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    1998 Klein Mantra retro-modern hybrid

    I hope everyone has been well. Not much has changed on her to date. Finally got a new seat though. V4 Mavic Crossmax ST wheel set Marzocchi Bomber 44 TST2 air front suspension Shimano XTR BR-M951 front and rear brakes Shimano XTR rear cassette Shimano XTR ST-M952 brake/shifter combo Shimano...
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    1998 Klein Mantra retro-modern hybrid

    Good morning to you all on the other side of the pond. I hope this finds everyone safe and well. The original Manitou suspension just wasn't cutting it. I loved the original retro look, but the Bomber far out performed them. I have swapped around other parts as well. My latest configuration is...
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    1998 Klein Mantra retro-modern hybrid

    Thanks for the response! It isn't in the UK, but can easily be shipped there. Cheers, Matto
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    1998 Klein Mantra retro-modern hybrid

    Hey People, I have redone my Klein again. This time taking a step back and putting some original parts back on. Back to original Manitou Spyder R front suspension (New adjusters, refresh kit). Original bars, stem, headset (new bearings, top race, top cover). New grips, new shifter/brake...
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    1998 Klein Mantra retro-modern hybrid

    Mavic Crossmax ST wheel set Marzocchi Bomber 33 TST2 air front suspension 120mm Shimano XT brakes and derailleurs Shimano XTR rear cassette SRAM Attack Shifters Avid Ti Speed Dial brake levers Easton Monkey Lite XC Carbon bars Azonic Stubby Neck Cane Creek S3 headset Crank Brothers 5050 pedals...
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    My '98 Klein Mantra

    Whats up people? Still riding my 1998 Klein Mantra that I have had since early 1999 (Purchased New), major makeover in 2009 for its 10 yr birthday. **Update 11/4/2021** Finally swapped back to some parts and added a new front derailleur. I had swapped back to the original Answer Manitou 70mm...
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