Wanted Want bike - Rigid frame main requirement, looking to pay 80-120 + postage

[retrobiker273891]

I want a 'respectable' 90er MTB.

I don't know specs so be kind and graceful and show me the way.

Rigid frame a must as want to make it specialized hill climber.

Will lower the gears to suit once a good frame has been gotten.

Oh and I am size 5' 10" so whatever would suit this height.

Only want posted so must be willing to do that.

Thanks.

 

[Double-E F]

Are these 'respectable'?

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/anlen-ariel-frameset.436319/
https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/1994-k2-a2-frameset-k-tec-bits.452178/
Don't have any rigid forks for the K2 though, I'm afraid..

 

[retrobiker273891]

Are these 'respectable'?

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/anlen-ariel-frameset.436319/
https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/1994-k2-a2-frameset-k-tec-bits.452178/
Don't have any rigid forks for the K2 though, I'm afraid..

Thanks, I don't know what is respectable. I don't know a BSO from a decent bike so defer to other members and/your own opinion.

I just know what I am generally looking for but don't know anything about good and bad bikes or parts.

I see not full bikes though and not in the UK? In which case not suitable. Looking for full bikes unless I got a frame for free or as good as to make it worth it otherwise the money is better spent towards a full bike.

 

[Minifreak]

Hey buddy, I’m 5 10” and this fits me well.

I’d be after £150 plus post though.
It’s in mechanically perfect order with many new transmission parts.

I’m in Wiltshire if close enough to collect or I can box of for delivery.

I have different tyre options if you you prefer blackwalll rather than tan.

Comes with black VP platform pedals rather than the Blue DMR’s.

Let me know if interested.

Build page here:

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/1995-specialized-rockhopper-parts-bin-build.476380/

Parts list:

Frame: 18” 1997 Specialized Rockhopper A1Comp Aluminium frame

Fork: RockShox Quadra 21R rebuilt with spring/elastomer internals from a later Indy fork

Headset: FSA Orbit XL II
Stem: RaceFace Prodigy Forged ahead
Stem Cap: Specialized
Handlebar: X-Lite XC-2 7075 alloy 35mm rise
Grips: Orange Strange
Barends: n/a

Brakes: Shimano Deore
Brake Pads: Jagwire (new)
Brake Cables: Stainless (new)
Cantilever cable hangers: n/a
Brake Levers: AVID SD-1.9L

Shifters: Shimano Deore thumbies 3x7
Front Derailleur: Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX
Derailleur Cables: Stainless (new)
Cassette: Shimano 7 speed HG41 stainless/drilled (new)
Chain: KMC-Z (new)
Cranks: FSA Dyna Drive
Crank Bolts: Shimano
Chainrings: FSA outer, Shimano middle and grannie rings (new)
Chainring bolts: KCNC blue anoside/ FSA
Bottom Bracket: Specialized 73x110mm sealed unit (new)
Pedals: DMR V6’s

Hub Skewers: Shimano STX
Rims: Specialized Z-23’s
Hubs: Shimano STX Parallax
Nipples: Brass
Spokes: Stainless
Tyres: Front - DURO tanwall, Rear Specialized tanwall Ground Control
Tubes: Panaracer

Saddle: Tan leatherette brass studded with alloy rails (new)
Seatpost: Alloy
Seatpost Binder: Specialized quick release

Weight:26.25Lbs

 

[Frankenorange]

If it was 26.24lbs you would have a sale.

 

[Minifreak]

If it was 26.24lbs you would have a sale.

I’ll shorter the chain by a few links, cut the excess cable ends off, remove some grease from the bearings and let some tyre air out if it helps?

 

[retrobiker273891]

Hey buddy, I’m 5 10” and this fits me well.

I’d be after £150 plus post though.
It’s in mechanically perfect order with many new transmission parts.

I’m in Wiltshire if close enough to collect or I can box of for delivery.

I have different tyre options if you you prefer blackwalll rather than tan.

Comes with black VP platform pedals rather than the Blue DMR’s.

Let me know if interested.

Build page here:

https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/1995-specialized-rockhopper-parts-bin-build.476380/

Parts list:

Frame: 18” 1997 Specialized Rockhopper A1Comp Aluminium frame

Fork: RockShox Quadra 21R rebuilt with spring/elastomer internals from a later Indy fork

Headset: FSA Orbit XL II
Stem: RaceFace Prodigy Forged ahead
Stem Cap: Specialized
Handlebar: X-Lite XC-2 7075 alloy 35mm rise
Grips: Orange Strange
Barends: n/a

Brakes: Shimano Deore
Brake Pads: Jagwire (new)
Brake Cables: Stainless (new)
Cantilever cable hangers: n/a
Brake Levers: AVID SD-1.9L

Shifters: Shimano Deore thumbies 3x7
Front Derailleur: Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX
Derailleur Cables: Stainless (new)
Cassette: Shimano 7 speed HG41 stainless/drilled (new)
Chain: KMC-Z (new)
Cranks: FSA Dyna Drive
Crank Bolts: Shimano
Chainrings: FSA outer, Shimano middle and grannie rings (new)
Chainring bolts: KCNC blue anoside/ FSA
Bottom Bracket: Specialized 73x110mm sealed unit (new)
Pedals: DMR V6’s

Hub Skewers: Shimano STX
Rims: Specialized Z-23’s
Hubs: Shimano STX Parallax
Nipples: Brass
Spokes: Stainless
Tyres: Front - DURO tanwall, Rear Specialized tanwall Ground Control
Tubes: Panaracer

Saddle: Tan leatherette brass studded with alloy rails (new)
Seatpost: Alloy
Seatpost Binder: Specialized quick release

Weight:26.25Lbs

Thanks but I want rigid forks too.

 

[Minifreak]

Thanks but I want rigid forks too.

I can get hold of rigid forks for it if wanted? Let me know.

 

[Frankenorange]

Thanks but I want rigid forks too.

How rigid do you want?

Some rigid forks are really rigid and some rigid forks are quite flexy, but they are still rigid forks. You need to decide how much flex you want at the dropout end of the fork but this varies depending on how hard you are braking, or what terrain you are riding on, and the weight of the rider. I guess you need to find a rider who is the same weight, who uses the same brakes, and rides the same terrain and ask how much the forks flex.

 

[Minifreak]

I have no discernment on that. I just thought rigid is rigid. I just mean rigid and opposed to suspension. That is all I am considering, don't have any preference otherwise.

Let me know if the bike suits and I will then buy and put a rigid fork on for you.

I have a great secondhand parts place nearby