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The 89 video is exactly the sort of thing I remember watching on tv bitd. 2.1 tyres are too wide apparently, need to change them for 1.75!

That's ace! find it interesting to see the high front ends on the 87 bikes that were then abandoned for 25 years or more before we all realised it was the right idea all along!

She's a beaut!

Nice, cheers team!

Yeah, thought similar but there's no markings to say so?

Generic tat or something more interesting? Certainly seems to be well built and light.

Yeah, to me but it could be available again soon depending on a few things.

Nice!

Wrong era head tube badge though?

Will do, should be tomorrow.

If it brings you enjoyment and you can afford it then why not?!

I might, I'll have a look.

I have some spare. Remind me tomorrow and I'll have a look in the garage.

Looking really smart Andrew. Are you happy with the finish?

They were talking about this on the Pinkbike podcast the other week. They seemed pretty certain it wouldn't become mainstream, mainly because of smaller riders and would stay in it's own niche. Now 29" has seen of 27.5" I can't see a big swing away from it any time soon.

Here you go. Pictures aren't the best but I'll get some in daylight when I get chance. Think I've got a Saracen branded bar and stem to go with it too?

I'll get some pics sorted. Give me a nudge if I forget!

Wow, that's a really tidy job!

I've got what I think is an 88 I'd probably let go mate? My plan was a repaint (although it doesn't need it) to 89 colours but not sure I'll ever get around to it. Looks a bit like the one above, I'll send pics if you want them?

Same boat here, 6'2" and spent the 90's and 00's riding bikes that were too small because they looked better. God bless 29" wheels! With my retro collection I stopped worrying about riding them too much when modern geometry changed to the point that it made my retro stuff feel very noodley and...