Recent content by Soundifferent

Thanks, I’m still not sure what to do about this. I’m not a big carbon fiber fan and the stem and cranks appear to be stuck. Don’t know how difficult it would be and - I was going to have it stripped out by a pro but at the moment I’d rather focus on my 1988 team Stumpjumper and the complete...

Hi, I never posted about it but I recently got a 1992 TREK 8700 Composite in pretty poor conditions. So poor I’m still not sure I want to do something with it. The only good news is the seatpost’s missing, which is way better than a stuck one…

Wheels: ready Smoke Classic X2: ready Rim protector: Ok, maybe I need some rim tape. 😂 Any suggestions?

…I’m working on the bike in the spare time to get ready for the aforementioned event. I cleaned it, degreased everything, lubricated what was meant to be (farewell greasy grips). I still have some fine tuning and polishing to do but I agree with most of you who suggested to keep the patina...

Thanks, I wish my NTH project was that far ahead. I’m focusing on my ‘88 Team Stumpjumper, then i will carefully tear it down and let a pro do some magic with the frame. Since you’re mentioning Dario Acquaroli, next week we’ll be celebrating him with the Vintage Ride MTB 👍🏼

I can’t believe how hard it is to find some information about Bianchi NTH bicycles. Has someone ever seen period catalogues?🤷‍♂️

Just when I decided on selling some bikes that I wasn't particularly attached to in order to free up some space, this pops up: It’s a bit rusty but the drivetrain is in very good conditions for its age. I’m still not sure it’s just surface rust but I love NTHs so much I’m thinking of...

Living in Italy makes the RB buy/sell section a marvellous hassle because of taxes and incredibile import fees…🥲

Lovely one! I’m leaving the complete answer to the real experts but the Team Stumpjumper was the only Specialized MTB in the 1988 lineup with lugged tange prestige frame.

Ouch!😅

Before and after. Should do it on a bigger scale but… Does anyone know do if this cages are the ones sold with the ‘88 Team Stumpie?

Time to actually do something with this project. Today I brought it back from storage, quick assessment pictures and started working on some accessories. Deore XT hoods are obviously sticky what are the odds these are the original pads?😂

The Turbo saddle I got is in pretty poor shape but I didn’t mention the bonus: the seller sent me the original box too. First time I ever saw one😅

Thanks for the link. Regarding patina, I love the idea of “beusage” I discovered from Grant Petersen. 🙂

Thanks, you convinced me on the period-correct patina thing😂 This saddle has a 1987 stamp…