spokes: ACI double butted
Tyres: IRC Mythos
Tubes: Continental tour

Saddle: Brooks B66
Seatpost: SJS generic 26.4
Seatpost Binder: Shimano Deore

Weight: Very

 

[grey-beard]

Absolutely gorgeous bike, well done. Just my cup of retro.

 

[raidan73]

Fantastic work. Looks brilliant