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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…

yes, it’s mostly original and the idea is to restore it. I wish the top tube decals were in better conditions…

Everything started (again) some months ago, while looking for some period accessories for my 1989 HardRock Comp. Then this popped up… “Wait, is that a Stumpie?” I wasn’t really looking for a stumpjumper but I started wondering: “how hard would it be to find a team stumpjumper?” Then an alert...