Recent content by sam_white

What's the frame number? Should be possible to accurately put a date on it if you're interested.

Looks like you're struggling for space. BITD we'd run much wider (I was on 28") riser bars with a short stem like that. Or standard XC bars and a 130mm stem. Both combos leave a lot more space for smooth cable routing.

Bet the frame number starts U3! Will have been made in the Diamondback factory most likely!

Cranks/components etc looked like these before I stripped it. So pretty sure that's what I've got. Will have to dig out the components and look for Shimano date code, unless I can find the frame number.

I'll add that to my watch list, thanks for the recommendation.

I think it's a Carrera Maxima

Anyone have any idea what model this Carrera frame is? Came with fairy basic Altus running gear, 1" headset. I can't find the frame number either! Must be 1994/95/96 vintage. I'm guessing 1995. Will post better pics once I've cleaned it.

If you could share the frame number, it'd be useful. I've a lack of Voodoos on my list.

Be great if you can share the frame number please.

Nope no idea. I've not seen an AFA frame number before. Probably from 2002 though.

Shocked that I never noted the frame number or replied to this thread. Sister frame M5090091 is here: https://www.retrobike.co.uk/threads/what-is-it-stainless-steel-frame.80776/ My best guess would be a UK Merlin. No other positive IDs, but the frame numbers are in the same series as two Rock...

@benjabbi has one. They're nice and lighter than the similar Steel Axis frames.

Are you sure it is a 15 inch frame? The 42 on the bottom bracket may mean 42cm size, which equates to 16.5" - Just an early morning thought.

Did you find a frame number?

The date for your frame is August 1993. Could have been early production for 1994 model year. I expect the 'S' indicates a small sized frame. Not sure about the 4 or 42 numbers but I've made a note for next time!