1991 Diamond Back Apex

lobo

Dirt Disciple
Hi, after maybe 15 years without a proper MTB I decided very spontaneous to buy these DB Apex. I was looking for a Stumpjumper of that period but didn't find something good or at least at a good price. And somehow I like the colour of the Apex so I give it a try. And it didn't disappoint me, we allready had some nice km together :D

The group is a bit mixed but I will try to bring it back to original DX. Only the rear wheel will be difficult to find, at least the avenir rim. Things to change: steam and bar, nice DX STI´s and rear mech are already here, but I need to wait for a 7 speed rear wheel. Saddle will be an Turbo and and maybe some skinwall Tires (Smoke & Dart) not sure about it..

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Hi, plent of DX hubs on ebay and maybe put a wanted ad up on here for the rim, someone might have one knocking about :)

mark
 
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Nice Apex that! Probably my favourite model of that year. Paint and decals look good, whic I reckon is the main thing :)

There's actually a m730/M735 wheelset being offered on Ebay right now, if you want a close match (and a little hub upgrade) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1991-2-Shima ... SwwiZbcNR1
 
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Yes the paint is still very good, only some minor dents, but already had a chainsuck :( I will ride this baby, it’s not a showbike. I’m pretty sure skinwalls will bring it more to the retro look :)

Thanks for you offer, but there is already a XT rear wheel an the way..
 
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little update :D I changed the tires to skinwall Panaracer Smoke and Dart which looks awesome. It also got Deore DX Shifter an rear mech and some beaten Wellgo pedal for now. But it rides really beautiful and reminds me of the good old days..

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